Two decommissioned Boeing 747 aircraft form the main attraction at the 1975 Avenue & Hotel complex in Kempas, near Johor Bahru, Aug 28, 2026. — Picture by Ben Tan By Ben Tan First Published: Friday, 28 Aug 2026 3:42 PM MYT JOHOR BAHRU, Aug 28 — Those craving a unique overnight stay can now head to the city’s latest attraction, which offers accommodation inside a Boeing 747 aircraft.The two decommissioned wide-body jetliners, named Bove and Bey, house a total of 18 luxury cockpit suites as part of an aviation-themed lifestyle complex spanning 14.9 acres in Kempas here.Bove was formerly operated by Pan Am, while Bey was operated by Japan Airlines before both aircraft were decommissioned and sold. A king-sized bed inside one of the Boeing 747 aircraft at the 1975 Avenue & Hotel complex in Kempas, near Johor Bahru. — Picture courtesy of 1975 Avenue & Hotel Billed as a first-of-its-kind aviation stay experience, the 1975 Avenue & Hotel, developed by Tiong Nam Group, is located about 20 minutes from the city centre.Upon arrival, visitors are welcomed by the complex’s retro, orange-hued design, which blends hospitality, dining, retail and experiential leisure.It also offers 20 separate hotel rooms themed after different countries for guests who prefer more conventional accommodation.The 1975 Avenue & Hotel complex boasts a lagoon pool set amid resort gardens, a cantilevered swimming pool and a sunken Jacuzzi.It also features a gymnasium, spa and sauna facilities, as well as a family-friendly playground for children. The refurbished cockpit of a Boeing 747 is among the attractions at the 1975 Avenue & Hotel complex in Kempas, near Johor Bahru. — Picture courtesy of 1975 Avenue & Hotel A Tiong Nam Group spokesman said the 1975 Avenue & Hotel represents more than a property development.“It is a lifestyle destination designed to offer memorable experiences for families, business travellers, and lifestyle seekers alike.“The integration of aviation heritage, contemporary hospitality, and vibrant dining concepts positions this project as a landmark attraction in Johor Bahru,” the spokesman said.Rooms at the 1975 Avenue & Hotel feature a king-size bed, a separate bathtub, a bathroom with a rain shower and a separate living area. One of the decommissioned Boeing 747s forms a unique centrepiece of the 1975 Avenue & Hotel complex in Kempas, near Johor Bahru, Aug 28, 2026. — Picture by Ben Tan Each room can accommodate up to three people, with nightly rates ranging from RM1,706 to RM2,786, depending on the room type.