Kempinski Jakarta – Indonesia | João Cajuda

Kempinski Jakarta – Indonesia

Kempinski was the first of 10 hotels that I visited in Indonesia. After more than 20 hours of flights, I finally arrive at the hotel entrance. The Kempinski has been around since 1960s and the hotel had managed to modernize their propriety without changing the hotel’s historic design to preserve the building’s heritage.
Before entering the lobby you must pass a rigorous security system, the bags were placed in the X-ray and I had to go through a metals detector.
The lobby is quite large and with high ceilings, all of it is scattered in dark tones making it cozy. Jakarta Kempinski Hotel Indonesia was listed as one of the best newest hotel in the world 2010 by Conde Nast Traveler and I’m about to discover why… After a quick check in, I was escorted to the room where as usual they explained how everything works, including the spectacular toilet that looked more like a Lamborghini, so many buttons that you almost need a degree to understand how it works.
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If the room was beautiful in pictures, live was spectacular! Modern, spacious, comfortable, with a decor inspired by contemporary Indonesian art and style, very welcoming. Best of all is the stunning views to one of the most emblematic squares in the city, also from the bathroom where you can relax in the giant tub while enjoying the energy of the city. The room attributes include In-room coffee / tea facilities, laptop-size safe, Flat-screen TV, iPod docking station, Working Desk and some rooms have connecting doors.
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Jet lag is for amateurs, and nothing better than a Gin in the hotel bar to celebrate the beginning of my journey in this beautiful country. I went down to the Lobby Nirwana Lounge, great ambience, comfortable and sophisticated.
While I was waiting for my drink I was delight by musicians playing live traditional Indonesian Gamelan music. I had never heard before this kind of music and I was right away amazed. The Lobby Lounge is open daily from 8:00 to 1:00 and accessible within easy walk from hotel lobby. For those who enjoy Happy Hour then you must go on Saturday´s from 19:30 to 22:30 featuring a live music performance.
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I woke up early in the morning thinking about food. The Kempinski hotels has in my opinion the best breakfasts in the world … and this one was no exception. The amount and variety of options are endless. Everything was perfect, the staff very attentive and the food… ohh…super delicious as always.
After I finished the hotel tropical fruits stock, I went to the Lady in Red. For those who do not know, the Lady in Red are ladies dressed completely in red working as personal concierges that are available to guests. Any questions that you have… Lady in red has the answer. This is a Kempinski concept that I find very funny and also very useful. I had a hotel tour scheduled, not with one, but with 2 lady in red, how lucky am I? They showed me from the stunning ball room to the bullet-proof presidential suites where illustrious figures such as Marilyn Monroe and John F. Kennedy had sleep in the past. Here the luxury is taken to the extreme and the pictures speak for themselves.
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I had lunch at Paulaner Brauhaus, one of the 5 hotel restaurants. The restaurant, as the name implies is German cuisine. Bratwurst, Rouladen and Weißwürste are some of dishes you can eat here… Delicious as it sounds.
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After lunch I decided to enjoy the afternoon to explore the city. In the late afternoon, I returned to the hotel to my spa section. It was all I needed after so many hours running the streets of the effusive Jakarta. The Spa is located on the top floor of the hotel, next to the pool and gym, all with a magnificent views of the city. It’s like a sanctuary. After drinking my tea I relaxed during two hours hearing the sounds of Tibetan rugs. I recommend the Zen Aromatherapy Massage, the one I did. Using aromatherapy oil carefully selected by my own individual needs, this massage combines light relaxation and therapeutic benefits to heighten my senses and soothe the mind.
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As always I was greeted and treated in the best way by the very professional staff of the German hotel chain. Good to know that in many places in the world we can find a refuge called Kempinski.
Check the video I did during my stay at this beautiful hotel.

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Here is the video of my journey in Indonesia, during one month I explored the islands of Java, Bali, Lombok e Flores.

<h3>Hotel Facilities</h3>
For Shopaholics
The hotel is located in one of Southeast Asia’s largest shopping and entertainment complexes. Hundreds of stores will make it not only a shopping experience, but an extravagance. meeting, shopping, dining and entertainment… You just have to take an elevator ride.
The swimming pool and the botanical garden
Above the rooftops of Jakarta, in midst of a lush botanical garden, dive into cool waters, melt in a steam room or lazing with a cocktail in your hand. Unfortunatly it was raining and I couldn’t dive… so I went to the Spa… ahahha!
Gym
The breathtaking 360 degree views will make your workout peanuts.
The Sanctuary – SPA
A haven. An escape. A personal sanctuary from the hectic pace of modern city life.
<h3>Hotel Services</h3>
Luxury cars
Glide into the leather seats of Kempinski luxurious vehicles as you journey on to your next destination, if office or airport or touring the city, you will be sure to arrive in style. For your extravaganza moment, you can also rent an helicopter
You can also enjoy free Internet Acess, Concierge Service
And the Kempinski Little VIP for kids.
LOCATION
Hotel Indonesia has become a historic landmark, a national pride. Right in front of the hotel, which is strategically located in the heart of the capital, stands the “Welcome Statue”, intended to welcoming the guests who visited Jakarta on the occasion of the 4th Asian Games in 1962. The area is surrounded by other luxury hotels and shooping malls.
Address and Contact Details
Hotel Indonesia Kempinski Jakarta
Jl. MH Thamrin 1
10310, Jakarta
Indonesia
Tel +62 21 2358 3800
Fax +62 21 2358 3801
Email Address: <a href=”mailto:info.jakarta@kempinski.com”>info.jakarta@kempinski.com</a>

Kempinski Jakarta – Indonesia

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