Central Jakarta Travel Guide

Jakarta

A monument with a golden flame on top, a large flowered bush, and modern buildings in the background.
A cityscape at night with illuminated skyscrapers, a river reflecting lights, and a busy road with light trails.
A shopping mall with a store named Pomelo.
A crowded square with a large pond, surrounded by tall buildings and palm trees.
A large, modern building with two domes and a spacious courtyard.

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A multi-level shopping mall with escalators, seating areas, and a central atrium with a digital display.

Grand Indonesia

8.8/10 (698 reviews)
Shop at wide-ranging retail outlets, dine on local delicacies and enjoy family-friendly entertainment at this huge mall in downtown Jakarta.
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Things to do

Ancol Entrance Gate

Ancol Entrance Gate

£1
per traveller
Ancol Entrance Gate
Jakarta: Volcano, Tea/Rice Fields, Hot Spring, Local Food

Jakarta: Volcano, Tea/Rice Fields, Hot Spring, Local Food

£97
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Jakarta: Volcano, Tea/Rice Fields, Hot Spring, Local Food
Taman Mini Indonesia Indah

Taman Mini Indonesia Indah

£1
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Taman Mini Indonesia Indah
Jakarta: Full-Day Highlights Tour

Jakarta: Full-Day Highlights Tour

£53
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Jakarta: Full-Day Highlights Tour
Jakarta Night Tour with Dinner at Café or Food street

Jakarta Night Tour with Dinner at Café or Food street

£75
per adult
Jakarta Night Tour with Dinner at Café or Food street
Indonesia Firsty eSim - Free Roaming Mobile Data

Indonesia Firsty eSim - Free Roaming Mobile Data

£6
per traveller
Indonesia Firsty eSim - Free Roaming Mobile Data
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Top hotels in Central Jakarta

Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta

Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta

5 out of 5
Jalan MH Thamrin Jakarta Jakarta
The price is £107 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
£107
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
Mandarin Oriental, Jakarta
Grand Hyatt Jakarta

Grand Hyatt Jakarta

5 out of 5
Jalan M.H. Thamrin, Kav. 28-30 Jakarta Jakarta
The price is £142 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
£142
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (497 reviews)
"My stay has always been very comfortable at Grand Hyatt Jakarta"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

Grand Hyatt Jakarta
Ascott Jakarta

Ascott Jakarta

4.5 out of 5
Jalan Kebon Kacang Raya No 2 Jakarta Jakarta
Fully refundable
The price is £83 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
£83
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Ascott Jakarta
Pan Pacific Jakarta

Pan Pacific Jakarta

5 out of 5
Thamrin Nine Luminary Tower Jakarta
The price is £109 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
£109
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Grand Indonesia and Bundaran HI are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (84 reviews)
"Had a great stay at Pan Pacific Jakarta. The hotel is beautiful and modern, with amazing city views, even though it was a bit cloudy while we were there. I had a last-minute request on the day of check-in, and the team was really helpful. Breakfast was great. They had both an à la carte menu and ..."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

Pan Pacific Jakarta
PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Jakarta

PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Jakarta

4.5 out of 5
Jl. M.H Thamrin No. 10 Jakarta
The price is £97 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£97
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Grand Indonesia and Thamrin City Shopping ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (114 reviews)
"Biggest problem: The lifts weren’t enough to service such a massive tower, every trip in/out took more time than necessary. And the food needs a major improvement. Room service and housekeeping was very slow. Otherwise, the room itself was nice."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Jakarta
Pullman Jakarta Indonesia

Pullman Jakarta Indonesia

5 out of 5
Jl. M. H. Thamrin No. 59 Jakarta Jakarta
The price is £82 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
£82
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Pullman Jakarta Indonesia
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Where to stay in Central Jakarta

Find the best Central Jakarta areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A large glass greenhouse with a triangular roof, surrounded by palm trees and red flowers.
Photo by Jakarta Tourism & Culture Office
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Menteng

Discover Menteng, memorable for its monuments. Popular attractions in Menteng include Jalan Surabaya Flea Market and Bundaran HI, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Bundaran HI MRT Station.

A cityscape with tall buildings, including a Grand Hyatt hotel, a red and blue bus, and a pedestrian bridge over a water feature.

Sudirman Central Business District

You'll enjoy the restaurants and spas in Sudirman Central Business District. You might want to make time for a stop at Pacific Place or ASHTA District 8.

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, including a distinctive curved building with a glass facade and a tall building with a pointed top.

Kuningan

Kuningan is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Kuningan City Mall and Ambassador Mall while in the area.

A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a busy multi-lane road, and lush greenery along the sidewalks.

Setiabudi

Noted for its shopping and spas, there's plenty to explore in Setiabudi. Top attractions like Pasar Festival and Kuningan City Mall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bendungan Hilir MRT Station or Bendungan Hilir Station to see more of the city.

A large, modern building with a dome and a clock tower, surrounded by a spacious courtyard with patterned walls.

Gambir

Monuments, museums and shopping are some highlights of Gambir. Make a stop by Merdeka Palace or National Monument while you're exploring.

Central Jakarta Travel Guide

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