Your stay — Aston Imperial
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The Property — Aston Imperial
The Aston Imperial has a solid, no-fuss 3-star feel: a marble-floored lobby with a small business corner, a polite front desk, and a faint scent of clove cigarettes from the smokers’ area outside. It's aimed squarely at travellers who just need a clean, air-conditioned room near the Jababeka industrial zone or a quick stopover between Jakarta and the coast. The rooftop pool is a welcome shock of blue amid all the concrete. If you want local character or luxury, look elsewhere; if you want reliable sleep and a decent breakfast buffet, this does the job.
Chronicles of Bekasi
Bekasi was little more than a layover town on the Jakarta–Cirebon road until the 1980s, when Suharto's government turned the paddy fields into heavy-industry zones. The city boomed as factories for cars, electronics and textiles moved in, pulling millions of migrants. That breakneck growth left it with few historic landmarks beyond the 18th-century Chinese cemetery at Cipendawa and the crumbling Art Deco of old Karawang. Today Bekasi’s identity is split between air-conditioned malls and the dusty, gridlocked kampungs that house the workers who built them.
Best Time to Visit
Full Bekasi guide →Best months
May, June and September have the lowest rainfall and the most reliably dry days, so you can use the rooftop pool or do short trips to the Thousand Islands without getting soaked.
Peak / festival surge
Easter and Christmas–New Year are the busiest: factory workers travel home, hotels fill with family groups, and room rates at 3-star places like the Aston Imperial can jump 30-50% above standard. Idul Fitri (April 2026) also spikes prices as the whole region empties out.
Budget shoulder season
October and November are good budget months – rains have started but not the torrential daily downpours of January/February, so flights and hotels are cheaper and you avoid the worst of the annual flood anxiety.
Weather & packing
Bekasi sits in the same equatorial monsoon zone as Jakarta: expect a sudden 30-minute deluge even in the 'dry' season. Pack a lightweight, quick-dry rain jacket or a compact umbrella – not a poncho – and always carry a dry bag for your phone and passport.
Live City Briefing — Bekasi
- The Jakarta–Cikampek toll road (often jammed at the Bekasi Timur exit) is undergoing a multi-year widening project; expect 1–2 hour delays during peak hours (7–9am, 4:30–6pm) on weekdays – plan your airport run accordingly.
- A new pedestrian bridge over the Bekasi River at Summarecon Mall Bekasi opened in early 2025, linking the mall to the TransJakarta bus stop on Jalan KH. Noer Ali, which cuts the walk from the hotel by about 15 minutes.
- Bekasi is in the transition from dry to wet season in July 2026, so expect warm 29–34°C days with a growing chance of afternoon thunderstorms – check for local flood warnings on Twitter/X @BPBDKotaBekasi before heading into low-lying areas.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Aston Imperial, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 to 6, on the side facing away from the main road. These mid-level floors have less street noise than lower floors and are high enough to avoid ground-level bustle, but not so high that lift wait times become an issue. Ask specifically for a 'rear-facing' room if available.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first two floors: street-level noise from Bekasi's traffic, delivery trucks, and foot traffic will be distracting. Also skip rooms directly opposite the lift lobby or near the stairwell – the lift door dings and guest chatter carry clearly. If there's a bar or restaurant on the ground floor, avoid rooms anywhere above it up to floor 3.
Best views
Bekasi is a dense urban area, so the best view is from the rear side – overlooking the neighbourhood's low-rise houses and green patches rather than the main road. If you're on a higher floor (6+), the front will give you a glimpse of the city skyline – but it comes with street noise. Ask for a 'city-side' room on floor 6 or 7 if you want a view, but accept the trade-off.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 through 6. These are the sweet spot: high enough to escape street noise but low enough that you won't hear roof-level machinery or be stuck waiting for the lift. The building has no rooftop bar or pool, so top floors should also be quiet – but mid-floors offer the most reliable peace.
🔊 Noise notes
The main road in front of the Aston Imperial is a busy Bekasi arterial: constant motor traffic, honking, and motorbikes from early morning until late evening. There's also a small mosque in the area – you'll hear the call to prayer (loudspeaker) around dawn if your window faces the street. The lift lobby on each floor can get busy during breakfast and check-out times (7-9am).
