Jakarta, Indonesia is definitely one of the best places to visit for sightseeing and shopping. If you are thinking of affordable spas and massages, all-out shopping and lots of yummy halal food, simply book your flight tickets now and make your way to Soekarno-Hatta International Airport! After a long day of being out and about, you'll want to sink into a comfy bed to rest up for the night.
If you're on a tight budget, here's 10 accommodations that doesn’t require you to break the bank (all below USD50/night)!
Note:The prices stated below are based on a search from 1st July to 31st July 2017.
1. YELLO Hotel Harmoni
The name says it all – vibrant, yellow coloured walls make up most of this quirky hotel. The name ‘Yello’ actually came about from a combination of ‘Yes’ and ‘Hello’, the greetings that the hotel staff used to greet customers over the phone. As per their slogan 'Get wired with our trendy, tech-friendly and sociable accommodations’, you can certainly expect the hotel to provide top-notch and high-tech facilities!
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Equipped with a dedicated area for internet-surfing called the Netzone, you can sit and chill with a refreshing drink while making full use of the WiFI. Not sure of where to hang-out? Make yourself comfortable at the Chill Spot Lounge and Gaming Station. If you're feeling peckish, make your way down to their 24hrs halal* restaurant, Wok ‘n’ Tok for a quick bite.
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Note: Yello Hotel is under TAUZIA Hotel Management, which has a Salam Standard Certification (an online tool that provides information on Muslim-friendly facilities and services available at resorts and hotels worldwide, with the aim to of helping Muslim travellers).
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As you enter your hotel room, you'll be amazed by how trendy it is that you may even reconsider the design for your own bedroom! On top of all the cool facilities mentioned earlier, the hotel also has a fitness centre as well as massage and spa services.
Rates: From USD30/night
Address: Jl Hayam Wuruk No. 6, Gajah Mada Jakarta
Contact: +62 21 22035000 | Website
2. Ibis Styles Jakarta Sunter
Unlike most generic-looking hotels, Ibis Styles Hotel has a hip and cool interior that is bound to attract young travellers. Just looking at the lobby makes you want to stay-in all day! With vibrant backgrounds, great lighting and interesting artworks scattered all over the hotel, it's a perfect backdrop for your Instagram-worthy OOTD shots!
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The hotel is equipped with family rooms as well as facilities for disabled guests. Get some cardio done at the in-house fitness centre before making your way down to the massage parlor for a pampering session.
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Other facilities include laundry services, luggage storage and a gorgeous restaurant that's filled with pop-art!
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Rates: From USD34/night
Address: Jalan Gaya Motor 1, Sungai Bambu, Sunter 14350
Contact: +62 21 22651699 | Website
3. Amaris Hotel by Santika
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Get the best of both worlds – great accommodation and shopping all in one place! Located in Mangga Dua Square mall in North Jakarta, you'll have easy access to one of the biggest malls! As Amaris Hotel is within the shopping mall itself, you can shop around until the last shop closes and still be able to reach your bed within 10 mins ? On top of that, you end up saving money on transport!
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The rooms in Amaris Hotel are of a minimalist and modern concept, playing around with vibrant colours (bright red/green) for their walls. It has all the basic necessities that you need - clean rooms and bathroom, decent halal breakfast spreads and good customer service!
#HHWT Tip: Amaris Hotel is within walking distance to factory outlets and 30 minutes away from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
Rates: From USD28/night
Address: Jalan Gunung Sahari No.1, Mangga Dua Square, Jakarta
Contact: +62 21 62318888 | Website
4. Travellers Hotel Jakarta
This 3 star hotel is known for its strategic location near attractions such as Ancol Dreamland, Sea World and National Monument. Some of their many facilities include their very own drugstore & souvenir shop, fitness centre and sauna, spa treatments, free parking and even a in-house doctor upon request!
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Travellers Hotel offers a range of rooms, ranging from deluxee, business to executive rooms. All rooms are well equipped with a mini-bar full of fruits, a tea and coffee maker and a refrigerator. In addition to this, all prices are inclusive of breakfast for 2! Good things do come in pairs after all?
