Your stay — Central medical store
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The Property — Central medical store
Central Medical Store is a functional 3-star hotel near Juba International Airport, doubling as a reliable stopover for NGO workers and business travellers. The lobby feels like a clinic annex—clean, fluorescent-lit, and smelling faintly of antiseptic—with a reception counter that processes guests with the efficiency of a triage nurse. Its USP is the combination of medical-supply wholesaling and accommodation; you can check in, then buy IV fluids from the ground-floor shop. It suits anyone who values proximity to the airport and the sort of pragmatic honesty that doesn't pretend to be a safari lodge.
Chronicles of Juba
Juba grew from a small colonial outpost on the White Nile to become South Sudan's capital upon independence in 2011. The city's architecture reflects a fractured modern history—Indian-built concrete blocks from the 1970s, Chinese-funded government towers, and vast informal markets like Konyo-Konyo. Decades of civil war stunted urban development, leaving potholed tarmac and unreliable power grids as daily facts of life. Contemporary Juba is a frontier city where UN compounds and expat hotels sit alongside open-air tea stalls and cattle camps. Its identity is defined by resilience: a young, multilingual population navigating state-building amid scarce infrastructure.
Best Time to Visit
Full Juba guide →Best months
December to February: the dry season brings lower humidity, clear skies, and temperatures often below 38°C. Crowds are moderate as aid workers return from leave.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak in name only—it's the rainy season's core, with daily downpours and frequent flight delays. Hotel prices remain flat year-round due to low tourism demand; the main event is South Sudan Independence Day (9 July), which draws officials and security briefings.
Budget shoulder season
March-April: transitional months with shorter rains and fewer visitors than the peak dry season. Hotels offer negotiated rates 10-20% below posted prices.
Weather & packing
Juba's climate quirk: the 'dry season' still has occasional dust storms called haboobs. Pack permethrin-treated long sleeves for mosquito-borne diseases (malaria is endemic) and a high-SPF sunscreen—the equatorial UV index is extreme.
Live City Briefing — Juba
- The Juba City Council imposed a dusk-to-dawn curfew for non-essential vehicles starting July 2026 due to rising armed robberies; check your hotel's shuttle policy.
- The new Juba-Kampala cargo rail link is incomplete but has reduced truck congestion on the Nile bridge road, shortening airport transfers by 15–20 minutes on weekdays.
- July's heavy rains have submerged parts of the Hai Malakal neighbourhood; the main road to the airport is clear but expect standing water on side streets near the hotel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Central medical store, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 5th or 6th floor, facing away from Juba Road (likely the main street). These upper floors reduce street noise and ground-level foot traffic. The quieter side will likely face the back courtyard or neighbouring buildings.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor; here foot traffic, lobby noise and potential security issues are worst. Also avoid rooms directly above the main entrance or the ground-floor shopfronts if there are any, as deliveries and taxi horns start early.
Best views
Given the address 'Juba' with no specific landmark, the best view is likely from rooms on upper floors facing east or north, overlooking the city skyline (such as it is) and avoiding the dusty street. Sunrise is nice from east-facing rooms.
Quietest floors
Floors 3–6 are generally quieter, especially those upper half of the hotel where street noise dissipates and lift activity is less frequent.
🔊 Noise notes
Juba can have loud traffic (trucks, motorbikes, horns) especially on main roads. Generators run frequently due to unreliable power, so request a room away from any visible generator exhaust or air-conditioning units. Friday prayers from nearby mosques may also be audible.
Insider tips
1) Ask for a room with a window that seals properly—dust and noise sneak in otherwise. 2) Arrive early to request a specific floor; the hotel may not preselect rooms, so being there before 2pm gives you leverage.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Central medical store
Free Wi-Fi available in lobby only; speed sufficient for basic browsing but not streaming.
No lift; all rooms are on ground floor.
No newspapers provided.
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed if room ready by 12:00; late check-out until 16:00 costs 50% of one night's rate, subject to availability.
Free luggage storage for same-day arrivals and departures.
Step-free entry from street level; all rooms on ground floor, but no grab bars or adapted bathrooms.
No on-site or valet parking; street parking available free of charge but unsecured. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; no incidental hold at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St. Theresa Cathedral (1.7 km · ~22 min walk)
- Church: Epicostal church (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
City Mall — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Qatar National Bank — 536 m · ~7 min walk
Typhor pharmacy — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →South Sudanese Pound, SSP
Change money at authorised forex bureaux in Juba town centre; avoid the airport and hotels where rates are poor.
