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.

Top Central District Hotels

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Our top choices for Central District hotels

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

1. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

Central District

Alfred

NT$2,604 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

2. KSL Hotel & Resort

Central District

Jasmine

NT$1,764 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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

NT$2,994 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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

4. St. Giles Southkey

Central District

Sharon

NT$4,060 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

5. Holiday Villa Johor Bahru City Centre

Central District

Amanda

NT$2,268 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

6. Amari Johor Bahru

Central District

ShengJia

NT$3,040 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

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

7. Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Central District

Nicole Jia Hui

NT$3,359 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

8. Sheraton Johor Bahru

Central District

Cristal Su Yin

NT$4,795 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.

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

Central District

Abdul Ghani

NT$2,022 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

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

Lim

NT$1,565 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

11. Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru

Central District

Junchi

NT$1,868 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

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

Central District

Jaime

NT$1,248 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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

13. New York Hotel

Central District

Nur Farra Saadah

NT$1,630 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

NT$2,429 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

15. Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

Central District

Tan

NT$1,430 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

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

16. Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

Central District

Andrew

NT$2,275 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

17. KSL Residence

Central District

YIN LIAN

NT$2,826 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A dining table set with multiple wine glasses, a vase with flowers, and neatly arranged cutlery.

18. Novotel Johor Bahru City Centre

Central District

JULIA

NT$3,286 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

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

19. Crystal Crown Hotel

Central District

Anonymous traveler

NT$1,573 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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

20. Berjaya Waterfront Hotel

Central District

RICHARD

NT$1,610 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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Compare popular hotels in Central District

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Space Residency by A----Walk 100m to KSL	5.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 115 reviews	View
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 191 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG	4.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 778 reviews	View
Amari Johor Bahru	5.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View

Where to stay in Central District

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

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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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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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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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Austin Heights

While there might not be top attractions in Austin Heights, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Austin Heights Water & Adventure Park and Austin Hills Country Club.

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Setia Tropika

While Setia Tropika might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Paradigm Mall Johor Bahru and Austin Hills Country Club.

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Top Central District Hotel Reviews

St. Giles Southkey

8/10 Good

"All good except the breakfast. The buffet breakfast end at 10.30am but some food ran out at 9.30am and was told by kitchen staff that there is not top up/refill. Also saw a tiny cockroach on the serving counter and informed kitchen staff but they take it lightly and did not act immediately. Disappointed as they mentioned that they are one of the best …"