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.

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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 ฿1,685 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
฿1,685
฿1,985 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Room was fabulous. Hotel connects to shopping mall Bus stop right at the front of the hotel making it very easy to get around JB easy. Great location for food and transport. Will definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

KSL Hotel & Resort
St. Giles Southkey

St. Giles Southkey

3 out of 5
1 Persiaran Southkey 1 Johor Bahru Johor
The price is ฿3,208 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿3,208
฿3,630 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Rooms are clean and the reception staff is quite friendly. Many shops and restaurants are nearby the hotel because of the strategic Venice’s of mid valley Southkey shopping mall at the below of hotel. The only disappointing thing is the breakfast is far below our expectation in terms of management ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

St. Giles Southkey
Sheraton Johor Bahru

Sheraton Johor Bahru

4 out of 5
#05-01A, Menara SKS, Jalan Storey, Bukit Senyum Johor Bahru Johor
The price is ฿5,251 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿5,251
฿5,837 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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! (61 reviews)
"Great first-time experience staying at Sheraton Hotel JB! Everything feels new (literally lol), the hotel lobby smelt good and the staff were very friendly and helpful. We booked a twin room, and it was very spacious with 2 super single beds (or 2 small double beds), a small sofa + cushioned chair ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Sheraton Johor Bahru
Amari Johor Bahru

Amari Johor Bahru

5 out of 5
No. 82C, Jalan Trus Johor Bahru Johor
The price is ฿2,903 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
฿2,903
฿3,591 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Always a pleasure to stay at Amari. Nice, clean and staffs were always very welcoming. Thumbs up!!"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

Amari Johor Bahru
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 ฿3,052 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿3,052
฿3,766 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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 ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel 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 ฿1,429 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿1,429
฿1,708 total
26 Jul - 27 Jul
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! (164 reviews)
"Great accommodation and service"

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026

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

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.

Danga Bay

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

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.

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 KSL City Mall and Johor Bahru City Square.



Central District Travel Guide