What's it like in Central District?

Central District is a welcoming neighborhood known for its major shopping area. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Central District? Consider a visit to Johor Bahru City Square while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Central District?

Based on our traveler data, St. Giles Southkey is one of the top choices for your stay in Central District. This hotel offers an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Other good choices for your stay in the area include Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru and Atelier Hotel Johor Bahru .

How many hotels will I find in the Central District area?

Expedia has 466 hotels and other accommodations in Central District to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Johor Bahru area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Central District, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best options available in Central District.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Central District?

For additional details about updating your trip to Central District or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/ .

What is there to do in this Johor Bahru neighborhood?

Looking for a little shopping break? A shopping trip to Johor Bahru City Square, Holiday Plaza, and KSL City Mall might be just the ticket while you're in Central District. As you're discovering the neighborhood, Plaza Pelangi and Komtar JBCC are some other places worth a visit. Tan Sri Hassan Yunus Stadium, Johor Bahru Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine Complex, and Johor Golf and Country Club are just a few of the places to visit in and around Central District. While you're out sightseeing, The Mall and Sultan Ibrahim Building are a couple of additional sights to visit in Johor Bahru.

How can I get around Central District and the greater Johor Bahru area?

If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at JB Sentral.

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A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, a small pool, and surrounding greenery.

1. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

Central District

Alfred

￥13,453 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A modern living room with a sofa, a TV, and a pool view.

2. KSL Hotel & Resort

Central District

Tang Mui Rachel

￥8,519 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and a glass ceiling overlooking the ocean.

3. Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

Central District

"Fantastic location and comfortable stay! The location of this hotel is unbeatable—it’s right next to Komtar JBCC and City Square, making shopping and dining incredibly convenient, especially after crossing CIQ. The room was spotless, modern, and quiet with a very comfortable bed. Check-in and check-out were smooth, and the front desk staff were friendly and efficient throughout our stay. The breakfast buffet had a great spread with plenty of variety. Would definitely stay here again on my next...

Albee

￥15,381 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A rooftop bar with outdoor seating, a city view, and a bar area with bottles and glasses.

4. Amari Johor Bahru

Central District

ShengJia

￥14,984 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and greenery, offering a city view.

5. St. Giles Southkey

Central District

Dacheng

￥17,644 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern restaurant with a central bar, multiple dining tables, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

6. Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Central District

Nicole Jia Hui

￥15,025 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign and a well-lit entrance.

7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

Central District

Abdul Ghani

￥9,908 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern dining area with a green wall, wooden tables, and chairs.

8. Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru

Central District

Junchi

￥8,986 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

9. Holiday Villa Johor Bahru City Centre

Central District

Amanda

￥11,639 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a flat-screen TV.

10. R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ

Central District

KAI JIN

￥7,632 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of the city, and a ceiling fan.

11. Space Residency by A----Walk 100m to KSL

Central District

Rika

￥6,001 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A high-rise hotel with a modern glass facade, multiple floors, and a prominent signage at the top.

12. New York Hotel

Central District

Nur Farra Saadah

￥7,949 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a city view.

13. Sheraton Johor Bahru

Central District

Cristal Su Yin

￥23,385 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A rooftop swimming pool with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a glass-enclosed area with seating.

14. TROVE Johor Bahru

Central District

Seng-Hoe

￥12,213 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A modern dining area with tables set for meals, a large window offering a city view, and a potted plant adding greenery.

15. Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

Central District

Andrew

￥10,466 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A master bedroom with a large window, a bed, a bedside table, and a lamp.

16. KSL Residence

Central District

YIN LIAN

￥14,729 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, a chair, and a view of the cityscape.

17. Novotel Johor Bahru City Centre

Central District

JULIA

￥15,417 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel lobby with a check-in counter, seating area, and a 'WELCOME' mat.

18. Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

Central District

Tan

￥6,063 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A grand staircase with ornate metal railings and a series of illuminated ceiling lights.

19. Berjaya Waterfront Hotel

Central District

RICHARD

￥8,415 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and a chair. There is a window with a view of buildings.

20. Crystal Crown Hotel

Central District

Anonymous traveler

￥7,704 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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Compare popular hotels in Central District

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Space Residency by A----Walk 100m to KSL	5.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 114 reviews	View
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 185 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG	4.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 777 reviews	View
Amari Johor Bahru	5.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View

Where to stay in Central District

Find the best Central District areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Central District

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Bukit Indah

Bukit Indah is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Aeon Mall Bukit Indah, a top place to visit in the area.

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Sekudai

Unique features of Sekudai include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Sutera Mall or Hutan Bandar MPJBT while you're exploring the area.

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Taman Century

If you're spending some time in Taman Century, KSL City Mall and Holiday Plaza are top sights worth seeing.

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Taman Abad

While Taman Abad isn't home to many top sights, Johor Bahru City Square and KSL City Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Kempas

Kempas might not have many top sights, but Paradigm Mall Johor Bahru and Sutera Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Top Central District Hotel Reviews

St. Giles Southkey

8/10 Good

"Comfortable stay. Happy to visit again"

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The 2-room suite (for 4 of us) was smaller than I expected but is comfortable and clean. The staff at the counter were most supportive, helping us with Touch n go related requests, among others. Location was easy to find, and is accessible without being in a crowded area. Breakfast is moderately good, there were better options on the 2nd day for vegetarians."

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic location and comfortable stay! The location of this hotel is unbeatable—it’s right next to Komtar JBCC and City Square, making shopping and dining incredibly convenient, especially after crossing CIQ. The room was spotless, modern, and quiet with a very comfortable bed. Check-in and check-out were smooth, and the front desk staff were friendly and efficient throughout our stay. The breakfast buffet had a great spread with plenty of variety. Would definitely stay here again on my next trip to JB!"

Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru

10/10 Excellent

"We love staying at Grand Paragon Hotel and visit almost every month. It is a very child-friendly hotel, which makes it perfect for our family. The rooms are clean and comfortable, the staff are warm and welcoming, and the breakfast has a good variety. The air conditioning is great, and our children always enjoy their stay. It feels like a home away from home for us, and we always look forward to coming back. Highly recommended for families with children! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"

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1. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

2. KSL Hotel & Resort

3. Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

4. Amari Johor Bahru

5. St. Giles Southkey

6. Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

8. Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru

9. Holiday Villa Johor Bahru City Centre

10. R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ

11. Space Residency by A----Walk 100m to KSL

12. New York Hotel

13. Sheraton Johor Bahru

14. TROVE Johor Bahru

15. Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

16. KSL Residence

17. Novotel Johor Bahru City Centre

18. Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

19. Berjaya Waterfront Hotel

20. Crystal Crown Hotel

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Bukit Indah

Sekudai

Taman Century

Taman Abad

Kempas

Top Central District Hotel Reviews

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