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About the Hotel

No.9R, Jalan Bukit Meldrum, Johor Bahru, Malaysia, 90300

GBW Hotel, a former Grand BlueWave Hotel, is a 5-star establishment located in the vibrant heart of Johor Bahru. Its strategic location provides easy access to central business areas, shopping districts, and cultural landmarks. This luxury hotel is known for its spacious accommodations and extensive amenities designed to cater to both business and leisure travelers. Exceptional service is a hallmark of the GBW Hotel experience, ensuring a memorable stay.

Location

Situated in Johor Bahru, GBW Hotel sits within close proximity to key business and shopping areas, facilitating easy access to various attractions. The hotel offers complimentary shuttle services to popular destinations including JB City Square and KSL City Mall. Nearby, guests will find convenient access to transportation hubs, ensuring seamless travel throughout the city and beyond.

Rooms

GBW Hotel offers a variety of elegantly furnished rooms, each equipped with modern amenities to enhance comfort. The Deluxe Queen Room features a spacious layout with a sitting area and a full mini bar for added convenience. Guests can expect meticulous attention to detail in accommodations that include premium bedding, high-speed internet, and refrigerators. Each unit is designed to provide a functional living space that caters to both relaxation and productivity.

Eat & Drink

Dining at GBW Hotel includes options like the D’ Mezzanine Coffee House, where guests can enjoy hearty meals featuring local and Asian favorites. The Chill Lounge serves a selection of beverages and pastries, creating a perfect space for relaxation. In-Room Dining services are available, offering a variety of snacks and entrees delivered directly to guests’ rooms. Breakfast options range from a complete selection of breads to traditional Malaysian dishes.

Leisure & Business

The hotel provides a range of facilities designed to meet both recreational and professional needs. A business center equipped with top-notch technology supports guests during their stay. Recreational amenities include an outdoor swimming pool and a gym, ensuring visitors can unwind after a busy day. The hotel also features multiple meeting rooms that are suitable for events and conferences.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

34 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

City view

Shower

Air conditioning

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Twin Studio

Max:

2 persons

50 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

City view

Air conditioning

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Premier Suite

Max:

2 persons

66 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

City view

Bathtub

Air conditioning

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Johor Bahru 1.7 km

Airports

Sultan Ismail (JHB) 31.9 km

Underground

Ang Mo Kio 13.5 km

Bus

Bus stop600 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

Parking

Off-site car park

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
24-hour security
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Free shuttle service
Room service
Laundry
Shops/Commercial services

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Ironing facilities

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

No.9R, Jalan Bukit Meldrum, Johor Bahru, Malaysia, 90300

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No.9R, Jalan Bukit Meldrum, Johor Bahru, Malaysia, 90300

