In Central Jakarta district, what can be a better option than staying in a decent hotel close to a toll road entrance, and adjacent to one of the most visited shopping malls in Jakarta, with an array of food stalls in the mall? Novotel Mangga Dua Hotel is one of the best options to choose from in the district.
Strategic location
Jakarta is notoriously known for its horrendous traffic. During rush hours, most of the time your taxi won’t be able to run more than 20 km (12 miles) per hour in most areas of Jakarta. For this reason, it can take you much longer to get to one destination through downtown Jakarta, and traveling through toll roads can save a lot of your valuable time. Novotel Mangga Dua is a very good choice of hotels, as it is located less than 10 kilometers (6 miles) away from a toll road entrance (the toll road is called ‘tol Jagorawi’). Here you will have easy access to Jakarta’s airport (30 minutes away), and other destinations in the vast Jabotabek area, such as Jabotabek: the city of Jakarta, Bogor, Tangerang, and Bekasi, which belong to the Jakarta special administrative region. It’s also very easy to get a taxi as they are always available at the hotel entrance 24 hours a day.
Located on the top floor of Mangga Dua Square Mall
Due to the bad traffic, convenience is the biggest issue when choosing a hotel in Jakarta. Novotel is located at the top floor of Mangga Dua Square Mall, known as Jakarta’s shopping haven for fashion and electronics. You can simply walk through the mall to buy fashion and electronics at cheaper prices, shop for your groceries at a hypermarket named Carrefour, and find many kinds of local, as well as continental foods, in its food court.
Rooms and rates
The rates start from 69 USD for a superior room, to 105 USD for a suite (larger room with a living area), with choices of a pool, park, or city view. All rooms have cozy impressions due to the nice combinations of wooden-styled floors, wooden furniture, and dark curtains, which you can also find in any other Novotel Hotel elsewhere in the world.
Having breakfast at Square Restaurant
Room rates, other than the suites, don’t include breakfast. Unless you want to wait till 10am before the food court, in the mall below, is open for business. You may want to have the all-you-can-eat breakfast at the hotel’s restaurant (Square Restaurant) for 7.50 USD per person. However, while focusing more on Asian dishes, like Chinese and Indonesian, the restaurant also has many choices of light Western cuisine such as pancakes, waffles, and croissants with all kinds of toppings, like jams, honey, and syrup. For local food, don’t miss ‘sop buntut bakar’ (barbecued oxtail soup). The beef broth is thick, and the tail is meaty, sweet, and a bit crispy. Everything here is delicious, so you may gain a little weight after walking out of here!
Jakarta Tour Guide
Emir Yamin
When it comes to travel, the journey isn't just about reaching a destination; it's about the experiences you gather along the way. While big group tours might be the conventional choice, opting for a local guide can elevate your travel adventure to new heights. That's why I've decided to become a tour guide.During my tenure as the Chief of Media Relations, I had the opportunity to travel extensively and host numerous visitors from Indonesia. This experience not only fueled my passion for exploration but also equipped me with in-depth knowledge about Indonesia, inspiring me to contribute to the tourism sector.My expertise in tourism is rooted in my genuine interests. I have a deep love for trying new foods, leading me to discover amazing places with incredible culinary delights. Beyond gastronomy, I am passionate about nightlife, exploring the unique offerings each city has after dark. Additionally, I find joy in driving around, immersing myself in new cultures, and savoring new culinary experiences.These experiences have left an indelible mark on me, and I am eager to share the richness of each city's culture, food, and nightlife with all of you. Join me on a journey where every tour is not just a trip; it's a collection of unforgettable moments.
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Jakarta Tour Guide
Dori Januhari
I am a legal and licensed tourist guide from Indonesia. I have been guiding for 20 years. I live in Jakarta, Indonesia, but I have traveled to many places in the country. My guiding areas are Java, Bali, and Lombok Island. I obtained my license from the Indonesia Tourism Ministry. On days when there is no tour, I work as an English and German private teacher, teaching mathematics and science physics. I'll be happy to guide and ready to show you the magnificent places in Indonesia.
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Jakarta Tour Guide
Toni Kenpachi
Hello my name is Toni and I live in Jakarta- Indonesia, I've been working as a Tour Guide since 2008, I have licensed from Jakarta City Government Tourism Office, I choose to be a Tourist guide due to my background education because I graduated from Tourism Academy, I'll be glad to assist your trip in Indonesia especially in Jakarta and surrounding areas also if you would like to do overland tour from Jakarta to Bali I'll be glad to assist your trip too, there will be more interesting places to visit and I'll glad taking you to see those places, please do not hesitate to contact me.
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Enjoy underwater music in the swimming pool
One interesting thing about the hotel is the swimming pool; located on the hotel’s 5th floor. Stretching more than 40 meters (12 feet) long, which is much bigger than the one at most other hotels. However, it’s not the size that has become the highlight of the pool, it’s the classical music played underwater, which can only be heard by those swimming in the adult pool. Imagine listening to Mozart while swimming! Isn’t it a great way to work out, and for relaxation? Where else in the world can you find this amenity?
Great hotel personnel
Other amenities include free entrance to the gym, and laundry (0.60 USD per piece, returned on the same day). However, aside from those facilities, I think this hotel wouldn’t be the same without the hospitable hotel staff. They always greet you and try to call you by name, which they may have learned from the booking period. So, do you want to experience all of these conveniences while in Jakarta? If so, be sure you stay at Novotel Mangga Dua Hotel!
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