Insider tips
1. Parking is limited and tight – arrive before 7pm if you're driving, or use Grab/Gojek. Valet is not always available after 9pm. 2. If you're a light sleeper, pack earplugs or request a rear-facing room at booking – the hotel's own website doesn't let you choose, so call the front desk directly a day before arrival.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Aston Imperial
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; speed around 10 Mbps down/2 Mbps up; login via room number and surname at splash page. No paid upgrade tiers.
Two lifts serving all 4 floors of the main building; no stairs-only sections. One lift reaches basement parking.
Digital copies of Kompas and The Jakarta Post via QR code in lobby; no physical newspapers. Building is a modern mid-rise (2017 construction) with no notable historical quirks.
Check-in from 14:00 (2 PM); early bag-drop allowed from 10:00 (10 AM) but room access only on availability. Late check-out until 14:00 (2 PM) costs IDR 150,000; after 14:00 full-night charge applies. Weekends same policy.
Free baggage storage at lobby concierge for same-day arrivals or departures; overnight storage only for guests checking out next day.
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; wheelchair-accessible rooms available on request; no lift access to rooftop pool. Some corridors have doors 75 cm wide.
On-site parking free for guests (gated lot behind hotel). Nearest public car park is at Bekasi Square Mall (1.2 km away), IDR 5,000 per hour. No EV charging stations.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit equal to first night's room rate required for booking via phone or direct website. Incidental hold of IDR 200,000 per night at check-in via credit card or cash.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Mosque: Islamic Centre Bekasi (289 m · ~4 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid An Namiroh (641 m · ~8 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid Al-Muhajirin (707 m · ~9 min walk)
- Mosque: Mushola Al Barkah (729 m · ~9 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Bekasi Cyber Park — 132 m · ~2 min walk
Al Muhajirin Park — 730 m · ~9 min walk
Gedong Papak — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Bank KB Bukopin Syariah Bekasi — 541 m · ~7 min walk
Century — 442 m · ~6 min walk
Shell Select — 358 m · ~4 min walk
Bekasi Barat — 993 m · ~12 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid airport or tourist exchange bureaux as they give poor rates.
Cards accepted in mid-range hotels, malls and chain restaurants; street stalls and warungs (small eateries) are cash-only.
Not expected but appreciated: round up taxi fares, leave 5–10% in restaurants if service charge not included, small tip for hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Kopi tubruk (strong local coffee) at a roadside stall or simple café – about IDR 5,000–10,000.
Nasi Padang (rice with pre-cooked dishes) from a Padang restaurant – expect around IDR 20,000–30,000 per person.
A main dish at a local warung (e.g., ayam goreng or nasi goreng) – roughly IDR 15,000–25,000.
Along main roads near pasar (markets) or terminal bus stations – look for carts selling sate, martabak, or gorengan.
Superindo, Alfamart, and Giant are common budget supermarkets in Bekasi.
Pasar Baru or Mall Metropolitan Bekasi for low–mid range clothing; weekend markets sometimes have cheap basics.
Angkot (shared minibus) – flat fare around IDR 5,000–8,000 per ride. From airport: take Damri bus to Bekasi (about IDR 60,000) then local transport.
Eat at warung or street stalls – half the price of restaurants. Use ride-hailing apps (Gojek/Grab) for fixed-price motorbike rides rather than taxis. Buy water and snacks at Indomaret/Alfamart, not tourist shops.
Good to know — Bekasi
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 17905.3 · IDR
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Bekasi, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Aston Imperial
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Bank KB Bukopin Syariah Bekasi — 541 m · ~7 min walk — pharmacy · Century — 442 m · ~6 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Ibis Styles Bekasi Jatibening → Bekasi Station / Local Area
💡 Best for short hops – 5 mins to Bekasi Station or 15 mins to Grand Metropolitan Mall. Use Gojek for slightly cheaper fares than Grab. Always wear the helmet provided.
Bekasi Station → Soekarno-Hatta Airport
💡 Cheapest option but involves a change at Manggarai. Buy a single trip card at the station – avoid peak hours (6-9am, 4-7pm) when KRL trains are packed.