City landmarks

Zoo

Singapore Zoo

6.8 km

Zoo

Johor Zoo

1.9 km

Theme Park

Angry Birds Activity Park

1.4 km

Mall

Johor Bahru City Square

1.2 km

Wong Ah Fook Street

1.0 km

Library

Johor Bahru Chinese Heritage Museum

1.9 km

Shopping Area

Komtar JBCC

1.0 km

Synagogue

Johor Bahru Old Chinese temple

1.3 km

Event hall

Persada Johor International Convention Centre

850 m

Museum

Tan Hiok Nee heritage Street

760 m

Johor Bahru Sentral railway

1.1 km

Jalan Tun Abdul Razak 1/1

Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple

2.1 km

Public Building

State Secretariat Building

810 m

Mall

R&F Mall

610 m

Market

Karat Market

960 m

little india

610 m

Arulmigu Raja Mariamman Devasthanam Temple

610 m

UTC Johor

680 m

Masjid india mosque

750 m

Gallery

Senso Art Gallery Cafe

780 m

Mall

Zenith Lifestyle Centre

830 m

Jalan Ungku Puan Bandar Johor Bahru

Arulmigu Rajamariamman Devasthanam

1.9 km

Gallery

Kwong Siew Heritage Gallery Johor Bahru

900 m

Opera House

Permaisuri Zarith Sofiah Opera House

900 m

Mosque

Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque

2.0 km

Palace

Sultan Abu Bakar Royal Palace Museum

1.5 km

pintu keluar dan masuk

600 m

106

Shopping mall bargains

1.3 km

mmCineplexes City Square Johor Bahru

1.3 km

Jalan Wong Ah Fook

1.9 km

Nearby

mmCineplexes City Square Johor Bahru

580 m

Restaurants

The Grand Gem

0 m

Jalan Bukit Meldrum 9R

D' Mezzanine Coffee House

60 m

9R Jalan Bukit Meldrum Grand BlueWave Hotel Johor Bahru

Pots & Pans

210 m

15 Jalan Bukit Meldrum

Dragon-I

1.2 km

106-108 Jalan Wong Ah Fook Lot No. J3-36

Dontaku Japanese Restaurant

1.2 km

MF-19

Season's Cafe

910 m

J2-J38

Bornga Korean Bbq Restaurant

1.2 km

106-108 Jalan Wong Ah Fook Level 3

Sedap Corner

1.2 km

City Square

Breeks Cafe

1.2 km

106-108 Jalan Wong Ah Fook Level 3

Meng Meng Roasted Duck

1.2 km

106 Jalan Wong Ah Fook Lot MF21A-22

Miyakori Coffee

1.2 km

106-108 Jalan Wong Ah Fook Lot J5-10

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

70%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Convenient Location

Separate Living Hall

Wait for Housekeeping

Limited Dining Options

7.0/10

Very good

Rooms

7.4

Location

7.6

Service

7.2

Dining

6.3

Ron

United States, June 2024

7.8/10

The hotel offers spacious and well-equipped rooms with excellent service. Good for a convenient stay with some noise from the surrounding area. The dining options are varied and priced reasonably.

Rooms

8.0

The room was spacious with a kitchenette and living room area, very comfortable, and with a good view. It was serviced daily and kept clean.

Service

9.0

The staff were friendly and helpful, ensuring a comfortable experience during my stay.

Location

7.0

The hotel's proximity to the highway can be noisy due to constant traffic, but it's convenient for those traveling to Singapore or Malaysia.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience offered a variety of options including beef, chicken, noodles, local dishes, and beverages. The pricing was reasonable for the selection available.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel provides essential facilities such as room service, shuttle bus service, and laundry services, enhancing the overall convenience of the stay.

Ronald

United States, May 2024

7.4/10

The hotel is situated near the city square and other popular places in Johor, within walking distance to the CIQ. The rooms are spacious, with fantastic bathroom showers, although the water heater controls need improvement. The staff was friendly and helpful, offering a free room upgrade after a slight check-in delay.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms are enormous as shown in pictures, but we were assigned two single beds incorrectly.

Service

8.0

The staff was friendly and accommodating, offering a free room upgrade after a slight delay during check-in.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location near the city center, Pasar Karat, R & F, and JB City Square shopping malls, was convenient for conducting meetings.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was decent, but more variety could enhance the overall experience.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel's facilities are satisfactory and provide a comfortable stay.

Les

United States, April 2024

7.4/10

Staying at the Executive Suite with Sea View was a cozy experience in this old-style hotel. While not like other accommodations in JB or apartments, it offered a unique charm. The convenience of the location and quiet surroundings were highlights but with some drawbacks in the dining experience.

Rooms

8.0

The Executive Suite with Sea View was cozy and offered a unique old-style charm.

Service

7.0

The staff was friendly and accommodating, able to converse in Chinese for the comfort of mainland tourists. Room service and other services were satisfactory.

Location

9.0

The location was convenient, being within walking distance to Singapore, perfect for loading and unloading luggage during arrival and departure.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience was mixed. While the selections were good, there was room for improvement in the buffet spread and menu offerings.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent with options for shops and commercial services. The free shuttle service was a nice bonus.

David

United States, February 2024

7.2/10

My stay at this hotel was overall pleasant, with a few ups and downs. The rooms were well-equipped with basic amenities like towels upon arrival, and I appreciated having a separate living hall and kitchen area. However, the wait for housekeeping to bring towels was a bit long. The location was convenient, being only a few minutes from the city center and having a nice sea view. On the downside, the hotel's proximity to the R & F Mall didn't offer much to see, and I wished some facilities were available on all floors.

Rooms

8.0

The room, in my case room 1615, was fully equipped with basic necessities, and the separate living hall and kitchen area with a dining table and microwave were convenient.

Service

7.0

The service was adequate, with staff explaining the finish time for breakfast and promptly attending to requests like providing missing towels in the room. However, improvements could be made in terms of efficiency.

Location

8.0

The location was convenient, being close to the city center and within walking distance to JB City Square. However, the proximity to the R & F Mall might not offer much in terms of attractions and facilities.

Dining

6.0

The dining experience could have been better, especially with less spicy options and higher quality items. The location being a short walk to JB City Square was a plus, but there is room for improvement in the variety and quality of food.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities overall met basic needs, but there is room for enhancement, especially if they were available on all floors. While adequate, they did not exceed expectations.

Convenient Location

Wait for Housekeeping

Stephen

United States, November 2023

6.6/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were big, spacious, and comfortable with a stunning view from the suite room, but the service was a bit tired and confusing at times. The location was perfect for accessing Singapore easily, but not ideal for wandering around on foot. The dining options were somewhat bland and lacking variety, yet the facilities were satisfactory overall.

