FOLKMELDRUM HOTEL, Johor Bahru – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
Merlin Tower, Jalan Meldrum,
Johor Bahru,
Malaysia,
Johor
Rooms & Accommodations
Folkmeldrum Hotel offers double and twin rooms with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and electric kettles. Private bathrooms include rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Some rooms feature soundproofing, seating areas with sofas, and fireplaces. All rooms include phones, desks, and complimentary newspapers.
Dining Options
The hotel has an on-site restaurant serving a simple à la carte breakfast each morning. Packed lunches are available for guests planning day trips. Complimentary wireless internet access is available throughout the property.
Leisure Facilities
Guests can use the hotel's spa tub for relaxation. The property features a terrace and provides dry cleaning and laundry services for added convenience during your stay.
Location & Transportation
Located in Johor Bahru's Central District shopping area, the hotel is near Johor Bahru City Square, Paradigm Mall, and KSL City Mall. It's 35 km from Sultan Ismail Airport and within walking distance of the Karat Market (0.3 km), Johor Tourist Information Centre (0.5 km), and Sultan Abu Bakar Royal Palace Museum (1 km). The hotel is close to a train station for regional travel.
Services & Amenities
The hotel provides a 24-hour front desk, business center with conference space, and meeting rooms. Safety features include fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, a security system, and first aid kit. Parking is available for MYR 10.00 per night. No pets or service animals are allowed on the property.
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From cosy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.
Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay
Free Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
24-hour reception
General
Non-smoking property
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Luggage storage
Lift
Sports & Fitness
Tubing
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Services
Room service
Dry cleaning
Newspaper service
Dining
Breakfast
Restaurant
Free breakfast
Business
Business centre
Facilities for people with disabilities
Bathroom for disabled
Room features
Air conditioning
Sitting area
Dressing area
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Media
Flat-screen TV
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Location
Merlin Tower, Jalan Meldrum,
Johor Bahru,
Malaysia,
Johor
Map view
Merlin Tower, Jalan Meldrum,
Johor Bahru,
Malaysia,
Johor
City landmarks
Library
Johor Bahru Chinese Heritage Museum
2500 ft
Zoo
Johor Zoo
1.1
mi
Palace
Sultan Abu Bakar Royal Palace Museum
3800 ft
Landmark
Johor Tourist Information Centre
2500 ft
Park
Zaharah Botanic Gardens
3500 ft
Landmark
Mount Belumut
3.5
mi
Landmark
Johor Grand Palace
3900 ft
Church
Church Of The Immaculate Conception
3000 ft
Gallery
Johor Art Gallery
1.3
mi
Church
Holy Light Presbyterian Church
3400 ft
Landmark
Holy Light Church
3500 ft
Landmark
Johor-Singapore Causeway
1.3
mi
Theme Park
Angry Birds Activity Park
3.4
mi
Zoo
Singapore Zoo
4.2
mi
Mosque
Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque
1.5
mi
Landmark
Wong Ah Fook Street
3.0
mi
Synagogue
Johor Bahru Old Chinese temple
3.1
mi
Mall
Johor Bahru City Square
3.0
mi
Landmark
Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple
2.6
mi
Shopping Area
Komtar JBCC
3.3
mi
Landmark
Jalan Wong Ah Fook
3.0
mi
Nearby
Event hall
Persada Johor International Convention Centre
1600 ft
Museum
Tan Hiok Nee heritage Street
1500 ft
Jalan Ungku Puan Bandar Johor Bahru
Arulmigu Rajamariamman Devasthanam
800 ft
Public Building
State Secretariat Building
1400 ft
Market
Karat Market
1000 ft
Mall
R&F Mall
1300 ft
Gallery
Kwong Siew Heritage Gallery Johor Bahru
500 ft
Gallery
Senso Art Gallery Cafe
1600 ft
Night club
Neverland JB
1800 ft
Restaurants
Kam Long Curry Fish Head
800 ft
No. 74 Jalan Wong Ah Fook
Pasar Malam
800 ft
Jalan Wong Ah Fook Town Centre
Wawa Chicken
800 ft
Jalan Wong Ah Fook 106
Tokyo Secret
800 ft
City Square Jalan Wong Ah Fook Johor Bahru City Square Lot MS03 Level 4
Restoran Nilla
1000 ft
No 3 Jalan Ungku Puan
JB Hiap Joo Bakery
3200 ft
13 Jalan Tan Hiok Nee Harimau Street
Kimdo BBQ
1000 ft
Lot J3-19B Level 3 City Square 106-108 Jalan Wong Ah Fook
Shakespeare Millkshakes
2100 ft
9 Jalan Trus
Restoran Kin Hua
1900 ft
Jalan Tan Hiok Nee
Routine By Soon
900 ft
R&F Mall
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 5 reviews
4.8
4.8/10 based on 66 reviews
Doug
United States,
August
2024
6.0/10
The hotel had its ups and downs. On the positive side, the location is great, offering easy access to both Singapore and JB town, which I really appreciated. However, the rooms felt big but empty and definitely need renovations to enhance the feel. Additionally, the service could use a significant improvement as it lacked the warmth and hospitality I was hoping for.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were spacious but felt quite bare and dated, and they definitely need a renovation to bring them back to life.