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Price: From USD36/night
Address: Jl. Pangeran Jayakarta No.70, RT.10/RW.10, Mangga Dua Sel., Sawah Besar, DKI Jakarta, 10730
Contact: +62 21 601 3888 | Website
5. Favehotel Wahid Hasyim
If you are looking for a simple yet comfortable hotel, you may want to consider Favehotel Wahid Hasyim. A combination of style, good value and functionality, this hotel is conveniently located in the city and is within walking distance to Tanah Abang!
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#HHWT Tip: Tanah Abang is the oldest and largest textile shopping centre in Jakarta. You can get fabrics, clothes, batik, shoes, bags, and everything else in between! The sellers are also open to wholesale purchases, so make sure you bargain for a good deal if you're buying in bulk ?
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The hotel offers 2 types of rooms – a superior room and a deluxe room. For coffee lovers, good news for you - all rooms are equipped with a coffee maker (yay!). You will also be entertained by the variety of international and local channels available on the LED television. More reasons for you to stay in, right? ?
Rates: From USD30/night
Address: Jalan Wahid Hasyim No 135, Thamrin, Jakarta
Contact: +62 21 3921002 | Website
6. Mercure Convention Centre Ancol
What's especially great about Mercure Convention Centre Ancol, is that it's located near Ancol Dreamland, one of the largest amusement parks in Jakarta! Also, since it's situated right to the sea, you can be sure that your room will come with the most amazing views of the wide, open sea ?
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Aside from that, the hotel also offers water sport activities like canoeing and boating! For those itching for a workout, the hotel even has its very own badminton and tennis courts. So, if you are looking for a relaxing stay with fun activities to boot, the Mercure Convention Centre is perfect for you!
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And oh, did we mention that they provide BBQ facilities, as well as bicycle rentals? Hop on your bike for a morning cycle and you might be able to catch the sunrise!
Rates: From USD47/night
Address: Jl Pantai Indah, Ancol Jakarta Baycity, North Jakarta 14430
Contact: +62 21 6406000 | Website
7. Millennium Hotel Sirih Jakarta
Having catapulted themselves on an international level, you'll definitely not leave Millennium Hotel Sirih Jakarta disappointed! Situated in the middle of a business and shopping district, the hotel has more than 5 room types and awesome facilities.
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Aside from having swanky hot tubs, saunas, and an outdoor swimming pool, the Millennium Hotel Sirih offer services that are child- friendly. It has a kids swimming pool, and even provides babysitting service and family rooms!
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Satisfy your sweet tooth at the hotel's Muslim-owned Art & Bakery Corner! The bakery serves piping hot cups of coffee, tea, mouthwatering pastries and sweets ? Other food options include Indonesian, Chinese and international cuisine that's served in their in-house Cafe Sirih.
Rates: From USD53/night
Address: Jl. Fachrudin No.3, RT.1/RW.7, Kb. Kacang, Tanah Abang, DKI Jakarta 10250
Contact: +62 21 2303636 | Website
8. Novotel Mangga Dua Hotel
If you don’t mind the noise of a busy city, Novotel Mangga Dua Hotel is for you! Situated right next to Mangga Dua square, accessibility and convenience is what you get.
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The rustic concept of the lobby is a unique feature of theirs, which brings about a cosy and homey atmosphere. Pampering yourself with hour-long hot tub sessions, relaxing spas and massages within the hotel itself!
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Choose from 3 types of rooms – superior twin, deluxe Room and superior king. There’s also 24 hour room service and a convenience store nearby for those late-night cravings!
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Not to forget, you are IN Mangga Dua! Mangga Dua is known as the ‘One Stop Shopping’ mall where you can shop till you drop! There are also prayer rooms within the mall itself.
Rates: From USD53/night
Address: Mangga Dua Square, Jl. Gunung Sahari Raya No.1, Pademangan, North Jakarta City, 14420
Contact: +62 21 62312800 | Website
You don't have to compromise on comfort with these affordable accommodations! So, what are you waiting for? Start planning for your Jakarta getaway now✈️