Central District Travel Guide

Johor Bahru

A pelican standing on a railing by a green body of water with trees and buildings in the background.
A colorful walkway with a painted fence, a bench, and a sign welcoming visitors to Zoo Johor.
An outdoor dining area with round tables and wicker chairs, a stage with a 'Seafood Market' sign, and a modern building in the background.
A grand building with a sign reading "PEJABAT PENITABIRAN MASJID NEGERI MASJID SULTAN ABU BAKAR JOHOR BAHRU".
A red and yellow train with a steam engine, parked outdoors with trees and a modern building in the background.

Stay near popular Central District attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Central District

KSL Hotel & Resort

KSL Hotel & Resort

4 out of 5
33 Jalan Seladang, Taman Abad Johor Bahru Johor
The price is Rp884.396 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
Rp884.396
Rp999.102 total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly resort in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, water park access (surcharge) and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
KSL Hotel & Resort
St. Giles Southkey

St. Giles Southkey

3 out of 5
1 Persiaran Southkey 1 Johor Bahru Johor
The price is Rp1.915.510 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.915.510
Rp2.112.687 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"It’s linked to the mall."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2026

St. Giles Southkey
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

4 out of 5
01-02 Menara Landmark, No. 12 Johor Bahru Johor
The price is Rp1.331.803 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
Rp1.331.803
Rp1.615.481 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Johor Bahru. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Free parking, staff service excellent. Surrounding hotel under construction so location messy not so nice"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
Sheraton Johor Bahru

Sheraton Johor Bahru

4 out of 5
#05-01A, Menara SKS, Jalan Storey, Bukit Senyum Johor Bahru Johor
The price is Rp2.852.106 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
Rp2.852.106
Rp3.124.154 total
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Johor Bahru City Square and KSL City ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (66 reviews)
"Service was good and detailed even during breakfast the manager would come to say a few words and ask about our stay. However we came to only realise on the following day that the underneath of our blanket was actually quite dusty, something that we could not have spot it unless we turn it over (which ..."

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Sheraton Johor Bahru
R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ

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

4 out of 5
Jalan Tanjung Puteri 1, Phase 2 Johor Bahru Johor
The price is Rp761.500 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
Rp761.500
Rp866.374 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa apartment in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Johor Bahru City Square and KSL City Mall ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (171 reviews)
"Clean rooms! Customer Service is very helpful with fast replies. No complains. Will come back in the future."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

R&F Princess Cove by FUJU & 5mins to ClQ
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

4 out of 5
Jalan Tun Abdul Razak 80000 Johor Bahru
The price is Rp1.472.455 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
Rp1.472.455
Rp1.793.230 total
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (770 reviews)
"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 ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
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Where to stay in Central District

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

Bukit Indah

Visitors highly recommend Bukit Indah for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Aeon Mall Bukit Indah while you're in town.

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.

Danga Bay

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

Austin Heights

Austin Heights might not have many top sights, but Austin Heights Water & Adventure Park and Austin Hills Country Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Taman Abad

While Taman Abad may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Johor Bahru City Square and KSL City Mall.



Central District Travel Guide