Rooms

8.0

I stayed in the suite room, and it was large and comfortable with a stunning view.

Service

6.0

The service was a bit tired, and there were some mix-ups with room assignments. However, one staff member kindly upgraded my room to a suite.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location is perfect when you need easy access to Singapore. It's reachable within a 10-minute walk from the checkpoint via pedestrian bridges.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was mediocre, lacking variety in the food options. I found a nearby coffee shop with delicious beef noodles within walking distance.

Facilities

7.0

Joseph

United States, August 2023

6.6/10

The hotel provided a mix of good and not-so-good experiences. The location is fantastic for accessing shopping areas and city attractions, but beware of potential inconveniences like cigarette smoke smells in the rooms. The service was friendly and helpful, adding a positive touch to the stay.

Rooms

5.0

The room I got, as per my request, was really dark and depressing, with a noticeable smell of cigarette smoke.

Service

8.0

The hotel staff, including the bartender who came over to my room, were friendly and helpful. They were quick to assist with directions, travel tips, and even calling a taxi.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location is great for accessing shopping malls like Komtar JB and the city center, with a pedestrian bridge connecting to a nearby mall. However, be cautious of potential mosquito bites in the area.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast at D'mezzanine was quite good with a variety of options, including beef/chicken, noodles, local delicacies, and beverages. However, additional charges may apply for extra guests.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel offers a range of facilities, but improvements could be made to room ambiance. Limited duty-free shops are available nearby.

Chris

United States, August 2023

6.4/10

I stayed at the hotel for our honeymoon for the next 2 nights with an upgraded room. The rooms look old but clean, had a blocked sink, no toilet lights, no room safe, and were full of mosquitos. On the bright side, the service was very friendly. The location is the biggest letdown, not being close to the transportation hub or close to some money changers. The dining was good but could use more non-spicy options. The facilities were a bit disappointing.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, despite looking old, were clean and comfortable for our stay.

Service

8.0

I found the service very friendly during my stay.

Location

5.0

The location was a letdown, not being close to key transportation hubs or convenient facilities.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were good overall but lacked non-spicy choices.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were a bit disappointing compared to expectations.

Edward

United States, July 2023

9.0/10

Staying at the hotel was a wonderful experience overall. The staff was incredibly helpful and friendly, and the location was just perfect for accessing shopping malls, the city center, and other attractions easily. The room cleanliness was outstanding, but the breakfast spread was not as extensive as expected.

Rooms

9.0

The suite I stayed in was immaculately clean and comfortable, offering a relaxing stay.

Service

9.0

I was impressed by the exceptional service provided by the staff, from accommodating my requests to upgrading us to an Executive Suite.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is just perfect, with a fabulous view and easy access to various key spots in Johor Bahru.

Dining

8.0

The breakfast was good, although not as varied as anticipated, with a satisfying selection of dishes and beverages.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel facilities were top-notch, offering everything we needed for a pleasant stay.

Cleanliness

Limited breakfast options

Dean

United States, July 2023

6.0/10

My stay at the hotel was a mix of highs and lows. The rooms were spacious and equipped, offering a stunning view, but there was a noticeable antiquated smell of mildew. The service, from reception to housekeeping and the restaurant, left much to be desired, lacking empathy and seeming driven by money. The location was convenient being in the city center and near a new mall, but not close to the main train station. The dining experience was okay but could have been improved with more diverse food options. Overall, a stay with some positives and negatives.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were huge and equipped with a kitchenette, living room, and bedroom. However, there was an antiquated mildew odor present.

Service

5.0

The service provided by staff, from reception to housekeeping, was not satisfactory. There was a lack of sympathy and a strong focus on money.

Location

6.0

The hotel is in the city center and in front of a newly built mall, making it convenient for shopping. However, it is not close to the main train station.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were decent but lacked variety, especially in Indian and Chinese cuisine.

Facilities

7.0

The hotel facilities were adequate but did not stand out significantly.

Benjamin

United States, June 2023

6.2/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were nice after being upgraded by the staff, but unfortunately, they were filled with baby cockroaches and had an antiquated feel with a mildew odor. The service was a bit of a letdown with some requested items not supplied by housekeeping and a long wait at reception for a room that wasn’t ready, though I appreciated the free room upgrade. The location was great, right at the access bridge to Singapore and within easy reach of various shopping malls and city center attractions. However, the dining experience was not good, and the beef dishes were disappointing.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms had a nice touch after the upgrade.

Service

6.0

The service fell a bit short of my expectations, but the free room upgrade was a redeeming gesture.

Location

9.0

The location was fantastic, right at the access bridge to Singapore and convenient for exploring the city center and nearby attractions.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was not up to par, with disappointing beef dishes.