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 ฿1,558 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿1,558
฿1,765 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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! (1,014 reviews)
"Great location, link to a mall. Room is ok except the shower head which could not be adjusted. So when showering, the water sprayed all over."

Reviewed on 12 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 ฿3,252 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿3,252
฿3,594 total
10 Aug - 11 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)
"Conveniently located laterally in the mall. Jake going out of the property though so plan departure times well."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

St. Giles Southkey
Amari Johor Bahru

Amari Johor Bahru

5 out of 5
No. 82C, Jalan Trus Johor Bahru Johor
The price is ฿3,357 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
฿3,357
฿4,043 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Staff communicat"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Amari 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 ฿5,224 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
฿5,224
฿5,724 total
16 Jul - 17 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
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 ฿3,036 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
฿3,036
฿3,664 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Room was very dusty. Coughed and sneezed when i entered and stayed for awhile"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
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 ฿3,241 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
฿3,241
฿3,933 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
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! (764 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay here very much. It was conveniently located next an indoor shopping area. Loved the bathroom toiletries and robe that were provided. We ordered room service two nights and it was delicious and quick! If we were ever in JB again, I wouldn't hesitate to book here."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 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.

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