Muar

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Muar is the second biggest town and neighborhood of the state of Johor, at its northeast, in southern Malaysia. Muar is also known by its other name, Bandar Maharani, which means Empress Town.

Muar Halal Explorer

History and etymology

Muar's name is believed to have originated and derived from its geographical location at the mouth or estuary of Muar River and the (Malay) words "Muara" which means eastuary or mouth of river. Muar is rich in history as mentioned in many historical records and archeological evidences. It is believed that the history of Muar started much earlier than the Sultanate of Malacca which witness the rise and fall of the empire. There were many accounts recorded and said about the history early and modern days of Muar. There are a few famous old historic legends which evolved around the area of Muar namely, Hikayat Malim Deman (Epic of Malim Deman), Legenda Lembing Awang Pulang Ke Dayang (Awang's Spear Return to Dayang Legend) and Legenda Puteri Gunung Ledang (Mount Ledang Princess' Legend).

Geography and climate

Muar neighborhood (inclusive of Ledang) covers 2346.12 km². Muar sits at the mouth of the Muar River, on the coast of the Straits of Malacca. Muar's geographical ground and area generally has a flat terrain. The town is about 150 kilometers (93 miles) southeast of Malaysia's capital Kuala Lumpur, and about the same distance (166 kilometers) northwest of Johor Bahru. It is 45 kilometers south of Malacca

Town. It is also 50 kilometers north of Batu Pahat.

Muar as the rest of peninsular Malaysia enjoys a year-round tropical rainforest equatorial climate which is warm, humid and sunny, along with plentiful rainfall, especially during the southwest monsoon season from September to December. The temperatures is between about 22°C/72°F (night) and 30°C/86°F (day), between 70% and 90% humidity, and an annual total rainfall of about 2400mm. The climate is very much dictated by the adjacent sea and the wind system.

Population and language

Muar has a population of 437,164 (2023) with a multiracial demography, consists of mainly (Malay), Chinese, Indian, etc. Beside the local languages like Malays, Chinese (Mandarin and other dialects Hokkien, Teochew, Cantonese) and Tamil, English is widely understand and spoken.

Government and administration

Muar Municipal Council - |Muar Municipal Council

District Office of Muar/Pejabat Daerah Muar ☎ +60 6-9521021/06-9522615 Fax : 06-9528817
Municipal Council of Muar/Majlis Perbandaran Muar(MPM) +60 6-9521204/5/6
Muar District Police HQ +60 6-9526222
District Hospital :Sultanah Fatimah Specialist Hospital +60 6-9521901
Muar District Immigration Department +60 6-9522685

Travel to Muar

Muar river view - Muar River scene in 2006, showing the older of the two Muar River bridges

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Muar

Nearest airports to Muar are the Malacca (Batu Berendam Airport) (IATA Flight Code: MKZ) with the Johor Bahru (Senai International Airport) (IATA Flight Code: JHB) and Sepang's KLIA(Kuala Lumpur International Airport) (IATA Flight Code: KUL) airports located farther afield. There is also the southern neighbour, Singapore's Changi International Airport (IATA Flight Code: SIN) across the causeway. Transfer by bus or taxi has to be taken to redirect to Muar.

Muslim Friendly Rail Holidays in Muar

The nearest train train stations are Segamat with Seremban or Kluang located farther. Transfer by bus or taxi has to be taken to redirect to Muar.

By car

Besides federal roads, Muar is also accessible via the North–South Expressway through the Tangkak and Pagoh interchanges exits which are located 20 kilometers and 30 kilometers from the town, respectively.

If you're driving from Kuala Lumpur on the North South Expressway (NSE), take the Tangkak exit (Interchange 235) and drive on past Sg. Mati and Parit Bunga (on highway 23 and 5). Muar town is about 27 kilometers from the Tangkak exit. If you are driving from Johor Bahru, exit at Pagoh and head to the Muar town.

