It’s no secret that Singaporeans love flocking to JB. Good food and fun activities are aplenty there, and the advantageous exchange rate means we get to reap big savings on everything from cafe outings to boutique hotel stays. The real savvy spenders know that trips across the Causeway can be even more value for money when you’re privy to certain bank promos.
We’re referring to Maybank Cards, which unlock countless JB and Malaysia deals for Singaporean visitors to enjoy. From discounted flight and hotel bookings to savings on your Grab rides abroad, here are the perks awaiting you.
The current exchange rate is RM1 = ~S$0.30 as of 21st March 2025.
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The next time you hit up JB for a weekend getaway, take advantage of Klook’s 1-for-1 bookings for Maybank Cardmembers. These include dining deals spanning from traditional grub like Kam Long Ah Zai Curry Fish Head to good ol’ cafe grub like Principle Cafe By T.A.M. and The Replacement Lodge & Kitchen.
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You can enjoy the 1-for-1 deals by way of 2 promo dishes for the price of 1, or 2 dining vouchers for the price of 1 so you can order whatever your heart desires. BBT addicts will be pleased to know that there’s a Klook deal for 1-for-1 Brown Sugar Pearl with Fresh Milk from Chun Yang Tea.
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Dining deals aside, you can also enjoy 1-for-1 Klook bookings on activities such as a firefly river cruise, ice skating, indoor go-karting, and laser tag battles. Enjoy 2 admission passes for the price of 1 when you pay with a Maybank Card. Promos also include visits to Chucky Cat Cafe, and a Jesmonite Coaster Workshop where you can craft a memorable keepsake to bring home.
These 1-for-1 Klook deals are only valid till the end of April, so book fast. The good news is, Maybank Cards and Klook will be rolling out more attractive deals in the coming months from June to December 2025 – so keep your eyes peeled!
Promo period: Now till 30th April 2025
Find out more about Maybank’s Klook 1-for-1 Malaysia deals.
Maybank Card deals aren’t limited to just JB. If you ever find yourself in Ipoh, the capital city of Perak, make a beeline for the Sunway Lost World of Tambun. This family-friendly amusement park has activities from dawn till dusk, and Maybank Cardmembers get to shave a cool 30% off admissions.
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Expect theme park rides with varying levels of thrill, from chill carousels and locomotive trains to a pirate ship and roller coaster – the first in Perak’s history, BTW – that will have your adrenaline levels soaring. There’s also a petting zoo that is home to 55 species of wildlife. While you won’t exactly get to pet all of them, you will get to see creatures up close, from majestic giraffes and ostriches to critters like snakes and tarantulas.
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Come nightfall, treat yourself to a relaxing dip in the Lost World Hot Springs Night Park. Natural hot spring pools and a dedicated spa area get illuminated with colourful lights for an ethereal atmosphere. There’ll also be rousing performances such as tribal dances set against traditional instruments to complete that otherworldly experience.
Promo period: Now till 31st December 2025
Find out more about Maybank’s Sunway Lost World of Tambun deal.
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Whichever part of Malaysia you’re vacationing in, zipping around in a comfy Grab will allow you to make the most of your trip. Add your Maybank Card to your app as payment mode to get RM3 off your Grab ride, with a minimum spend of RM10. Don’t forget to pop in the promo code <MB3>; each user can enjoy this discount across up to 5 rides!
Fun fact: Maybank Cards also has a GrabCar and GrabBike promo in Indonesia, should you be holidaying there soon. You can save up to IDR8,000 per ride, which works out to ~S$0.64.
Promo period: Ongoing
Find out more about Maybank’s Grab rides deal.
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It was a sad day when Burger & Lobster closed its Singapore outlet, but wipe those tears away because sumptuous lobster rolls await you in our neighbouring country. Better yet, you’ll get to enjoy RM50 off your meal when you pay with a Maybank Card at the KLCC outlet. Do note that you’ll have to hit a minimum spend of RM500, which is a good excuse to really treat yo’ self.
Speaking of treats, your Maybank Card will also save you 10% off at Beutea outlets across Malaysia. Having opened a few branches on our Little Red Dot, the Malaysian BBT chain has captured Singaporeans’ hearts. Taste its popular offerings like White Peach Oolong Milk Tea and Jasmine Grape Fresh Fruit Tea, right in its home country.
Promo periods
Burger & Lobster: Now till 30th June 2025
Beutea: 1st April to 31st December 2025
Find out more about Maybank’s Burger & Lobster and Beutea deals.
Singaporeans love our homegrown brand, Love, Bonito. But who are we to turn down a shopping spree over in Malaysia, especially when it comes with a 10% discount? Pay with a Maybank Card at the following Love, Bonito outlets to grab this deal: 1 Utama Shopping Centre, Mid Valley Megamall, Sunway Pyramid Shopping Centre, plus The Exchange TRX in KL, and Queensbay Mall in Penang.