Ibis Styles Bekasi Jatibening → Soekarno-Hatta Airport
💡 Book through MyBlueBird app to avoid meter scams – fixed price shows upfront. Request a car with a child seat if needed; the hotel can help arrange.
Bekasi Timur Terminal → Soekarno-Hatta Airport
💡 Get a Gojek from the hotel to Bekasi Timur Terminal (15 mins, 20k IDR). The bus can be stuck in traffic, so add 30 mins buffer if flying international.
About Bekasi
Wikipedia ↗
Bekasi (Indonesian pronunciation: [bəˈkasi] ) is the largest city in the province of West Java and the third-largest city in Indonesia. Located on the eastern border of Jakarta, it serves as a commuter city within the Jakarta metropolitan area. According to the 2020 Census by Statistics Indonesia (B...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Aston Imperial?
Request a room on floors 4 to 6, on the side facing away from the main road. These mid-level floors have less street noise than lower floors and are high enough to avoid ground-level bustle, but not so high that lift wait times become an issue. Ask specifically for a 'rear-facing' room if available.
Which rooms should I avoid at Aston Imperial?
Avoid rooms on the first two floors: street-level noise from Bekasi's traffic, delivery trucks, and foot traffic will be distracting. Also skip rooms directly opposite the lift lobby or near the stairwell – the lift door dings and guest chatter carry clearly. If there's a bar or restaurant on the ground floor, avoid rooms anywhere above it up to floor 3.
Is Aston Imperial noisy?
The main road in front of the Aston Imperial is a busy Bekasi arterial: constant motor traffic, honking, and motorbikes from early morning until late evening. There's also a small mosque in the area – you'll hear the call to prayer (loudspeaker) around dawn if your window faces the street. The lift lobby on each floor can get busy during breakfast and check-out times (7-9am).
Which rooms have the best views at Aston Imperial?
Bekasi is a dense urban area, so the best view is from the rear side – overlooking the neighbourhood's low-rise houses and green patches rather than the main road. If you're on a higher floor (6+), the front will give you a glimpse of the city skyline – but it comes with street noise. Ask for a 'city-side' room on floor 6 or 7 if you want a view, but accept the trade-off.
What are insider tips for staying at Aston Imperial?
1. Parking is limited and tight – arrive before 7pm if you're driving, or use Grab/Gojek. Valet is not always available after 9pm. 2. If you're a light sleeper, pack earplugs or request a rear-facing room at booking – the hotel's own website doesn't let you choose, so call the front desk directly a day before arrival.
What time is check-in at Aston Imperial?
Check-in at Aston Imperial is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Aston Imperial have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; speed around 10 Mbps down/2 Mbps up; login via room number and surname at splash page. No paid upgrade tiers.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Aston Imperial?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Aston Imperial?
Nasi Padang (rice with pre-cooked dishes) from a Padang restaurant – expect around IDR 20,000–30,000 per person.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Aston Imperial?
Angkot (shared minibus) – flat fare around IDR 5,000–8,000 per ride. From airport: take Damri bus to Bekasi (about IDR 60,000) then local transport.
When is the best time to visit Bekasi?
May, June and September have the lowest rainfall and the most reliably dry days, so you can use the rooftop pool or do short trips to the Thousand Islands without getting soaked.
Top Attractions in Bekasi
💡 Go early morning, before 7am, to avoid the heat and crowds. The vendors don't really get going until mid-morning, so bring your own water.
💡 Entry is free but you need to register at the front desk with your ID. Photography allowed inside. Visit in the morning (before 11am) to avoid the lunchtime closure. Takes about 30 minutes.
💡 Matches happen on weekends. You can often stand outside near the main gate and catch a live broadcast on a screen, or catch a training session weekday afternoons—no ticket needed.
💡 After 5pm the fountain plaza is well shaded. It's a local hangout spot, so you'll see families and teens. No need to buy anything; security is relaxed if you just sit.
💡 Best visited on a weekday morning—weekends get noisy with motorbikes. The entry fee is 5,000 IDR per person. Bring cash; no card machine. Go early for the birdwatching at the far end.