Romantically reffered to as "the jewel of southern Malaysia", Johor Bahru maintains its position as an economic centre for the country and has truly become an important gateway to magical Malaysia.

Celebratd as a crisp, efficient business-resort hotel, Thistle Johor Bahru exudes style and luxury infused with Malaysian hospitality. The savvy business traveller understands these qualities simply as a Hyatt tradition.

Thistle Johor Bahru enjoys a dynamic location fronting the Straits of Johor at the centre of this southern-most Malaysian city. Near the Sultan's Palace, 10 minutes from downtown and just 30 minutes across the causeway to downtown Singapore.

• Turn left at the end of Senai Airport Highway. You will pass Gelang Patah & Pontain intersection, Skudai town, and Tampoi town.
• When you reach Bandar Baru Uda, turn left after you have passed the Petronas Station and a few rows of shophouses. You will now have reached Jalan Straits View.
• From Jalan Straits View, turn left to Jalan Sungai Chat and you will see Thistle Johor Bahru.

• Take the Pan Island Express Highway (PIE) and turn left to Bukit Timah Express highway which will lead you to Woodlands.
• At Woodlands you will have to go through Singapore Customs and Immigration Checkpoint.
• Drive along the causeway and you will reach Johor Bahru Customs and Immigration Checkpoint.
• From the Johor Bahru Checkpoint turn left to Jalan Ibrahim. You will pass Jalan Abu Bakar.
• Turn right into Jalan Abdul Samad and turn left to Jalan Sungai Chat and you will see Thistle Johor Bahru.

• At Jalan Tun Abdul Razak turn left into Jalan Ibrahim.
• Drive along to Jalan Abu Bakar.
• Turn left into Jalan Abdul Samad and turn right into Jalan Sungai Chat and you will see Thistle Johor Bahru.

Amenities

• Robes
• Iron/ironing board
• Minibar
• Cable/satellite TV channels
• Concierge during regular hours
• Morning newspaper
• Maximum guests per room: 3
• Rollaways upon request
  
• Hairdryer
• 24-hour room service
• Coffee maker
• High-speed Internet access
• In-room safe
• Crib upon request
• Mineral water upon request

Piccolo
A point of interest is the open-kitchen and pizza oven, where guests can watch Italian favourites being prepared by the team of expert Chefs. Ceiling fans keep the air cool while guests dine al fresco. Piccolo not only offers an impressive selection of Italian fare, it turns into a pulsating open-air pub after 9:00 pm with live music, drinks and company - all the ingredients for a fabulous night in a tropical haven.

Aska
Named after a Japanese word meaning "phoenix", this contemporary Japanese restaurant features a Sushi bar, Teppanyaki room, Tatami room and a main dining area. In addition to Sushi and Teppanyaki dishes, the menu offers authentic Japanese favourites to cater to the local clientele.

Café
The Café offers a culinary feast from a-la-carte selections to sumptuous buffets with a tranquil garden and pool view through floor-to-ceiling glass wall. It is also a perfect venue for a casual weekend or holiday afternoon rendezvous as Hi-tea is served on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays.

Piccolo
Piccolo not only offers an impressive selection of Italian fare, it turns into a pulsating open-air pub after 9:00 pm with live music, drinks and company - all the ingredients for a fabulous night in a tropical haven.

Lobby Lounge
Located adjacent to the lobby, Lobby Lounge is an ideal "meeting place". It serves light snacks, afternoon tea and drinks, including cocktails throughout the day in a splendid setting with light musical entertainment in the evening.

Spa and Fitness Centre
Thistle Johor Bahru offers our guests the utmost in luxury with our Spa and Fitness Center. Facilities such as pool, tennis court, spa treatments, squash courts and nearby championship golf courses are available as well.