8 best hotels in Jakarta, Indonesia’s City Lovers

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Posted On : November 21, 2022 By Safina Widya

Looking for the best hotels in Jakarta?

Some of you might only know that Jakarta is a capital city of Indonesia.

But it’s actually more than just that.

It’s a melting pot of all the people around Indonesia, with different cultures, values, and all.

Be it for holiday, business trip or a simple staycation for the locals, Jakarta is the place that you have to visit when you are in Indonesia.

Whether it’s your first time or not and looking for hotels in Jakarta, let us recommend you some of the best hotels Jakarta that’s offering the most convenience during your stay.


 

1. The Langham Jakarta

If you’re coming to Jakarta to see enjoy its nightlife and city lights, staying in their Jakarta’s business district will be the best idea.

Jakarta’s financial centre, Sudirman Central Business District (SCBD), a vibrant hub for high-end shopping and entertainment,

might be the best location for hotels in Jakarta to strive, just like The Langham Jakarta.

Even though it is 90 minutes from the airport (if the traffic was bad), SCBD is really the centre of Jakarta.

Around SCBD, there’s a plethora options of shopping malls for city lovers with ample amount of food options.


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The Langham, offering refined and elegant style of Jakarta with Italian marble floors and towering columns,

ultra-luxe furnishings and fittings, vast windows and classical design elements that brings the timelessness to the spaces.

It is the perfect place for those looking for an exquisite urban getaway.

The hotel’s vastness of facilities allows you to stay within the hotel all weekend without feeling bored;

from seeing Jakarta’s skyline, spa and sauna rooms, infinity pool, as well as outdoor garden.


The Langham Jakarta - Room The Langham Jakarta - Pool
What’s special about this hotel is they are bringing British concept to the city of Jakarta, with the hotel’s famous pink car parked just right in front of the lobby.

And the Langham Club that could be upgraded which offers private check-in and check-out, all day dining options from breakfast to evening cocktails.

 

The Langham Jakarta

Room rates start from Rp3,630,000 (approximately $230)

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2. Raffles Jakarta

For all the food-lovers where one of your main objective for travelling is to try all the good food in indonesia,

if you’re looking for a place that’s surrounded by coffeeshops and restaurants in the posh area,

Raffles Jakarta is the perfect place for you. located in the Mega Kuningan area,

which bustles with business crowds on weekdays and families on weekends,

the hotel is conveniently located just right beside a mall.

From this hotels Jakarta Pusat, you can get to the middle of the city and access Jakarta’s nightlife which located just right by the area easily.

Related: Where to have unforgettable nights out in Jakarta.


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It might a little bit hard for you to get around especially with the traffic at peak time, but staycation in Raffles might be worth it all.

It is unlikely to get butlers in hotels in Jakarta, but This hotels Jakarta known for its personalised service,

which you will get dedicated butlers who you can communicate regularly through WhatsApp during your stay.

The hotel also highlights its sleek, futuristic spa include a hydrotherapy shower experience, facial mapping technology,

outdoor space with three tennis courts, a fitness center, Hendra Gunawan-inspired garden,

and a compact appointment-only museum dedicated to Hendra Gunawan’s life and work of the artists.


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Since the hotel’s interiors are inspired by Hendra Gunawan’s art, room interior also borrow colours and forms from Gunawan’s work.

Neutral furnishings and marble floors in the spacious rooms made the standard room feels like suites,

with a floor-to-ceiling sliding door that could separate or combine the living area and the bedroom.

With a spacious bathroom that fits soaking tubs and minibars with caviar and champagne section,

Raffles Jakarta would enhance a luxurious staycation during your stay.

 

Raffles Jakarta

Room rates start from Rp3,600,000 (approximately $230)

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3. Hotel Indonesia Kempinski

If you’re looking for hotels in Jakarta that is very well located just right in the middle of Jakarta, and connected directly to a mall,

Hotel Indonesia Kempinski might be the perfect hotel in Jakarta that you’re looking for.