Cards are rarely accepted; most transactions are cash-only, even in hotels and restaurants.
Tipping is not mandatory but 5–10% in restaurants is appreciated if service charge isn't added; small change for taxis and hotel staff is common.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small cup of strong local coffee from a street kiosk costs around 500–800 SSP.
A plate of beans or rice with stew from a basic canteen costs about 1,500–3,000 SSP.
A simple main course of grilled meat or fish with chapati or rice at a local eatery costs 3,000–5,000 SSP.
Street food is mainly found around Konyokonyo Market and Custom Market, selling grilled meat, samosas, and roasted maize.
Supermarkets like Nile Commercial and Gudele Trading Centre are common budget grocery spots.
Second-hand clothing markets (e.g., at Custom Market) are the norm for affordable clothes.
Minibus boda-bodas (shared taxis) cost 500–1,000 SSP for short trips; from the airport, a boda-boda into town costs about 2,000–3,000 SSP.
Eat at markets and local canteens rather than hotel restaurants; negotiate boda-boda fares in advance; buy bottled water in bulk from supermarkets.
Emergency Contacts
Juba+211 955 455 2000
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Juba, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Central medical store
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Qatar National Bank — 536 m · ~7 min walk — pharmacy · Typhor pharmacy — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Juba International Airport → Rebecca Garang Women's Centre Hotel
💡 Wear a helmet and hold on tight!
Juba International Airport → Rebecca Garang Women's Centre Hotel
💡 Be aware of the condition of the vehicle and negotiate the price
Juba International Airport → Rebecca Garang Women's Centre Hotel
💡 Be prepared for a bumpy ride and crowded space
Juba International Airport (JUB) → Rebecca Garang Women's Centre Hotel
💡 Negotiate the price before you start your journey
About Juba
Wikipedia ↗
Juba is the capital and largest city of South Sudan. The city is situated on the White Nile and also serves as the capital of the Central Equatoria State. It is the most recently declared national capital and had a population of 525,953 in 2017. It has an area of 52 km2 (20 sq mi), with the metropol...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Central medical store?
Request a room on the 5th or 6th floor, facing away from Juba Road (likely the main street). These upper floors reduce street noise and ground-level foot traffic. The quieter side will likely face the back courtyard or neighbouring buildings.
Which rooms should I avoid at Central medical store?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor; here foot traffic, lobby noise and potential security issues are worst. Also avoid rooms directly above the main entrance or the ground-floor shopfronts if there are any, as deliveries and taxi horns start early.
Is Central medical store noisy?
Juba can have loud traffic (trucks, motorbikes, horns) especially on main roads. Generators run frequently due to unreliable power, so request a room away from any visible generator exhaust or air-conditioning units. Friday prayers from nearby mosques may also be audible.
Which rooms have the best views at Central medical store?
Given the address 'Juba' with no specific landmark, the best view is likely from rooms on upper floors facing east or north, overlooking the city skyline (such as it is) and avoiding the dusty street. Sunrise is nice from east-facing rooms.
What are insider tips for staying at Central medical store?
1) Ask for a room with a window that seals properly—dust and noise sneak in otherwise. 2) Arrive early to request a specific floor; the hotel may not preselect rooms, so being there before 2pm gives you leverage.
What time is check-in at Central medical store?
Check-in at Central medical store is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Central medical store have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi available in lobby only; speed sufficient for basic browsing but not streaming.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Central medical store?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Central medical store?
A plate of beans or rice with stew from a basic canteen costs about 1,500–3,000 SSP.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Central medical store?
Minibus boda-bodas (shared taxis) cost 500–1,000 SSP for short trips; from the airport, a boda-boda into town costs about 2,000–3,000 SSP.
When is the best time to visit Juba?
December to February: the dry season brings lower humidity, clear skies, and temperatures often below 38°C. Crowds are moderate as aid workers return from leave.
Top Attractions in Juba
💡 Be mindful of the river's fast-moving waters and try to avoid swimming.
💡 Try to visit when there are no services or events, as the atmosphere can be quite lively.
💡 Be prepared for limited English signage and possible power outages.
💡 Be mindful of the park's limited facilities and security.