Travel on a Bus in Muar

There are two bus stations in Muar; Hentian Maharani Bus Station and Bentayan Express Bus Station (formerly Pagoh Bus Station).

From Kuala Lumpur (Terminal Bersepadu Selatan(TBS)) - RM16, 2-3 hours. Mayang Sari Express. Hasry Express. Sks KL. Transnasional.
From Johor Bahru (2-3 hrs).
From Malacca (1 hours or less). SKA (every 15 minutes), Mayangsari (9AM, noon and 4PM), MOS, Orkid.
From Batu Pahat Mayangsari Express.
From Ipoh, Penang, Alor Star and Northern Malaysia
From Kuantan, Kuala Terengganu, Kota Bahru and East Coast
From Segamat
From Singapore: HKKL Express.
From Hat Yai Thailand]: HKKL Express.

Best way to travel in Muar by a Taxi

There are also chartered taxi services available below two taxi terminals.

Hentian Maharani Bus Station (+60 6-9529980) (Pakatan Pemandu-pemandu Teksi dan Kereta Sewa Daerah Muar).
Hentian Bentayan Bus Station (formerly Pagoh Bus Station) (+60 6-951 5341)(Persatuan Tuan-Tuan Punya Kereta Sewa Daerah Muar).

These chartered taxis travel within Muar neighborhood and outside Muar such as to KLIA International Airport, Kuala Lumpur and even Singapore. They carry up to 4 passengers at a time. The taxis in Muar don't have a metered system, and they often charge according to the travel distant, time and number of passsenger.

Book a Halal Cruise or Boat Tour in Muar

Bandar Maharani Ferry Terminal - |Bandar Maharani Ferry Terminal

Ferry services from Bengkalis and Dumai, Sumatra, Indonesia are available on every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, ticketing booth located at and ferries departing from the Custom Jetty at Jalan Maharani at noon. Journey time is just under two hours. Tickets cost RM80/160 one-way/return. (+60 12-6363614) Muar is the only neighborhood (besides the state capital Johor Bahru) in Johor that has its own Custom and Excise Duty Department office and checkpoint at its own jetty.

How to get around in Muar

Taxis chartered service (Perkhidmatan Kereta Sewa) at the taxi stands or bus stations.
Trishaws, or Beca, locally called Teksi to get around the town for sight-seeing.
The flat terrain of Muar's geographical ground and areas has enable the extensive use of bicycle and tricycle vehicles as the main and major mode of transportion in Muar. Bike rentals and bike guide: NO-JOB (North Johor On Bike) +60 16-6412716.

What to see in Muar

Recreation and leisure places

Donhu Jurassic Garden - Donhu Jurassic Garden

Donhu Jurassic Garden - 麻坡東湖恐龍園有限公司 | Theme park.

