Hotel Indonesia Kempinski Jakarta
Situated in the heart of the Indonesian capital adjacent to the iconic Bundaran HI monument, the Hotel Indonesia Kempinski Jakarta is an oasis for travellers and business people seeking reprieve from the bustling city. The luxury hotel remains as one of the most famous since its inauguration by the first Indonesian President Sukarno back in 1962. Don’t worry about ageing facilities though — the hotel has been brought to greater heights since its revamp completed in 2009.
Now part of the Kempinski luxury hotel group, the Jakarta iteration promises to deliver its world-class service and hospitality that include plush rooms, top-notch local and international cuisine and luxury spa amenities. Modern architecture featuring wide, bright spaces and a rooftop bar and cafe adjacent to the outdoor swimming pool are but some of the services and facilities available.
Rooms
Hotel Kempinski Jakarta offers 289 expansive rooms and suites across six variants that you can choose from. These rooms are built with floor to ceiling windows that bathe the room with natural light by day and the dazzling city skyline by night. Each room comes with sleek furnishing accompanied by cosy accents of clean white and warm soft brown tones that parallel contemporary Indonesian aesthetics. Plus, the toilets are equipped with state of the art Japanese bathroom technology that delivers on luxury and relaxation.
The Presidential Suite is particularly noteworthy. As the name suggests, the palatial room of 412 sqm is built for those who settle for nothing less than the best. You will be treated to an unobstructed view of the Bundaran HI monument while the 24 hour butler service is on hand to assist your every need. Should you fancy cooking a meal, the room also comes with a full-service kitchen. Else, room service and a bottle of fine wine are always a call away while you bask in the view of the cityscape in the whirlpool bath.
Dining
From local favourites to international gourmet offerings, Hotel Kempinski Jakarta has six dining options that vary from casual and family-friendly to unparalleled fine epicurean experiences. OKU, the premium Japanese restaurant, is a place you’ll regret missing.
The pride of the restaurant is of course its food. Traditional Japanese dishes are given a modern twist by Chef Kazumasa Yazawa, who uses fresh, top quality seafood that are imported twice weekly from the famed Tsukiji Market in Tokyo. Whether you’re relishing in sashimi, sushi or Wagyu sandwich accompanied with premium sake or a cocktail of your choice, the Zen-inspired setting of OKU creates an ambience that nourishes and relaxes the most frazzled of minds.
Spa
Spring, summer, autumn and winter. The wisdom of nature of the European seasons are harnessed by Kempinski The Spa to soothe and rejuvenate with their services that range from face and body therapies to massages and waxing. Do note that the use of mobile phones are discouraged so that you are able to disconnect from the world and focus on healing and pampering yourself.
If you’re looking to cool off from Jakarta’s hot and humid tropical climate, the Summer Bliss Balancing massage beckons you. During the 90 minute treatment, the trained masseuse will use soothing strokes to relax larger muscle groups before applying refreshing and hydrating aloe vera and cucumber, as well as cool stones on the face, that expel excess heat and recentre the mind and body.