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

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

Central District

Rika

₩62,672 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

2. Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

Central District

Faye

₩90,408 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

3. Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Central District

Arnel

₩147,233 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

4. Amari Johor Bahru

Central District

Noelle Jin Ci

₩143,405 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

5. Suasana JB Central by TPL

Central District

Farooq

₩80,600 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

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

6. Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

Central District

Poomahdevi

₩142,282 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

Central District

Natasha

₩124,475 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

8. Atelier Hotel Johor Bahru

Central District

Doris

₩54,982 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

Central District

Abdul Ghani

₩94,843 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

10. Z Hotel Johor

Central District

Mona

₩74,991 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

11. Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

Central District

Chin Sung

₩62,290 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

12. Holiday Villa Johor Bahru City Centre

Central District

Derrick

₩99,222 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

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

13. JB City Shopping Mall Apartment

Central District

Mohamad Dali

₩58,601 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

14. New York Hotel

Central District

Nur Farra Saadah

₩68,129 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

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

15. KSL Hotel & Resort

Central District

Setmar

₩77,563 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

Executive Studio (Newly Renovated) | View from room

16. Crystal Crown Hotel

Central District

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₩69,326 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

17. TROVE Johor Bahru

Central District

Seng-Hoe

₩89,461 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

18. Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru

Central District

Samsiah

₩94,305 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 20 - Aug 21

19. St. Giles Southkey

Central District

Precilla

₩167,630 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

20. Twin Galaxy Residences

Central District

choo wee

₩70,321 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

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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 103 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 171 reviews	View
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Sheraton Johor Bahru	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 66 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 Danga Bay Park and Beletime Danga Bay.

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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

Novotel Johor Bahru City Centre

8/10 Good

"The location of the property is near and convenient to get around to nearby places. Sound insulation for room isn't great. Noise could be heard quite clearly from people talking and the aircon or fan humming."

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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Our top choices for Central District hotels

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

2. Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

3. Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

4. Amari Johor Bahru

5. Suasana JB Central by TPL

6. Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

8. Atelier Hotel Johor Bahru

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

10. Z Hotel Johor

11. Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

12. Holiday Villa Johor Bahru City Centre

13. JB City Shopping Mall Apartment

14. New York Hotel

15. KSL Hotel & Resort

16. Crystal Crown Hotel

17. TROVE Johor Bahru

18. Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru

19. St. Giles Southkey

20. Twin Galaxy Residences

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Where to stay in Central District

Bukit Indah

Sekudai

Danga Bay

Austin Heights

Taman Abad

Top Central District Hotel Reviews

Novotel Johor Bahru City Centre

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