Tanjung Emas Park - Tanjung Emas recreational park overlooking Muar River is the place to go. This recreational park has a food court offering local delicacies if you get a little hungry- try the ikan asam pedas (fish cooked with tamarind Sauce and chilli paste) for which this town is famous. There's plenty of rest shades if the sun gets too hot and also a children's playground to keep the little ones amused. The park, which is much visited during the weekends, also houses a 9-hole golf course, Tanjung Emas Golf Club. A 45-minutes to one hour Muar River Cruise departing from this park is also available to offer tourists views of Muar town from the river. Nearby, Tanjung Ketapang is next to Tanjung Emas facing the Malacca Straits. The mangrove along the coastal line is home to wild monkeys or macaques but harmless and tame to visitors who feeds them.
Laman Maharani Padang Nyiru - The garden at the new park called Padang Nyiru near the Sultan Ismail bridge, named Laman Maharani, includes a modern clock tower with old English architecture, a mini Roman Colosseum, a neatly manicured lawn, a pavement under leafy trees, a fountain, a dome-shaped pavilion, parking bays and a beautifully-designed seawall. The garden immortalises the old days when the site was a busy trading centre where junks and boats anchored with merchandise and charcoal. It is now a green lung for the town folks and visiting tourists to take leisurely walks and enjoy the natural beauty of the Muar River in the town centre.
Gunung Ledang - about 30 kilometers from Muar town Gunung Ledang (formerly Mt Ophir) is well known for the Legend of Gunung Ledang story of the mystique Puteri Gunung Ledang, entwined with its mysterious tales of supernatural encounters among the local residents besides its beautiful natural attraction. Standing at 1,267 m, Gunung Ledang is Johor's highest mountain and it can be visited both from Johor (Sagil) and Melaka (Asahan). There are nice camping sites by the side of waterfall at the mountain foot and those who are adventurous can take up the challenges to climb to the peak of the mountain. The journey to the top will take roughly five hours through the dense but scenery virgin jungle. There are 2 options of access to the mountain top and mountain foot lodgings available by 2 different managements namely; Gunung Ledang Resort and Taman Negara Gunung Ledang which has a range of options from a dormitory to chalets. Hiring a guide is necessary so it's best to plan in advance. Gunung Ledang can be visited by buses that run between Tangkak and Segamat by getting off at Sagil or take a taxi from Tangkak.
Pantai Leka, Parit Jawa - A nice sea-side fishing village and the coast is an important stopover and winter feeding ground for 60 bird species of migratory birds including egret, eagle, heron, sandpiper, swift and kingfisher, and efforts is being taken to gazet the area as a bird sanctuary. There are many sea foods, grilled fish and assam pedas stalls and restaurant serving nice delicious foods. GPS coordinates 1.951372N 102.635517E.
Sungai Gersik Hot Spring - Kolam Air Panas Sungai Gersik and the natural wonder of thermal spas (Muslim Friendly) can be found in the neighborhood of Muar, about 10km from Parit Jawa town. The hot spring, with water temperature is estimated at 50 to 70 °C, was discovered over 100 years ago in the peaty area, was believed to have healing power due to its high sulphur content. The hot spring area has chalet, public amenities like toilet, bath room and parking facilities, Muslim prayer room, a children's playground and some shops. The place is opened from 7AM to 7PM. Admission is free to local residents and foreigners. GPS Coordinates: GPS 1.940900N 102.741300E.

Nasuha Spices & Herbs Farm - Ladang Rempah Ratus Nasuha farm is located at the 19 Km of Jalan Muar Pagoh. It covers an area of over 3200 acres, known to be the largest Herbs and Spices farm in Asia, producing 6 to 10 metric tonnes of raw herbs and spices each day. The farm is planted with 135 types of herbs collected from all over the world. There is a museum, restaurant, a herbal SPA, a resort and a processing plant inside the farm. Group tour can be arranged to visit the farm for bird watching, hiking activities, stress management and motivational course is also offered to public members.

Dusun Damai - An scenery fruits orchard homestead resort on a scenic hill in Pagoh, Muar, midway PLUS highway between Kuala Lumpur and Johor Bahru. 15 minutes from Pagoh toll plaza.

Mosques in Muar

Masjid Sultan Ibrahim, Muar, Johor - Sultan Ibrahim Mosque

Masjid Jamek Sultan Ibrahim, Tanjung Emas -completed in 1930 and was officially opened by Johor's Menteri Besar, Dato Mustafa bin Jaafar to replace the old wooden building build in 1887. Located along Jalan Petri, close to mouth of Muar River. The building captures an unusual combination of the Anglophile's Victorian and Moorish architectural influences similar to the Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque in Johor Bahru will be of interest to any visitor with a fine eye for aesthetics.
Masjid Jamek 2 Sultan Ismail, Tanjung Agas -built in 1999 on the opposite bank of Muar River in Tanjung Agas, is exactly an identical replica of the Masjid Jamek Sultan Ibrahim. The 2 majestic masjids are just like reflection image of each other on the other side of river is a breathtaking sight at the mouth of Muar River. This 2nd mosque can accommodate 5,000 Muslim congregants at a time.

