Johar Baru

Jakarta

Jakarta, officially the Special Capital Region of Jakarta, is the capital and most populous city of Indonesia. Located on the northwest coast of the world's most populous island of Java, the city is the center of economics, culture and politics of Indonesia, with a population of 10,075,310 Greater Jakarta metropolitan area, which is known as Jabodetabek (a name formed by combining the initial syllables of Jakarta, Bogor, Depok, Tangerang and Bekasi), is the second largest urban agglomeration in the world, with population of 30,214,303 inhabitants as of 2010 census.[9] Jakarta's business opportunities, as well as its potential to offer a higher standard of living, attract migrants from all over Indonesian archipelago, making the city a melting pot of many communities and cultures.
Jakarta is nicknamed the Big Durian, the thorny strongly-odored fruit native to the region, as the city is seen as the Indonesian equivalent of the US city of New York (the Big Apple). In the colonial era, the city was also known as Koningin van het Oosten (Queen of the Orient), initially in the 17th century for the urban beauty of downtown Batavia's canals, mansions and ordered city layout. After expanding to the south in the 19th century, this nickname came to be more associated with the suburbs (e.g. Menteng and the area around Merdeka Square), with their wide lanes, many green spaces and villas.
Jakarta, officially the Special Capital Region of Jakarta, is the capital and most populous city of Indonesia. Located on the northwest coast of the world's most populous island of Java, the city is the center of economics, culture and politics of Indonesia, with a population of 10,075,310 Greater Jakarta metropolitan area, which is known as Jabodetabek (a name formed by combining the initial syllables of Jakarta, Bogor, Depok, Tangerang and Bekasi), is the second largest urban agglomeration in the world, with population of 30,214,303 inhabitants as of 2010 census.[9] Jakarta's business opportunities, as well as its potential to offer a higher standard of living, attract migrants from all over Indonesian archipelago, making the city a melting pot of many communities and cultures.
Jakarta is nicknamed the Big Durian, the thorny strongly-odored fruit native to the region, as the city is seen as the Indonesian equivalent of the US city of New York (the Big Apple). In the colonial era, the city was also known as Koningin van het Oosten (Queen of the Orient), initially in the 17th century for the urban beauty of downtown Batavia's canals, mansions and ordered city layout. After expanding to the south in the 19th century, this nickname came to be more associated with the suburbs (e.g. Menteng and the area around Merdeka Square), with their wide lanes, many green spaces and villas.

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Mercure Jakarta Gatot Subroto

Mercure Jakarta Gatot Subroto

4 out of 5
Jalan Gatot Subroto Kav. 1 Jakarta Jakarta
$62 nightly
The price is $68 total per night from Mar 7 to Mar 8
$68 total
Mar 7 - Mar 8
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ...
Mercure Jakarta Gatot Subroto
Grand Hyatt Jakarta

Grand Hyatt Jakarta

5 out of 5
Jalan M.H. Thamrin, Kav. 28-30 Jakarta Jakarta
$176 nightly
The price is $194 total per night from Mar 13 to Mar 14
$194 total
Mar 13 - Mar 14
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Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (455 reviews)
Excellent stay

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

Grand Hyatt Jakarta
Somerset Grand Citra Jakarta

Somerset Grand Citra Jakarta

4 out of 5
Jalan Prof Dr Satrio Kav 1 Jakarta Jakarta
$84 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Mar 6 to Mar 7
$93 total
Mar 6 - Mar 7
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Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gelora Bung Karno Stadium and Grand ...
7.8/10 Good! (246 reviews)
Awesome place to spend with your family and friends

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026

Somerset Grand Citra Jakarta
ibis budget Jakarta Cikini

ibis budget Jakarta Cikini

3 out of 5
Jalan Cikini Raya No 75 Jakarta
$17 nightly
The price is $19 total per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
$19 total
Mar 3 - Mar 4
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Book a stay at this spa hotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Grand Indonesia and Thamrin City ...
ibis budget Jakarta Cikini
The Ritz-Carlton Jakarta, Mega Kuningan

The Ritz-Carlton Jakarta, Mega Kuningan

5 out of 5
Jl. DR. Ide Anak Agung Gde Agung Jakarta Jakarta
$139 nightly
The price is $153 total per night from Mar 6 to Mar 7
$153 total
Mar 6 - Mar 7
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Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gelora Bung Karno Stadium and Blok M ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (600 reviews)
Excellent service. Great eggs Benedict!! Friendly staff.

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

The Ritz-Carlton Jakarta, Mega Kuningan
Ashley Tang Menteng Jakarta

Ashley Tang Menteng Jakarta

4 out of 5
34 Jalan Haji Agus Salim Jakarta Special Capital Region of Jakarta
$53 nightly
The price is $59 total per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
$59 total
Mar 5 - Mar 6
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Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (134 reviews)
Everything superb! We love it, and will stay here again.

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Ashley Tang Menteng Jakarta
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Other neighborhoods around Johar Baru

Central Jakarta featuring a monument and flowers

Central Jakarta

Central Jakarta is popular for its popular shops. Explore top sights like Sarinah Mall and National Monument, and you can get around town on the metro at Bundaran HI MRT Station.

Central Jakarta
Menteng showing modern architecture

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.

Menteng
Jakarta

Gondangdia

While you're in Gondangdia, take in top sights like Sarinah Mall and jump on the metro at Bundaran HI MRT Station to see more of the city.

Gondangdia
Istiqlal Mosque showing modern architecture and a square or plaza

Gambir

Monuments, museums, and shopping are just a few things travelers enjoy about Gambir. Check out Merdeka Palace or National Monument while you're exploring the area.

Gambir
jardin de taman sari

Taman Sari

Shopping, historic sites, and spas are some highlights of Taman Sari. Make a stop by Mangga Dua Square or Pasar Baru while you're exploring.

Taman Sari
Day Traffic at Sudirman Street

Setiabudi

Noted for its shopping and spas, there's plenty to explore in Setiabudi. Top attractions like Kuningan City Mall and Ambassador 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.

Setiabudi


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