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, KSL Hotel & Resort is one of the top choices for your stay in Central District. This resort is steps from KSL City Mall, and offers a water park and a restaurant. Other good choices for your stay in the area include St. Giles Southkey and DoubleTree by Hilton 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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1. Holiday Villa Johor Bahru City Centre

Central District

Derrick

NT$2,254 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

2 BR PREMIER (PRIVATE POOL B) 1K,1Q (Check in at D'Esplanade Residence) | Living area | LCD TV

2. KSL Hotel & Resort

Central District

Setmar

NT$1,794 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

3. St. Giles Southkey

Central District

Precilla

NT$3,792 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

4. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

Central District

Natasha

NT$2,899 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers

5. Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

Central District

Poomahdevi

NT$3,218 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

6. Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Central District

Arnel

NT$3,338 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

7. Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru

Central District

Gerald Cheng Hock

NT$2,138 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

Central District

Abdul Ghani

NT$2,084 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

9. New York Hotel

Central District

Nur Farra Saadah

NT$1,546 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Luxury Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Balcony, Sea View | Living area | Flat-screen TV

10. JB City Shopping Mall Apartment

Central District

Mohamad Dali

NT$1,328 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

Executive Studio (Newly Renovated) | View from room

11. Crystal Crown Hotel

Central District

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NT$1,530 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Luxury Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, City View | Hypo-allergenic bedding available, memory foam beds, blackout drapes

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

Central District

Rika

NT$1,421 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

13. Sheraton Johor Bahru

Central District

Vincent

NT$5,617 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Basic Apartment, Non Smoking, City View | Living area | Flat-screen TV

14. Twin Galaxy

Central District

NT$3,266 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

15. TROVE Johor Bahru

Central District

Seng-Hoe

NT$1,930 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

16. The Straits Suites & Residences

Central District

NT$2,425 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

17. Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

Central District

Chin Sung

NT$976 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

18. Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

Central District

Faye

NT$2,195 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

Basic Apartment | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

19. KSL Residence

Central District

YIN LIAN

NT$3,006 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

20. Hotel O Villa De Rose

Central District

Abdul Rani

NT$431 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
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 172 reviews	View
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View
Amari Johor Bahru	5.0 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Sheraton Johor Bahru	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 68 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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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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Danga Bay

While visiting Danga Bay, you might make a stop by sights like Beletime Danga Bay and Danga Bay Park.

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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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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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Top Central District Hotel Reviews

St. Giles Southkey

8/10 Good

"Room is clean, gym is spacious with sufficient equipment to use. However, treadmill was quite wonky which can be dangerous. Will be good for staff to take a look at the treadmill and have regular maintenance. Buffet spread was good but could have more varieties. Overall the room was clean and nice, spacious and extremely comfortable"

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

10/10 Excellent

"The unit is managed by The Avery Management located on 2nd floor next to Tower A Lift Lobby. The Avery Management staff are young friendly & helpful, They are willing to go the extra to help. Space Residency is well located. Will revommend to consider units maanged by Avery Management."

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Just next to CIQ. Will be glad that you are so close to the customs and can just dump the bag before going to shop in KSL or Southkey. In July 2026 the City Square is undergoing renovations so there is not much to shop so take note of that. Everything should be back to normal when the new MRT station opens that links to Singapore. The hotel is modern, new and very welcoming. Did not have breakfast at the hotel but went to the old town to have my nasi lemak and hainanese coffee."

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1. Holiday Villa Johor Bahru City Centre

2. KSL Hotel & Resort

3. St. Giles Southkey

4. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

5. Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

6. Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

7. Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

9. New York Hotel

10. JB City Shopping Mall Apartment

11. Crystal Crown Hotel

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

13. Sheraton Johor Bahru

14. Twin Galaxy

15. TROVE Johor Bahru

16. The Straits Suites & Residences

17. Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

18. Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

19. KSL Residence

20. Hotel O Villa De Rose

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Where to stay in Central District

Bukit Indah

Sekudai

Danga Bay

Austin Heights

Taman Abad

Top Central District Hotel Reviews

St. Giles Southkey

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