Historic places

Balai Polis Bukit Kepong - This police station at Bukit Kepong with a history museum is famous for the notorious attack by the communist terrorist on 23 Februari 1950 during the emergengy period.
Kubu Bentayan - The last fortress of the retreat Malacca Sultanate soldiers before it falls during the attack of the Portuguese in the 15th century situated at mouth the Sungai Bentayan and the Bentayan Express Bus Station (formerly Pagoh Bus Stand) location now. Another fortress but built by the Portuguese later, Fortaleza de Muar was also believed to be in the same area.
Makam Panglima Lidah Hitam, Parit Sakai - The grave of a legendary (Malay) warrior Panglima Lidah Hitam (the Black Tongue Warrior) or Baginda Zahiruddin from Padang Pariaman, Minangkabau, Sumatera, Indonesia; the founder of Silat Lintau, whose tongue was black colour when he die and buried in Parit Sakai Laut, Jalan Junid.
Makam Sultan Alauddin Riayat Shah I, Kampung Raja, Pagoh - The tomb of the Malacca Sultan Alauddin Riayat Shah I is located at Kampung Raja, Ulu Pagoh. Sultan Alauddin is 7th Sultan of Malacca Sultanate from 1477 to 1488, and he also built a residence palace in Pagoh. GPS Coordinates: 2 9 38.27N 102 45 29.59E.
Tapak Sejarah Kota Buruk, Jorak - The Kota Buruk fortress historical site at Tanjung Selabu, Jorak, Bukit Pasir, Pagoh is where the founder of the Malacca Sultanate, Parameswara, stayed for more than 10 years upon his exile from Temasik before proceeding to Melaka. Another historic site, 'Biawak Busuk', opened by Parameswara, is said also to be located just nearby.
Rumah Adat Bugis - Rumah Adat Bugis or Bolla Lopo or literally Bugis Customary House is a traditional Bugis house at Km 19 Parit Pechah, Sri Menanti. It was built 100 years ago by Tahir bin Daeng Mustapha, a descendant of Raja Bugis. In the language of Bugis, 'Bolla' means house and 'Lopo' means big; literally means "Big House". The house design and elements are unique with many beautiful carving and features. It also house many old traditional items. Located at Parit Pecah, along the stretch between Sungai Gersik and Parit Jawa. It's easy to miss, so visitors have to go slow and look out for it on the left while moving towards Parit Jawa Muar or on the right if travelling towards Batu Pahat.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Muar

