Jakarta is the busy and dynamic capital city of Indonesia and home to more than 11 million individuals. From business visitors trying to find a luxury base to leisure travellers seeking an elegant escape while in town, the option of luxury hotels can feel frustrating, with all the significant international brand names represented throughout the city. We chose to divide our stay between 2 luxury hotels, spending 2 nights at Raffles Jakarta and two nights at Le Méridien Jakarta. We’re familiar with both brands, having actually stayed with them in other places in the region, and always enjoyed our time with them. Read on to find our luxury living experience in Jakarta, and why we believe our choices were spot on– particularly if you’re preparing your next trip to the Indonesian capital.
Stay at Raffles Jakarta
We were visitors of Raffles Jakarta, one of the city’s leading luxury hotels and a brand name associated with refined service and classy surroundings for those who delight in the finer things in life.
As big fans of both Raffles properties in Cambodia, we were delighted for Raffles Jakarta to be our’home away from home’and fascinated to see how it compared to Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor in Siem Reap and Raffles Hotel Le Royal in Phnom Penh.
After our weekend staycation, we were really pleased with our newest Raffles experience and
can’t wait to return. < img width="920"height ="767 "src ="https://www.aluxurytravelblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Raffles-Jakarta-pool-2-920x767.jpg"alt=" "/ > Wellness and sustainability at Raffles Jakarta Raffles Jakarta boasts a variety of sustainability initiatives, which were discussed to us by the passionate Sustainability Director, Mr Indra, during our conference on the 14th flooring. This is likewise the place of Raffles Spa, where we experienced a couples massage like no other. Showing up early, we made the most of the stylish hydrotherapy and spa centers, preparing us to be luxuriously spoiled in the most unforgettable fashion. Whatever about our afternoon at Raffles Health club was very first rate and should be experienced to be genuinely valued.
The sustainability efforts at Raffles Jakarta go well beyond getting rid of single-use plastics, in-room water filters, and biodegradable coffee pills. This is a hotel that takes sustainability seriously and leads from the front. From using grey water to keep the lavish gardens verdant to repurposing coffee premises as fertiliser, there were thoughtful innovations throughout. Shower caps made from cassava, tooth paste in paper sachets, and bamboo razors and toothbrushes in our room were simply some of the actions they’ve required to make a distinction. Education and training underpin everything they do, with personnel motivated to comprehend the impact of hospitality on the environment. Corporate Social Obligation is not just a department effort however a personal accomplishment for each colleague.
Dining at Raffles Jakarta Our dining experiences at Raffles Jakarta consisted of long and leisurely breakfasts( with plenty of choice), an in-room dining choice from Navina Swimming pool Bar, and an unique vegan set lunch served with style at Arts Café by Raffles. The menus noted both vegetarian and vegan choices 
, however it was the personnel’s desire to adapt and create bespoke meals that genuinely impressed. From sophisticated plant-based sushi freshly prepared at the breakfast sushi bar to a divine miso vegan lobster that tasted even much better than it looked, our vegan travel adventure was a pleasure. A flatbread topped with breaded regional mushrooms, provided to our room, made the best afternoon treat. We will never forget the outstanding service and warm welcome we got each time we dined at Arts Café by Raffles. Whatever you need to plan your journey in 2025 Remain At Le Méridien Jakarta We were likewise visitors of
Le Méridien Jakarta, a first-class hotel in the heart
of the capital that provides an excellent
base for both organization and leisure tourists. Located in the CBD, it offers convenient access to nearby offices, glimmering towers, and a number of high-end shopping malls. The recently opened metro provides an excellent way to prevent Jakarta’s notorious traffic and explore the city. Throughout your stay at Le Méridien Jakarta, unwind in your well-appointed space or suite, relax next to the welcoming pool, or make a booking at one of the on-site restaurants to delight in a large range of innovative cooking offerings– which we’ll discuss next. Health and sustainability at Le Méridien Jakarta Talking With General Supervisor Mrs Jennifer Suryadi about present