While we sadly had to bid farewell to Forever 21’s last outlet on our shores back in 2021, their boutiques are still thriving with stylish threads across KL and Penang. Similarly, shop with your Maybank Card to get 10% off your F21 buys at these outlets: Pavilion Damansara Heights, LaLaport BBCC, The Curve Mall, and Pavilion Bukit Jalil in KL, plus Queensbay Mall and 1st Avenue Mall in Penang.
Promo period: Now till 30th April 2025 for both
Find out more about Maybank’s Love, Bonito and Forever 21 deals.
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Your Maybank Card can get you 18% off hotel bookings on Agoda, which means you’ll be able to spoil the entire fam with a luxurious stay while getting some savings. For instance, JB’s Somerset Medini Iskandar Puteri (from S$81/night). It’s a sustainability-themed hotel, so you can expect lush greenery and tranquil water features throughout the compound.
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The 33-storey hotel is located right opposite Mall of Medini so you’ll have plenty of shopping and dining options. Theme park enthusiasts will be thrilled to know that Legoland Malaysia is just a 12-minute walk away. Even within the hotel grounds, there are plenty of amenities that’ll keep your little ones entertained, from the outdoor pool to the children’s playroom.
Scroll through the thousands of hotel bookings available on Agoda to see what catches your eye. Just note that the 18% discount (capped at S$40 per booking) only applies to bookings made on the 1st to 7th of every month from now till December 2025, for stays from now till 30th June 2026. This deal also applies to Agoda hotel bookings in Indonesia!
Promo periods
Booking period: 1st to 7th of every month, from now till December 2025
Stay period: Now till 30th June 2026
Find out more about Maybank’s Agoda deal.
For even more savings on hotel stays, make use of Maybank’s Trip.com deal. You can get 7% off hotel bookings worldwide, at no cap and with no minimum spend required. We love a good deal that isn’t tied to a bunch of T&Cs!
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It’s no secret that Trip.com has loads of hotel listings. One that’s not too far from home base is KSL Hotel & Resort, located a mere 8-minute ride from the Woodlands Checkpoint. It’s directly connected to KSL City shopping mall for your retail therapy session, and you can retire for the evening in luxe and spacious digs.
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The Caladium Suite (from S$59/night) in particular is ideal for couples, boasting a cosy circular bed that serves as a unique love nest, and a huge bathroom complete with your own jacuzzi tub. Such a premium suite at such affordable prices is tough to beat, and that’s before you slap the Maybank Card savings on it! Just use the promo code <MBBSGHOTELS> when booking your stay.
You can also get 2% off flight bookings made via Trip.com when you pay with a Maybank Card and input the promo code <MBBSGFLIGHT>. Likewise, there is no minimum spend or cap to this deal.
Promo periods
Booking period: Now till 31st December 2025
Travel period: Now till 31st March 2026
Find out more about Maybank’s Trip.com deal.
There is no lack of ways to journey to Malaysia, from railway rides into JB to longer-haul bus rides to states like KL and Penang. If you’re heading a little further than right across the Causeway, travel in style and comfort and opt to fly instead. After all, Maybank Cardmembers get to enjoy up to 18% off Firefly’s already budget-friendly flights.
This deal is valid for 10 days at a time from the 25th of every month, between now and 3rd October 2025. Mark your calendars and use the promo code <MBBFY>!
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If you’d like to splurge on a full-service airline, Maybank also has a Malaysia Airlines deal where you can shave up to 15% off your airfare. Maybank Manchester United Cardmembers get to enjoy up to 15% off with the promo code <MBBSG10>, while all other Maybank Cardmembers get up to 10% off with the promo code <MBBSG5>.
Promo periods
Firefly:
Sale period: 25th of every month for 10 days, till 3rd October 2025
Travel period: Now till 30th November 2025
Malaysia Airlines:
Maybank Manchester United Cards
Sale Period: Now till 31st August 2025
Travel Period: Now till 30th September 2025, subject to available travel dates at the time of booking
All other Maybank Cards
Sale Period: 25th of every month for 10 days, till 3rd August 2025
Travel Period: Now till 30th September 2025, subject to available travel dates at the time of booking
Find out more about Maybank’s Firefly Airlines and Malaysia Airlines deals.
The deals we’ve covered above are just the tip of the iceberg. Give Maybank’s catalogue of card deals a gander to see how many attractive food, retail, and activity savings you get to enjoy when journeying to JB and the rest of Malaysia.
And if you frequently visit Malaysia, you won’t want to miss out on the Maybank Family & Friends Card. It offers 8% cashback on all MYR spend – one of the highest cashback rates currently on the market. The 8% cashback applies to IDR spend too, which is great news for folks who love short getaways to Malaysia and Indonesia.
As you can tell, Maybank Cards are a must-have companion for folks who make regular trips to JB and beyond. With so many Malaysia deals and savings to enjoy, you’ll be able to save that much more on your adventures there than just capitalising on the exchange rate.
This post was brought to you by Maybank Cards.
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