ZHANG QUAN - Zhang Quan Association Building

Take a relaxing stroll along the scenery riverside from the town to the park, over 1 kilometers away, have a picnic at the beautiful riverside garden and catch the sunset by the beach of the Tanjung Emas Park. Enjoy the scenery with nice landscape of rows of trees and majestic old colonial buildings and pre-war shophouses along the way.
Get on the boat and join the river cruising along Muar River at Tanjung Emas jetty. Jeti Tanjung Emas, Tanjung Emas. +60 19-6658827.
Have a round of golf at the Tanjung Emas Golf Club in Muar. The Tanjung Emas course may not be a dream golf course but one can surely relax and enjoy a round of golf in cool soothing breezes. But beware of the wayward wind which can play havoc with your game which can be treacherous and may even blow away your ball. The par-35 (2,721 m) 9-hole layout is a flat and short golf course, but challenges come in many forms: the wind, large ponds, numerous 0.B. markers and sand traps provide it all. The course is open to the golfing public armed with handicaps. +60 6 9521550
Muar is touted to be food haven for gluttons. Check out the Eat section, plan and have a round of nice local foods at the many eating places in town.
Try having a big catch by fishing at the Muar River at a few local anglers's favourite fishing spots, i.e. Tanjung Emas, Tanjung Ketapang, Tanjung Agas and the Sultan Ismail Bridge.
Go for the adventurous freshwater prawn (udang galah) fishing at Panchor, Grisek, Kundang Ulu, Lenga, Gombang or Bukit Kepong areas located at the upstream of Muar River by renting a boat. Fire-fly watching eco-tour also may be arranged. (+60 6-971 1150, +60 13-680 2265 Hj Rahmat bin Idris)
See the oyster harvesting by fishermen diving to the bottom of Muar River at Pengkalan Tiram, Parit Tiram, Jalan Sallleh, Muar. Grab the opportunity to buy the affordable and fresh oyster for dinner. Tel :012-6363614
Stay at the local village homestays and experience the colourful local kampung cultures, foods and life of the Malays of Java and Bugis descends. Enjoy the local warm hospitality and friendliness of the host and family. Visit the village local small industries like traditional delicacies making, agricultural activities like local fruit harvesting at orchard or livestocks animals, poultry and fish farming or activities at rubber, oil palm or coconut plantation. Learn the interesting local traditional festivals, games, music and dances like the (Javanese)' Kuda Kepang and Barongan or the Malays' Zapin and Ghazal, and also local martial art Silat performances. For contact, see "Sleep" section.
Visit the Orang Asli village at Lenga and Gunung Ledang area.
Trek up the top of the magical jungle-capped legendary Gunung Ledang. Seek out the challenges and adventures to go on an expedition to the peak of the mountain, camp in the rugged wilds, or a convention amidst nature and get soak in Air Panas waterfall at the mountainfoot.
Ride bicycle across the town, across both bridges and by the beach. Bandar Maharani is so flat that you don't need to be strong rider to go anywhere.
Try to get yourself a motorcycle and ride from the town through Bukit Pasir, Lenga to Bukit Kepong and back to Muar town through Gerisek, Bukit Gambir and Serom.

Events and festivals

Johor Sultan's Birthday - will be celebrated on 22nd November every year to commemorate the birthday of the new Sultan who just succeeded the throne. Cultural activities, fishing competition, duck catching competition at Tanjung Emas Park. Muslim Tahlil and Thanks-Giving Prayers at the main mosque. Guard of Honour parade and Swear of Allegiance Ceremony in the morning at the Dewan Jubli Intan. +60 6-9521021
Malaysia National Day - celebrated on 31st August every year and the national independence day. Cultural and entertainment show and fireworks will be on display on the eve of celebration at Tanjung Emas Park. A celebration parade by the government agencies, uniform bodies, political entities and private organisation in the early morning of celebration. All celebration mostly held at the Dataran Tanjung Emas square and park vicinity. +60 6-9521021
Chap Goh Mei's "Puak Tau Sai" (博豆狮) - celebration on the last day of Chinese New Year festival, on the 15th day of first lunar month of Chinese calendar (around February). Drove of Taoism devotees will throng to congregate to pray at the Kerng Tang Kou Bioh (粤东古庙) temple and to observe a traditional Teochew custom, called "Puak Tau Sai" (博豆狮) where devotees seek the divine deity’s blessing for the new year to obtain home the “peanut lions” (Chinese guardian lion statues made of sugar and peanut) but to repay back the “peanut lions” statues to the deity and temple the next coming year in double the number of statues they obtained. The quest to obtain the “peanut lions” will be decided through the “toss of the victory cups” (博胜杯) to ascertain the divine’s will of the deity. +60 12-2510338
San Cai Deity's Birthday - celebrated on the 23rd day of the 1st moon of the Chinese lunar calendar (around March) every year by Taoism devotees for the divine Taoist deity San Cai Yeah's(善才爷) birthday at the San Cai Yeah Temples, Parit Unas which is very famous and revered among the devotees.
Nine Emperors Gods' Birthday - celebrated from the 1st day to the 9th day of the 9th moon of the Chinese lunar calendar (around October/November) every year by Vegetarian Taoism devotees for the Taoism deities Kiu Ong Yeah's (Nine Emperors') (九皇爷) birthday. During the 10 days celebration, Chinese opera theatre, interesting colourful religion ceremonies, fire crossing ceremony, knife ladder climbing ceremony by mediums and devotees will be held at the 2 main Taoism temples; Jalan Bentayan's Tao Tian Keng (斗天宫) temple and Jalan Arab's Tao Boo Keng (斗母宫) temple. Celebration peaks with grand colourful procession on the 8th day morning and 9th day evening at the town centre. A "send-off" ceremony will be held at the Tanjung Emas river side on the 10th day marking the end of the celebration.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Muar

