Your stay — Jebel market
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The Property — Jebel market
The Jebel market feels like a functional base camp rather than a destination hotel. Its lobby is spare and tiled, with a small reception desk and a handful of plastic chairs—it’s the kind of place you pass through quickly. The main draw is location: it’s right next to Jebel Market, Juba’s main commercial strip, so you can step out to buy phone credit, street food, or a SIM card. It suits budget travellers and aid workers who need a clean, secure bed for one or two nights and plan to spend their day seeing the city.
Chronicles of Juba
Juba was founded in the 1920s as a small trading post on the west bank of the White Nile. After Sudan’s independence in 1956 it grew slowly, then exploded in size after the 2005 peace agreement when it became the de facto capital of Southern Sudan. Civil war from 2013 to 2018 destroyed many buildings and displaced huge numbers of people; reconstruction has been patchy and much of the city still looks like a sprawling construction site. Today Juba is the national capital of South Sudan, a dusty, energetic place where tarred roads abruptly turn to dirt and UN convoys share potholed streets with minibuses. Its architecture is a mix of colonial-era bungalows, concrete block flats, and unfinished shells—a visual record of its turbulent modern history.
Best Time to Visit
Full Juba guide →Best months
December to February: the driest months, with daytime highs around 35°C and very little rain. Humidity is lowest then, and the city is at its most functional—fewer flooded roads and shorter queues at the airport.
Peak / festival surge
Easter weekend (late March/April) is the busiest period, when many NGO and diplomatic staff take leave and flights fill up. Hotel prices across the city, including the Jebel market, can double. The main event is the Juba Marathon in April, which draws a modest crowd of expats and visiting athletes.
Budget shoulder season
May and September: the rain has not yet peaked, so afternoons are still manageable, and you get quieter accommodation. Prices drop by about 20% compared to peak. Roads are passable, unlike in the July–August monsoon.
Weather & packing
July in Juba is the heart of the wet season: expect heavy, short downpours most afternoons and humidity above 70%. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and a pair of quick-dry trousers—cotton jeans stay wet for hours.
Live City Briefing — Juba
- The Juba-Nimule road has been partially resurfaced, but expect delays from ongoing work near the South Sudan–Uganda border checkpoint.
- A new weekly market, 'Juba Night Bazaar', has started operating Friday evenings near the university—good for local crafts and grilled fish.
- The Juba City Council has enforced a traffic diversion around the Freedom Bridge until September due to repair work; plan extra 15 minutes for trips to the airport.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Jebel market, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor at the rear of the building (away from Juba's main street). These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level street noise but still below the roof, which can get hot. The rear side overlooks the quieter courtyard or neighbouring plots, not the main road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (especially those facing the street) as they catch dust, motorbike noise, and foot traffic from the market area. Also skip top-floor rooms under a flat roof — Juba's heat makes them stuffy without strong AC, and they may leak during rains.
Best views
Best view is from a rear-facing room on floor 2 or 3 — you see the local neighbourhood rooftops and occasional acacia trees, not the dusty main road or market chaos.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 and 3 — far enough from street level and lift lobby activity, with fewer passers-by than the ground floor.
🔊 Noise notes
Expect street noise from Juba's main road: honking, heavy trucks, motorcycle taxis (boda-bodas), and market trade. The hotel's own generator kicks in during power cuts (common in Juba) and runs behind the building from early morning. Friday prayers from nearby mosques are audible.
Insider tips
1. Check the AC unit in your room on arrival — in Juba's climate, a weak unit makes a 3-star hotel room unbearable. Request a room that's been recently serviced. 2. If you're driving, ask for a rear-facing ground-floor room near the small car park (safer overnight than street parking). Otherwise, ignore the 'free parking' offer — it's just a patch of dirt with no shade.
- 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 — Jebel market
Free basic WiFi (up to 5 Mbps) in lobby only; no password, open network. No paid upgrade.
No lift. Single-storey building; all rooms ground-floor accessed by steps.
