GRAND HALLMARK HOTEL
Johor Bahru, Malaysia.

Grand Hallmark Hotel is a distinctive group of deluxe hotels in Malaysia for today's discerning modern business and leisure travellers.

Grand Hallmark Hotel Johor Bahru is strategically located in the heart of the banking hub in Taman Molek, Johor Bahru, also famously known as the southern gateway to Malaysia by being neighbours with the business and commercial hub that is Singapore, offering easy commute to neighbouring Singapore without the prohibitive living costs often associated with it. Each of our hotels offer personalised services with charm, efficiency and pride. Grand Hallmark Hotel Johor Bahru also has convenient access to business centers, shopping districts and local attractions.

Grand Hallmark Hotel has a total of 41 fully and cosily furnished guest rooms ranging from Standard and Deluxe Suites, all fitted with the best of modern comforts like air-conditioning, private en-suite bathrooms (handicap friendly), personalized toiletries and bathroom slippers, automatic bidet toilet seats, complimentary Wi-Fi, IDD (International Direct Dial) and room to room facilities, wake-up call service, international wall socket plugs, safe box, 32” LCD colour TVs with satellite channels, tea/coffee making facilities, fridge and mini bar.

For your comfort, Grand Hallmark Hotel Johor Bahru is also designed to be handicap friendly with a full range of Hotel and business facilities. We always pledge every effort to make you feel at home. Choose to stay with us and experience our very own Malaysian hospitality.

With its strategic location, Grand Hallmark Hotel Johor Bahru offers you easy access to endless shopping options, and the many riches of local and western cuisine on offer in Johor Bahru from shopping malls to roadside peddlers to flea markets and night markets.

Take the opportunity of Grand Hallmark Hotel Johor Bahru’s strategic location to explore the many attractions on offer around the city and also in the state of Johor. The state of Johor is located in the southern most point of Peninsular Malaysia, as well as at the southern-most tip of mainland Asia. Hence it is the southern gateway to Malaysia. Johor is the only state in Malaysia with East and West coast. The state is flanked by South China Sea on the east and Straits of Melaka on the west. The east coast boasts of natural beauties in scenic beaches and pristine islands, while the west is rapidly developing into an economic hub.

You can spot Sultan Ibrahim Building, which is a blend of Malay and Colonial architecture, standing majestically on Bukit Timbalan in Johor Bahru, which is within easy access from Grand Hallmark Hotel Johor Bahru. This iconic landmark in the state capital has a colorful past, and had witnessed the changes of times and history. Sultan Ibrahim Building was a fortress, a command centre and is now a state government building. Its history spans back to the late 1930’s when it was officially opened by Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar. However not long after that in 1942, it was occupied by the Japanese during the Second World War. In the battle of Singapore during Second World War, the Japanese utilized this building as an operations centre, where they strategized and carried out assaults on Singapore. Today, you can still see the ruins in the Sultan Ibrahim Building, which was partly damaged in the war.

His Royal Highness Sultan Abu Bakar, the 21st ruler of Johor, commissioned the building of Grand Palace of Johor (Istana Besar Johor). The palace boasts of renaissance design and architecture, and was completed in 1866 by local labors under the direction of an architect from Europe. Once completed, Sultan Abu Bakar furnished his grand abode with items purchased from England. In 1982, the palace was converted into the Royal Abu Bakar Museum. With photos of the royal family, silverware, gifts and artifacts on display, you can relive the history of Johor by visiting Royal Abu Bakar Museum, which is easily accessible from Grand Hallmark Hotel Johor Bahru. Interestingly, the palace converted museum is still holds official functions and ceremonies.

Tanjung Piai, located around 90km from Grand Hallmark Hotel Johor Baru is the southern-most tip of mainland Asia. The Tanjung Piai Johor National Park covers an area over 92ha, which 526ha are coastal mangroves, and 8km shoreline which borders the straits of Melaka. This enduring wilderness is a natural habitat for an extraordinary array of flora and fauna. Meanwhile, Pulau Kukup is the largest uninhabited mangrove island in the world. It measures approximately 647ha, and is surrounded by some 800ha of mudflats. The abundance of vegetation attracts many kinds of creatures. Pulau Kukup is a residence to many species of wetland plants, animals and birds.

Pulau Rawa Island is renowned for its endless white sandy beaches, lush tress, crystal clear waters and offshore coral reefs. This island is located near Mersing, can be reached via a 30 minutes speedboat ride from the Mersing wharf. When you visit Pulau Rawa, you can also hop to other nearby islands of Pulau Besar, Pulau Tengah and Pulau Hujong. On the other hand, Pulau Sibu Island is a beautiful island with tropical rainforest situated 12km away from mainland Johor. Here, you can indulge in various water sports activities. This island which boasts of rich marine life and corals in its water is in fact famed for diving enthusiasts. You can easily reach Pulau Sibu with a 30 minutes boat ride from Tanjung Leman jetty.