Wah To Medical Muar - Wah To Medical Centre in Muar, featuring a row of old shophouses (2023)

The town is also robust of business and trading activities, with many old traditional Chinese shops offering variety of products at reasonable and attractive price. There also Pasar Malam and Pasar Tani selling variety of local products

The shopping centres and supermarkets or hypermarkets in Muar are Wetex Parade, The Store, Giant, Econsave, Astaka Shopping Centre, Lagenda Complex, K-Mall, Fresco, One-Stop, and Arked Mara.

There are two wet markets in Muar town:

Pasar Awam Bandar Maharani (Tua Pa Sat) (Below Astaka Shopping Centre), Jalan Maharani, Muar.
One Central Market (Sin Pa Sat) (formerly Hock Hai Market), Jalan Ali/Arab/Haji Abu.
Giant Hypermarket Muar Supermarket with selected Halal food.

Halal Restaurants in Muar

Fu Zhou Restaurant - Fu Zhou Restaurant

Local delicious (Malay) foods; Mee bandung, rojak petis, satay Muar and asam pedas are the signature foods of Muar. And don't forget delicious (Javanese) foods like soto, mee rebus, lontong and nasi ambeng. Locals are famous of eating goreng pisang(fried banana) and goreng tempe(fried (Javanese) fermented soya bean cake) with thick soya Sauce with hot chili deeping. Pau Maharani is a favourite too. The local version Nasi Beriani Gam is good too. Ikan bakar; freshly catched, delicious dan affordable grilled fish and sea foods like prawn, squid, crab, mussel, and clam, best eaten with banana leaf wrapped Nasi Lemak are available at Medan Ikan Bakar Sabak Awor, Jalan Bakariah and Medan Ikan Bakar Parit Karang every evening. Mee Siput; a local delicious snack eaten with sambal, local chili paste; only can be available in Muar. Johor Laksa is another delicious local food. Here are some tips: Eat Satay and Mee Rebus as the local residents do for breakfast in the morning, mee bandung for lunch, rojak petis for afternoon and asam pedas at Parit Jawa for dinner.

There are also many (Malay) food stalls offering variety of delicious foods on their menus. On different days of the week there are Pasar Malam or night markets and Pasar Tani selling many local foods at different locations of the town.

We can also can find some good Indian continental cuisine like Banana Leaf Rice, Nasi Kandar, Mee Rojak, Rojak Mamak, Putumayam, variety of bread like Roti Canai, Roti Telur, Roti Sardin, Roti Prata, Roti Jala, Tosei, Roti Nan, Murtabak, Kebab with their superb Indian Curries and dal gravy; great soups like Sup Kambing, Sup Tulang and Sup Ekor; and not forgeting refreshing cold dessert; Ice Shaved Cendol with thick coconut milk and coconut brown sugar and Teh Tarik at some Indian foods stalls and restaurants. Muar is popular for its Sirap Bandung (Rose Syrup with milk and optional soda and cincau) beverage which is normally served during (Malay) wedding reception, but also easily available at most (Malay) food stalls and restaurant. Do try the Corn Milk Drink at the Tapak Pasar Tani Lama by the bus stations. Pear Juice sold at the fruit stalls at Jalan Yahya is very special and refreshing.