No complimentary printed or digital newspapers. Property is a basic market-side lodge with no business facilities.
Standard check-in 14:00, check-out 12:00. Early bag drop allowed. Late check-out until 18:00 costs 50% of nightly rate, after 18:00 full night charged.
Free for guests on check-in/out day; long-term storage not available.
Step-free access to main entrance and lobby; rooms reachable via ramps. No accessible bathrooms or grab rails. Limited wheelchair manoeuvrability in narrow corridors.
On-site unsecured parking free for guests, first-come first-served, no valet. Nearest public car park is Juba Town parking lot, about 500 m north, cost 1,000 SSP per night (no attendant after 20:00). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; incidental hold of 50 USD (approx 60,000 SSP) at check-in via card or cash
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Nyakuron Exhibition Center — 2.6 km · ~32 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
KCB Bank — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →South Sudanese Pound, SSP
Change money at forex bureaux in Juba Town or use informal street changers — avoid the airport where rates are poor.
Cards rarely accepted outside major hotels; bring enough SSP cash for most purchases.
Not expected in taxis or street stalls; a 5-10% tip at mid-range restaurants is appreciated by waitstaff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Street-side instant coffee with condensed milk from kiosks — about SSP 200-300.
A plate of beans and chapati from a roadside stall — around SSP 1,000.
Grilled meat skewers with bread at a local eatery — roughly SSP 1,500-2,000 for a main.
Konyokonyo Market has stalls selling fried fish, samosas, and fresh fruits.
The Juba Market area has small dukas (shops) for basic goods; no large supermarket chains here.
Second-hand clothes are sold at Konyokonyo and Juba Town markets—good for bargains.
Minibus (boda-boda) rides within Juba cost about SSP 500-1,000 per journey; taxis from the airport into town are around SSP 3,000-5,000.
Buy street food at markets instead of restaurants; negotiate fares with boda-boda drivers; stock up at the market rather than petrol stations.
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 Jebel market
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · KCB Bank — 1.3 km · ~16 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 Jebel market?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor at the rear of the building (away from Juba's main street). These floors are high enough to avoid ground-level street noise but still below the roof, which can get hot. The rear side overlooks the quieter courtyard or neighbouring plots, not the main road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Jebel market?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (especially those facing the street) as they catch dust, motorbike noise, and foot traffic from the market area. Also skip top-floor rooms under a flat roof — Juba's heat makes them stuffy without strong AC, and they may leak during rains.
Is Jebel market noisy?
Expect street noise from Juba's main road: honking, heavy trucks, motorcycle taxis (boda-bodas), and market trade. The hotel's own generator kicks in during power cuts (common in Juba) and runs behind the building from early morning. Friday prayers from nearby mosques are audible.
Which rooms have the best views at Jebel market?
Best view is from a rear-facing room on floor 2 or 3 — you see the local neighbourhood rooftops and occasional acacia trees, not the dusty main road or market chaos.
What are insider tips for staying at Jebel market?
1. Check the AC unit in your room on arrival — in Juba's climate, a weak unit makes a 3-star hotel room unbearable. Request a room that's been recently serviced. 2. If you're driving, ask for a rear-facing ground-floor room near the small car park (safer overnight than street parking). Otherwise, ignore the 'free parking' offer — it's just a patch of dirt with no shade.
What time is check-in at Jebel market?
Check-in at Jebel market is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Jebel market have Wi-Fi?
Free basic WiFi (up to 5 Mbps) in lobby only; no password, open network. No paid upgrade.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Jebel market?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Jebel market?
A plate of beans and chapati from a roadside stall — around SSP 1,000.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Jebel market?
Minibus (boda-boda) rides within Juba cost about SSP 500-1,000 per journey; taxis from the airport into town are around SSP 3,000-5,000.
When is the best time to visit Juba?
December to February: the driest months, with daytime highs around 35°C and very little rain. Humidity is lowest then, and the city is at its most functional—fewer flooded roads and shorter queues at the airport.
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.