Puteri Harbour is the waterfront corner of Johor's southern growth corridor, a district of marina-facing residential towers and newer developments on the western side of Johor Bahru. Almas Suites Puteri Harbour sits within it, at Almas Suites on Persiaran Laksamana, in the area Traveloka groups as Nusajaya / Legoland (postcode 79100). Rather than a conventional hotel with corridors of identical rooms, this is a private vacation home listing: Traveloka classes it under Homes, and each booking gives you an entire unit and its facilities to yourself.
The building itself is relatively young. Traveloka's property data records Almas Suites Puteri Harbour as built in 2020, in a building of 10 floors, and the listing currently offers 3 units. That small inventory is worth keeping in mind: it is closer to booking a serviced apartment from a host than checking in to a large hotel, so availability on popular weekends and Singapore school holidays can tighten quickly.
For Singapore-based travellers, the appeal is straightforward. You get a self-contained apartment-style space with a kitchenette, a residential-tower setting with shared pools and recreation spaces, and an address on the western side of Johor Bahru rather than in the busier city centre. It suits families, groups of friends and anyone planning a few days on the Malaysian side who would rather cook a simple meal, spread out and keep their own schedule.
Almas Suites Puteri Harbour carries no official star rating on Traveloka, which is usual for private-home listings; where a detail depends on the unit, check the property page before you book.
Traveloka lists Almas Suites Puteri Harbour with the unit type Private Homes, described as an arrangement where you have the entire unit and its facilities to yourself, and as great for when you need space with extra privacy. Inventory is counted in units rather than rooms, and the listing shows 3 units in total.
The core offer at Almas Suites Puteri Harbour is the whole unit rather than a single bedroom. The property-level in-room facility list on Traveloka includes air conditioning, a TV with cable channels, a desk, a hairdryer, a kitchenette, a microwave and a refrigerator, plus a shower and a separate shower and tub. Because the 3 units are listed individually, layout, bed configuration, maximum occupancy and the exact fittings can differ from one unit to the next, so open each unit's details on the property page to compare bedrooms, beds and guest capacity before you pick one.
Traveloka's data for Almas Suites Puteri Harbour does not publish a fixed tier ladder such as Standard, Superior or Deluxe, so there is no single "base" category to point to. The practical approach is to filter by the number of guests in your group, then read the description of each unit offered for your dates. Families should confirm whether a unit suits children and how many beds it has; groups should check the sleeping arrangement rather than assume each unit is identical.
The listing also flags in-room accessibility and wheelchair access at the property level. If accessibility is essential, contact the property through your booking to confirm which unit and which floor best meets your needs, since features can vary by unit.
One advantage of staying in a residential tower like Almas Suites is access to the shared facilities that come with the development. Traveloka's facility list for Almas Suites Puteri Harbour covers a mix of leisure, family and practical features:
On the service side, the listing records a 24-hour receptionist and 24-hour security, together with express check-in and express check-out. That combination is useful if you are crossing the border after work on a Friday and arriving later in the evening. Room service is not offered, and an airport transfer is not available through the property, so plan meals and transport yourself.
Everyday errands are covered by what the listing describes as nearby facilities: an ATM or banking point, a grocery store, a supermarket, a laundry, plus a hair salon and a beauty salon. With a kitchenette in the unit and a supermarket close by, self-catering for a longer stay is realistic.
Almas Suites Puteri Harbour is located at Almas Suites, Persiaran Laksamana, in the Puteri Harbour area of Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia, 79100. On Traveloka it falls under the Nusajaya / Legoland area within Johor Bahru city, which is one of the more popular areas for family stays in the state. Puteri Harbour is on the western side of Johor Bahru, away from the older city centre around the main Causeway checkpoint, and is known for its waterfront promenade and marina setting.
Most Singapore visitors reach this side of Johor by road. The western Second Link crossing between Tuas and Johor is the more direct route towards Puteri Harbour and the Nusajaya area, while the Causeway at Woodlands lands you in central Johor Bahru, from where you would continue west by car or ride-hailing. Journey times vary widely with border traffic, so travel outside peak commuting periods and long-weekend rushes where you can, and keep your passport and any required travel documents to hand.
Johor Bahru is served by Senai International Airport to the north of the city, and many international visitors instead fly into Singapore and continue by road. If you are coming from further afield, you can compare flights to Johor Bahru or Singapore on Traveloka and then arrange onward ground transport. The property itself does not offer an airport transfer, so book a car or taxi separately.
The Nusajaya and Puteri Harbour area is spread out and designed around road travel, so a car or ride-hailing app is the easiest way to get about. Parking at Almas Suites Puteri Harbour is listed as free, which makes driving across from Singapore a practical choice for families carrying luggage, prams or groceries.
Food is where the private-home format really shows. Each unit's facilities at Almas Suites Puteri Harbour include a kitchenette, a microwave and a refrigerator, so you can prepare breakfast, keep drinks cold and put together simple meals without leaving the building. The listing also mentions a dining area and snacks among its food and drink facilities.
Traveloka's facility list does include a restaurant entry, but the property data records no dedicated on-site restaurants, and room service is not available. Treat on-site dining as uncertain and check with the property when you book if it matters to your plans.
For eating out, the practical options are:
If you are planning days out around your meals, you can also browse attractions and things to do in Johor on Traveloka, from theme parks in the Nusajaya / Legoland area to city experiences in Johor Bahru.
The strongest case for Almas Suites Puteri Harbour is space and independence. Instead of fitting a family into a single hotel room, you book a whole unit, with a kitchenette, a refrigerator and a microwave for basic cooking, plus air conditioning and TV for downtime. That is especially useful for longer weekends or when travelling with young children who keep their own hours.
Other reasons travellers choose it:
It is a less natural fit if you want full hotel service such as daily room service or a hotel restaurant you can rely on, since neither is confirmed. If that matters more than space, compare other hotels in Johor Bahru on Traveloka before deciding.
Because Almas Suites Puteri Harbour has only a handful of units, a little planning goes a long way. These steps help you choose well and arrive without surprises:
Booking through Traveloka lets you see the current unit options, compare dates and keep your confirmation in one place for the border crossing. When the rest of the trip is ready, you can plan your next getaway on the Traveloka homepage.
Looking at alternatives around Johor Bahru? These properties are listed on Traveloka in the same city, from the Puteri Harbour waterfront to Southkey and the city centre.
As announced by Royal Malaysian Customs Department, Tourism Tax is imposed starting 1 January 2023 for all hotel guests that are non-Malaysian or non-permanent Residents of Malaysia. Please expect that hotel will collect the Tourism Tax from you during check-in at the hotel. The Tourism Tax rate is 10 RM per room per night.
Popular Facilities | AC, Swimming Pool, Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, Parking, Elevator, WiFi |
Check-In / Check-Out Time | From 15:00 - to 11:00 |
Available rooms at Almas Suites Puteri Harbour | 3 |
Number of floors in Almas Suites Puteri Harbour | 10 |
Another facilities in Almas Suites Puteri Harbour | Children pool, Children play area, Garden, Outdoor pool, Dining area |