It is easily accessible with MRT and other public transportation like TransJakarta and Skytrain for aiport transfers.

The prime location of the hotel made most of all Jakarta’s tourist spot become accessible,

from National Museum of Indonesia that’s 10 minutes away by car, Istiqlal Mosque that’s the biggest mosque in Jakarta, etc.


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Photo souce Hotel Indonesia Kempinski

Just like any other Kempinski’s hotels, this hotel has iconic Lady in Red icon that’s presenting as a remarkable host and an enduring symbol of the finest European luxury hospitality.

And no difference with Hotel Indonesia’s Lady in Red who’s going to be super helpful and attentive during your stay.

There are several categories of accommodations at Kempinski;

Deluxe and Grand Deluxe rooms that’s suitable for holiday staycation.

The Ganesha Wing, which caters to high-end business travellers offers suites and bigger rooms plus Club Lounge that could be accessed in the seventh floor.


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You will be surprised by the hotel’s attentiveness, as they will provide complimentary cakes and canapes that can be enjoyed in all type of room the first time of check in.

The room is grand and luxurious, and even though situated in an old building but doesn’t show any kind of tear.

Its one of the hotels Jakarta Pusat offers that has several dining options within the property, and each has their own signature;

from OKU that offers Chef Kazuma Yazawa’s Japanese cuisine, Sky Pool Bar Café with their Wagyu beef burgers trademarks,

to Paulaner Brauhaus with onsite brewing and Bavarian delicacies.

 

Hotel Indonesia Kempinski

Rates start from Rp3,300,000 ($210)

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4. The Ritz-Carlton Jakarta, Mega Kuningan

Tucked in the center of an upmarket business districts that is ideal for many traveler who frequent in business trips,

it is also home to royalty, dignitaries and embassies,

The Ritz Carlton Jakarta exudes old-world opulence at every turn that will make you wowed.

Between the regal pillared entrance, the cavernous marble lobby and the welcoming staff,

The Ritz Carlton Jakarta would make you feel like an VIP the moment of entry.

With décor inspired by Indonesia’s ancient spice trade, rich hues are made with deep wood and Colonial-style accents to create an ambiance of abundance.


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Not only for business travelers, The Ritz Carlton is also a ideal stay for shopaholic, as it is connected directly to a mall

which could make your stay more convenience.

The room at Ritz always has their own standard, so does this Ritz.

The decoration is inspired by Indonesia’ rich spice heritage, which made a palette of saffron and cardamom that dominate the spacious bedrooms.

While the style may be construed as old-fashioned for some, the classic luxury trickles down to amenities such as the Illy espresso machine, wine-stocked minibar and 24-hour room service.


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The prime location of Ritz Carlton in the center of Sudirman Business District area would be a plus point, as it’s easy to get around the city.

Monas which Jakarta’s famous monument is only 10 minutes by car, GBK or the city’s stadium that has many sports activities in a walking distance.

 

The Ritz Carlton

Rate starts from Rp2,300,000 (approx. $150)

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5. The Gunawarman

As one of the premium hotels in Jakarta that’s located in South Jakarta, there are many things that The Gunawarman offers, especially its prime location.

It is surrounded by restaurants which you can pick, from Korean to Indian, the location covers it all.

Plus it is the center of Jakarta’s hottest spot for youngsters nowadays.

It is great for you who loves city style getaway in the middle of the city.


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The building imposed colonial style that stands proud in the central business district,

which had been lovely polished with finished parquet floors, wooden clad walls and antique furniture.

The minute you came into the lobby, you would feel like going into a luxurious history.

The same goes for the room;

However, slots are limited as The Gunawarman offers only 35 rooms that have many kind of different rooms that has different layouts and design,

that would make you wonder what’s in the store, which all are comes with stunning interior luxurious yet homey.

Related: what to do in Jakarta.