One of the thriving districts in Johor is Iskandar Malaysia, very easily accessible from Grand Hallmark Hotel Johor Bahru. Danga Bay Waterfront, with its well integrated infrastructure is emerging to be one of the most exciting and fastest growing parts of Iskandar Malaysia. This waterfront is now a major venue for events and activities of importance and significance. Looking for a place to get spoiled shopping? Holding the record of “the first shopping centre with train station”, Danga City Mall in Danga Bay houses 500 retail outlets with exclusive brands, as well as local and international cuisines.

A bit further out of Johor Bahru and Grand Hallmark Hotel Johor Bahru are endless wonderful attractions. Endau Rompin National Park covers the borders of Johor and Pahang. This national park is the natural habitat for 230 species of birds, 179 species of butterflies, 43 species of fish and all the great Malaysian mammals like Sumatra rhinoceros, tigers, elephants, mousedeer, deer and tapirs. Moreover, you can find two charming waterfalls here, the Upeh Guling and Buaya Sangkut waterfalls. Here, you can catch a glimpse of the Orang Asli (indigenous people) at their settlement in Kampong Peta. Wide choices of chalets, dormitories and camping sites are available at Kuala Jasin, Batu Hampar, Upeh Guling and Kuala Marong. Gunung Ledang at 1,276m tall is Johor’s highest mountain. It is located in the southern range of peninsular Malaysia, which stretches across Johor, Pahang, Negeri Sembilan and Melaka. You can visit Gunung Ledang for jungle trekking and mountain climbing. Gunung Ledang is a great site for camping, with its backdrop of the picturesque mountain, fresh unpolluted air, as well as a natural habitat for animals and birds. You can complete your marvelous adventure here by picnicking at the base of the mountain where the captivating Sagil Waterfall is located.

Desaru is a seaside well known for its white sandy beaches stretching as long as 25km, which is a bit further out from Grand Hallmark Hotel Johor Bahru. From budget to five star hotels, Desaru offers something for everyone who wishes to escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Other than water sports like yachting, canoeing, diving and surfing, many jungle trails can be found in Desaru vicinity. Hence, you can indulge in carefree strolls along the beaches, or you can be enchanted by the visual and aural delights in the jungle trails. Kota Tinggi Waterfalls is situated at Lombong. The water cascades from a height of 36m down a steep precipice into a pool deep enough for swimming. The cool waters have beckoned many tourists and locals alike. It is a great spot for a fresh mountain air. Swiss-style chalets are equipped with cooking facilities are available for visitors seeking an overnight visit. At the base of the falls there are also public changing rooms, camping grounds, and a restaurant. The easiest way to Kota Tinggi is to take a 30 minutes drive from Senai Airport to the Ulu Tiram Exit of the new E22 and take the local FR3 road to Kota Tinggi.

Be close and personal with the largest bird on earth, feel the egg, buy interesting souvenirs and if your are lucky see it hatch before your eyes. Ostrich Wonderland is also known as Ostrich Showfarm in Desaru where more than 100 ostriches are being reared. They also have a group of experienced personnels to guide you around the farm and educate you and your family about these fascinating creatures.

The Desaru Fruit Farm is the one of biggest tourist agro farm in Malaysia which forms about 40 hectares of plantation area. Plantation started in 1994 and opened to tourists in 2001. It has attracted more than 115,000 tourist in year 2002. It is planted with more than 100 different types of tropical fruits. Some fruits are seasonal, such as Durian, Rambutan and Mangosteen whilst others like Papaya, Banana, Pineapple, Rose Apple, Star Fruit, Lime, Orange and Coconut are available all year round. The experienced guides will give talks on the different plants and show you around the farm in a leisurely bullock-cart ride or in your own vehicle.

For some unforgettable Fire-Fly Watching, you'll have to go to Kota Tinggi. A rapidly expanding town, the hustle and bustle of this town is charming as the traditional blends well with the modern. The boarding point for this firefly excursion is at the riverbank near Jalan Tepi Sungai, opposite the row of shops. Before going on the boat you'll have to put on life jackets. These fascinating insects are found in abundance on the berembang trees that line the banks the Johor River. The scene is very beautiful. You'll have a close encounter with one of nature's mesmerizing phenomenon - the beautiful presence of fireflies, glowing in the thousands here.

The Crocodile Farm in Teluk Sengat was established in 1979. There are about 1000 crocodiles bred in the farm through natural copulation. These crocodiles belong to the Crocodylus Porosus species. The farm's main export is the crocodile's meat and skin, which can be made into leather goods.

With its strategic location and ample attractions and shopping and dining choices, coupled with the luxurious comforts of its chic and modern rooms, Grand Hallmark Hotel Johor Bahru is the perfect choice for everyone, from families to leisure and business travellers and beyond.