Service
5.0
I was disappointed with the service; the staff's attitude didn't convey any sense of hospitality, and it often felt like they cared more about making money.
Location
8.0
The hotel is conveniently located near the city and JB Sentral, making it easy to explore the area.
Dining
5.0
Dining options were rather basic; the quality of food was ordinary at best, which left me wanting more.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel facilities are functional but nothing special. They could benefit from some upgrades to improve the overall experience.
Marcus
United States,
August
2024
6.2/10
The hotel has a great location right near City Square and is accessible to local shopping. While the rooms might need some attention, the staff was friendly and offered alternatives when we experienced slow service. The dining options were quite average, which was somewhat disappointing. Overall, it's a good value for the money, especially considering the location.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms could use better cleanliness and maintenance; they felt a bit outdated.
Service
5.0
The service was friendly but very slow. The receptionist even suggested we find another hotel if we couldn't wait.
Location
9.0
The location is convenient, being near City Square, several restaurants, and the JB CIQ checkpoint.
Dining
5.0
Dining was pretty ordinary, with breakfast options lacking and not much variety available.
Facilities
6.0
Facilities are quite basic and not as modern as one might expect; they resemble an old shopping mall.
Susan
United States,
July
2024
6.2/10
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The location is quite convenient, close to the city and popular spots, which I appreciated. However, the service left much to be desired, as the staff seemed indifferent to hospitality. The rooms were clean and spacious, but I faced issues with the heater. Overall, there's potential here, but improvements in service would really enhance the stay.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were clean, spacious, and had no bad smell at all. However, I had to confirm with the maintenance guy that the heater was not working properly.
Service
5.0
The staff didn't seem to care about hospitality, and service was quite slow. It felt like they were more focused on making money than offering a good experience.
Location
8.0
The location is good, close to the city and near City Square and JB Sentral, making it convenient to explore the area.
Dining
5.0
Dining was okay for a night stay, but I found the food of very ordinary quality and the air conditioning in that area was below par.
Facilities
5.0
Facilities were basic, and although the lift was just like an old shopping mall's, I didn't expect much more given the hotel's profile.
Edward
United States,
June
2024
6.0/10
I found the hotel to have a great location that's very convenient, but the overall experience was marred by cleanliness issues in the rooms and unsatisfactory service from the staff. The rooms had some cleanliness problems, and the dining options were quite ordinary. However, I did enjoy the great view from my window, which was a nice touch.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were not cleaned properly; there were coffee stains on the table, and the pillowcases smelled like body odor. Despite that, the view from the window was fantastic.
Service
5.0
The service here was disappointing, as the staff didn't seem to care about hospitality and were not friendly at all.
Location
8.0
The location is quite good and accessible, making it convenient for shopping and other amenities nearby.
Dining
5.0
Dining was frustrating; the canteen wasn't ready when we arrived, and the quality of food was quite ordinary with limited refill options.
Facilities
5.0
Facilities seem to need an upgrade as the hotel is looking a bit dated. It wouldn't hurt to revamp the amenities.
Arthur
United States,
May
2024
6.6/10
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The location was convenient, close to the city and shopping areas, which was a big plus. The rooms were decent enough with a unique toilet feature, but the service was lacking since the reception staff didn't seem welcoming. Dining was also a letdown as the breakfast wasn't ready on time and didn't have great quality. Overall, it's a fair place, but it could use some improvements to really shine.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were acceptable but had a quirky bonus feature on the toilet seat that rocked side to side. They included a fridge too, which was nice.
Service
5.0
The service left a lot to be desired. The reception lady was not welcoming at all and it made me reconsider my choice of hotel.
Location
8.0
The location was very convenient, just a short distance from the city center and JB Sentral, making it easy to access shopping and other attractions.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was disappointing as breakfast was not ready when we arrived, and the food quality was just ordinary.
Facilities
6.0
Facilities seemed basic and could use some upgrades, but they were decent for a short stay.
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