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
The price is S$87 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
S$87
28 Feb - 1 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service in ...
Mercure Jakarta Gatot Subroto
Grand Hyatt Jakarta

Grand Hyatt Jakarta

5 out of 5
Jalan M.H. Thamrin, Kav. 28-30 Jakarta Jakarta
The price is S$208 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
S$208
20 Mar - 21 Mar
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! (455 reviews)
Excellent stay

Reviewed on 10 Feb, 2026

Grand Hyatt Jakarta
Somerset Grand Citra Jakarta

Somerset Grand Citra Jakarta

4 out of 5
Jalan Prof Dr Satrio Kav 1 Jakarta Jakarta
The price is S$118 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
S$118
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gelora Bung Karno Stadium and Grand Indonesia ...
7.8/10 Good! (246 reviews)
Awesome place to spend with your family and friends

Reviewed on 22 Feb, 2026

Somerset Grand Citra Jakarta
ibis budget Jakarta Cikini

ibis budget Jakarta Cikini

3 out of 5
Jalan Cikini Raya No 75 Jakarta
The price is S$24 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
S$24
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Grand Indonesia and Thamrin City Shopping ...
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
The price is S$195 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
S$195
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Gelora Bung Karno Stadium and Blok M Square ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (599 reviews)
Excellent service. Great eggs Benedict!! Friendly staff.

Reviewed on 21 Feb, 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
The price is S$71 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
S$71
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Jakarta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (133 reviews)
Highly recommend! Top service. Will stay again in Ashley Tang.

Reviewed on 15 Feb, 2026

Ashley Tang Menteng Jakarta
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Other neighbourhoods 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 featuring a square or plaza and modern architecture

Gambir

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

Gambir
jardin de taman sari

Taman Sari

Shopping, historical 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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