Find Cheap Hostels in Johor Bahru

Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for sightseeing. We’ve heard good things about the theme park and other attractions in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.

No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget prices, and a social atmosphere.

Ready to book a hostel? These ones get the highest reviews from our customers and might be a good place to start looking: Attrus By LSE - Hostel - Located steps from Komtar JBCC. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a shared/communal kitchen, and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, showers, and free toiletries. Hashtag.Capsule.Hostel - Guests can enjoy free WiFi, tour/ticket assistance, and air conditioning. Rooms come with towels, showers, and lockers. Here Hotel Dormitory - Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Sutera Mall. Property features include free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and free bottled water. You’ll find towels, showers, and free toiletries in all rooms. GateWay Malaysia Private Room, WIFI & Pool - Guests can enjoy an outdoor pool, an arcade/game room, and an elevator. Rooms come with towels, showers, and TVs. Roof Talk Theme Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Aeon Mall Bukit Indah. You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, showers, and free toiletries.

If you’re hoping to find an affordable place to stay in Johor Bahru, one of Expedia’s 6 hostels could be a great choice for you.

Good weather’s always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually May and April with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 79°F. The snowiest months in Johor Bahru are March, January, December, and February, with each month seeing an average of 60 inches of snowfall.

Generally, Johor Bahru is known for its: theme parks and temples. Major attractions include Johor Bahru City Square, Universal Studios Singapore, and KSL City Mall. Get out into nature with places like Danga Bay, Taman Merdeka, and Danga Bay Park. Cultural attractions include Sultan Abu Bakar Royal Palace Museum, Johor Bahru Chinese Heritage Museum, and Singapore Science Centre.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Johor Bahru in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Seletar Airport (XSP), 9.9 mi (16 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Senai International Airport (JHB), located 11.2 mi (18.1 km) away. Once you’ve arrived, you may want to use public transit during your trip. Train stations including JB Sentral and Kempas Baru Station make it easy to see more of the area.