Central District

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

Johor Bahru City Square

8.2/10 (1,327 reviews)
You can search for that perfect souvenir with a trip to Johor Bahru City Square, a popular shopping spot in Bandar Johor Bahru. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

P139
per traveler
eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package
Singapore Night Safari E-Ticket

Night Safari Admission Ticket

P2,994
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Night Safari Admission Ticket
JDT Hummer Tour

Johor Bahru: Explore the Best of JDT with the Hummer Tour

P479
per adult
Johor Bahru: Explore the Best of JDT with the Hummer Tour
2-Hr Bag Painting - Leather Paint

2-Hr Bag Painting - Leather Paint

P3,363
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
2-Hr Bag Painting - Leather Paint
Johor Darul Ta'zim: Experience the Magic of Lego at Legoland Malaysia

Malaysia : LEGOLAND Malaysia Resort Entry Ticket

P1,290
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Malaysia : LEGOLAND Malaysia Resort Entry Ticket
Dinner @ The Courtyard

Dinner @ The Courtyard (Formerly Ulu Ulu Dinner)

P1,583
per adult
Dinner @ The Courtyard (Formerly Ulu Ulu Dinner)
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Top hotels in Central District

St. Giles Southkey

St. Giles Southkey

3 out of 5
1 Persiaran Southkey 1 Johor Bahru Johor
The price is P7,113 per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
P7,113
P7,835 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
St. Giles Southkey
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

4 out of 5
Menara Tiga Serangkai Johor Bahru Johor
The price is P5,860 per night from Sep 30 to Oct 1
P5,860
P6,482 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
Atelier Hotel Johor Bahru

Atelier Hotel Johor Bahru

3 out of 5
149 Jalan Sri Pelangi Johor Bahru Johor
The price is P2,162 per night from Sep 30 to Oct 1
P2,162
P2,704 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Johor Bahru City Square ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (162 reviews)
"Good but wall can be thin other then that is spacious and bath tub is amazing"

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2026

Atelier Hotel Johor Bahru
Amari Johor Bahru

Amari Johor Bahru

5 out of 5
No. 82C, Jalan Trus Johor Bahru Johor
The price is P4,846 per night from Oct 22 to Oct 23
P4,846
P5,871 total
Oct 22 - Oct 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"hotel is well maintained. convenient location and good surrounding environment."

Reviewed on Sep 25, 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 P9,958 per night from Sep 30 to Oct 1
P9,958
P10,908 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Johor Bahru City Square and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (73 reviews)
"Room clean, service excellent, breakfast is good and food are delicious."

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2026

Sheraton Johor Bahru
KSL Hotel & Resort

KSL Hotel & Resort

4 out of 5
33 Jalan Seladang, Taman Abad Johor Bahru Johor
The price is P2,850 per night from Oct 13 to Oct 14
P2,850
P3,231 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly resort in Johor Bahru. Enjoy free WiFi, water park access (surcharge), and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Checked in went up to the room and the the door can’t be opened cuz the lock’s battery was flat . Went back down to the reception , told the girl and she asked one of the bellboy to go fix the lock . Took his own sweet time , I told him I was i a rush . Went up he changed the batteries , and said ..."

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2026

KSL Hotel & Resort
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Where to stay in Central District

Find the best Central District areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A residential area with houses and trees during sunset.
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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.

A grand building with a central dome and four tall towers, surrounded by greenery and modern high-rises in the background.

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.

A grand building with a central dome and four tall towers, surrounded by greenery and modern high-rises in the background.

Taman Century

If you're spending some time in Taman Century, KSL City Mall and Holiday Plaza are top sights worth seeing.

A colorful walkway with a painted fence, a bench, and a sign welcoming visitors to Zoo Johor.

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.

A grand building with a central dome and four tall towers, surrounded by greenery and modern high-rises in the background.

Kempas

Kempas might not have many top sights, but Paradigm Mall Johor Bahru and Sutera Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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