The Gunawarman - Room The Gunawarman - Room

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Within the hotel’s property which is not that big, made the facilities not very comprehensive.

But you can find a restaurant and a coffee stop within the property,

along with free dry cleaning, library, and hotels Jakarta airport that offers airport shuffle.

 

The Gunawarman

Rate starts from Rp2,300,000 (approx.. $146)

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6. The Hermitage

Situated in Menteng area, The Hermitage might be one of hotels Jakarta Pusat can offer that’s worth your time and money.

Menteng itself is an area that is known to be the dwellings of the rich and famous, which sometimes considered as Beverly Hills of Jakarta.

That is why the location itself is very exclusive and filled with beautiful tree-lined streets, grand fountains and excellent dining and entertainment options.

It also where several political figures grew up (like Barrack Obama), and where Jakarta’s history mostly taken place.


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The Hermitage, with a colonial style building emits elegance that blends naturally in the neighbourhood,

but still standout with its historical charm.

What makes this hotel unique is its history, which consist of an older Dutch colonial building and a modern interiors.

Not many hotels in Jakarta that offers historical value, thus as a history lover, you’d love the Hermitage.


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Walking into the lobby with hallways that full of historical paintings and patterns,

large staircase and corridors with wonderful decorations like giant colonial map of Menteng on the wall would make you feel like you’re walking back a century in time.

It is so beautifully decorated that you won’t realize that the building dates back to 1920, but still giving out an elegance of historical venue.

The room mainly decorated with classic beige, white and red with details of European culture.

Each rooms have their balcony where you can sit while drinking tea.


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As one of hotels in Jakarta that’s located in Jakarta Pusat, The Hermitage is easy to get around to.

You can find many restaurants surrounding the hotel, and easily get taxi.

This place is very close to Monas, and would take approximately 15 minutes by car.

Jalan Surabaya as in Pasar Menteng’s flea market area that sells a huge range of arts & crafts and vintage stuffs is only within walking distance.

 

The Hermitage

Rate starts from Rp3,084,000 (approximately $197)

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Related: Famous restaurants in Menteng

 

7. Keraton at The Plaza Jakarta

Ever dreamt of living in a palace? Keraton is a Javanese word for Palace, and this hotel is the perfect definition of it.

With its prime location and in Bundaran HI, this incredible hotels Jakarta Pusat has direct connection to the famous Plaza Indonesia, the most luxurious malls in Jakarta.

That adds up a subtle elegance of the hotel once more.

There are many things to do around the hotel, especially Jakarta’s landmarks and most exclusive shopping malls.


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As one of the Starwood’s Luxury Collection Hotel, the Keraton also has a sole purpose to provide its guests with a memorable experience of basking in its luxurious service and lavish lifestyle.

The Javanese Palace ambience (that means its name, the Keraton) could be easily felt the moment you step into the lobby,

with Javanese music that’s playing in distance and huge lobby with Javanese ornaments.

The room boasts the hotel’s luxuriousness, with high ceiling rooms that made the room even more spacious.

It has been sumptuously appointed in contemporary Indonesian style with exquisite bedding and palatial bathrooms.


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Keraton Jakarta

Rate starts from Rp2,890,000 (approximately $190)

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8. FM7 Resort Hotel

If you’re looking for one of the best hotels Jakarta airport, FM7 Resort Hotel might be the answer.

Even though it’s located very near to the airport, the hotel is not just another speed hotel that doesn’t take comfortableness and completeness into an account.


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Only located 2km away from the airport, this hotel also offers shuffle every hour to prioritize your convenience.

Starting from $40 a night, the room is very comfortable compared to other airport hotels, with floor-to-ceiling window which you could overlook their garden.

They also have ample facilities within the property, from sauna rooms to hot and cold pools, gyms, salon, sports bar, even karaoke rooms.


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FM7 Resort Hotel

Rate starts from Rp630,000 (approx. $40)

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