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 Atelier Hotel Johor Bahru and Amari Johor Bahru .

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

Expedia has 468 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. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

Central District

Natasha

₩118,794 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

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

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

Central District

Rika

₩59,943 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

3. Amari Johor Bahru

Central District

Noelle Jin Ci

₩125,863 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

4. Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Central District

Arnel

₩140,821 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

5. Atelier Hotel Johor Bahru

Central District

Doris

₩58,744 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

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

6. JB City Shopping Mall Apartment

Central District

Mohamad Dali

₩56,048 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

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

7. Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

Central District

Poomahdevi

₩140,929 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

8. Suasana JB Central by TPL

Central District

Farooq

₩102,970 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

9. New York Hotel

Central District

Nur Farra Saadah

₩61,713 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

10. Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru

Central District

Anna

₩75,719 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

11. St. Giles Southkey

Central District

Precilla

₩166,809 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

12. Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

Central District

Faye

₩109,167 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

13. Holiday Villa Johor Bahru City Centre

Central District

Derrick

₩95,094 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds | Iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

14. Novotel Johor Bahru City Centre

Central District

JIN YUAN

₩127,341 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

15. Space Residency Premier Suites Johor Bahru

Central District

Justin

₩44,037 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

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

16. KSL Hotel & Resort

Central District

Tang Mui Rachel

₩73,950 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

Grand Suite | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

17. Atelier Hotel Abiad Johor Bahru

Central District

Jolyn

₩66,413 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

Central District

Abdul Ghani

₩92,691 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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

19. KSL Residence

Central District

YIN LIAN

₩134,130 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

20. Twin Galaxy Residences

Central District

choo wee

₩72,291 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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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 106 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 174 reviews	View
Sheraton Johor Bahru	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 70 reviews	View
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 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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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 Pelangi

While there might not be top attractions in Taman Pelangi, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Johor Bahru City Square and Plaza Pelangi.

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Top Central District Hotel Reviews

Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru

8/10 Good

"Food court behind the hotel. It’s a short distance from Plaza Pelangi."

Holiday Villa Johor Bahru City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Everything about the hotel is beyond my expectations except for a minor flaw in the short shower hose. Location wise is perfect for exploring local delicacy and needless to say, variety of amazing shops in KSL mall. Highly recommended. My booking was inclusive of good breakfast and free parking."

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. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

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

3. Amari Johor Bahru

4. Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

5. Atelier Hotel Johor Bahru

6. JB City Shopping Mall Apartment

7. Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

8. Suasana JB Central by TPL

9. New York Hotel

10. Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru

11. St. Giles Southkey

12. Shama Suasana Johor Bahru

13. Holiday Villa Johor Bahru City Centre

14. Novotel Johor Bahru City Centre

15. Space Residency Premier Suites Johor Bahru

16. KSL Hotel & Resort

17. Atelier Hotel Abiad Johor Bahru

18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

19. KSL Residence

20. Twin Galaxy Residences

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Where to stay in Central District

Bukit Indah

Sekudai

Danga Bay

Austin Heights

Taman Pelangi

Top Central District Hotel Reviews

Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru

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