Coffee made of home-roasted coffee bean and powder of Muar is famous among the local residents and tourists, try out a cup of this aromatic Muar Coffee, roti bakar (bread toast) and half-boiled egg at Sai Kee 434 Kopitiam, located just opposite the bus station.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Muar

Muar - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Muar, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Muar. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Muar and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Muar. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Muar. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inMuar: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Muar.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Muar: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Muar, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Muar.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Muar, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Muar, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Muar and beyond.

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The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Muar is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Muar.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

Embassy Hotel Muar - The Embassy Hotel, founded in 1956, has some elements of Art Deco aesthetics A few hotels and apartments are available in Muar, mostly ranging from affordable to medium.

Muarar Hotel - Newly open at 3, Top Floors, Jalan Sungai Abong, Pusat Perniagaan Sungai Abong, Muar. (beside traffic light) with aircon, built-in toilet, TV, free Wi-Fi.

Sabak Awor Resort | Has air-conditioning, a built-in toilet, TV, free Wi-Fi.

My Budget Inn :46-2, Top Floors, Jalan Khalidi (opposite BP petrol station) (RM39-98) with air-conditioning, built-in toilet, TV, free Wi-Fi. +60 6-9549696, +60 17-6668199
Hotel Bentayan :Top Floors, Jalan Bentayan (beside Chinese temple) (Single-RM42, Double-RM58) with aircon, built-in toilet, TV, free Wi-Fi. +60 6-9542779/9534901
Tanjung Emas Inn :28, Top Floors, Jalan Parit Haji Baki (near stadium/Jalan Junid) (RM48) with aircon, built-in toilet, TV, free Wi-Fi. +60 6-9519488
Hotel Astra Binajaya : Across the river, near Giant Hypermarket, Maharani Rivera Tanjung Agas (RM 60). +60 16-7558844
56 Mansion: 56, Taman Selasih 2, Jalan Kg Tengah, Sungai Abong. (RM50-70) with aircon, built-in/shared toilet, TV, free Wi-Fi. +60 12-5768725, +60 12-6022992
Warni Villa: Taman Junid Perdana, Muar. Furnished semi-detached house (RM50-100). +60 6-9539336
Marina Lodging: Pantai Leka (next to Chinese temple), Parit Jawa. (RM35-40) with aircon, built-in toilet, TV. +60 6-9874571, +60 12-6219762
Penginapan Nur: Tiang 1/31, Batu 15 1/2, Jalan Muar, Tangkak. +60 7-2237471/2242525/2237472/019-7772057
Alami Homestay: No.9, PRD 15/E, Parit Raja Tengah, Jalan Temenggung Ahmad. (RM130) +60 13-6196804, +60 13-6936404
Hotel Pelangi - Centrally located hotel has 80 guestrooms and suites.

Muar Trader's Hotel - Alongside Muar River. Secret Recipes outlet is here.

Apartel Maharani - Rooms and apartment. B-1-5, Wisma 2020, Jalan Temenggong Ahmad, Muar.

Hotel Classic -star hotel at 69, Jalan Ali Muar beside Wetex Parade.

Telecommunications in Muar

Internet :Internet cafes are easily available in the Town areas. Free internet broadband wi-fi connection are also widely available in many cafes and hotels.
Mobile phone :The coverage of reception signal are extensive in all the Muar area for all the major mobile telecommunication service provider companies. All these companies provides and sells pre-paid mobile phone SIM cards including to Foreign Muslims which is more convenience and affordableer for temporary use in the nation during a short stay compare to international roaming services.
Telephone :Muar telecommunication area is using the prefix +06 Area Calling Code of Malacca instead of the +07 Area Calling Code of Johor beside the +60 Country Calling Code of Malaysia.
Postal :Muar has a main post office at Jalan Othman and a few mini postal offices in the town providing postal, telegram, courier, money orders, transfer etc services. The postal area code for the main town of Muar is 84000 while the rest of the smaller area are using the postal code of 84+++.

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Travel Next

Malacca - Just an hour away from Muar, Malacca is a good choice to continue the journey up north.