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財産 — Upscale Suites
Upscale Suites in Menteng is a utilitarian three-star that feels more like a clean, no-nonsense business hotel than a boutique escape. Its lobby is small, functional, and tiled — two receptionists behind a desk, a lift tucked to the side. The USP is location: it sits on Jalan HOS Cokroaminoto, a quiet street off the busy Thamrin corridor, so you get relative calm with walking access to embassies, malls and the Sarinah department store. Best for a solo work traveller or a couple needing a decently priced base with in-room cooking facilities.
Jakartaの歴史
Jakarta was founded as Sunda Kelapa in the 4th century, a small Hindu port that later fell under the Sultanate of Bantam. The Portuguese arrived in 1522, then the Dutch seized it in 1619, renaming it Batavia and building fortified canals, warehouses, and the Kota district of Dutch colonial architecture that still stands today. After Indonesian independence in 1945, the city was officially renamed Jakarta and transformed into a sprawling, car-choked megalopolis of 10.7 million, with a jagged skyline of modernist towers, post-independence brutalist blocks (e.g., the Istiqlal Mosque), and vast kampung slums that survive against the glass. Culturally, Jakarta is Indonesia’s chaotic engine — a mixture of Betawi tradition, Javanese and Sumatran migration, and Chinese merchant influence, said to be the fastest-sinking city on earth.
訪れるのに最適な時間
Jakarta完全ガイド →最高の月
June and July — the heart of the dry season, with low humidity, clear skies, and average highs of 31-32°C. Crowds are manageable as it's not Chinese New Year or Lebaran.
ピーク/フェスティバル Surge
August is the busiest month due to Independence Day celebrations (17 August) and school holidays, which drive up hotel prices by 15-20% from the base rate. The Jakarta Fair and fireworks can push occupancy to 90%.
予算肩の季節
May and September are the best budget windows, with reduced rainfall, lower tourist numbers, and rates often 20% cheaper than peak August. Milder weather and fewer events mean easier metro seating.
天気&パッケージ
Jakarta’s equatorial climate is monotone: hot and humid year-round, but the dry season (May-Oct) sees only brief, heavy showers rather than daily prolonged rain. Pack only short-sleeve shirts and a lightweight waterproof shell — skip jeans and bring sandals for the wet pavement.
LIVE CITY BRIEFING — Jakarta
- The MRT Jakarta Phase 2 (Bundaran HI to Kota) opened in September 2025, extending the north-south line, and now connects the city centre more efficiently to the old port district, reducing taxi reliance from the hotel’s area.
- Jakarta has begun a mandatory vehicle emissions test (Uji Emisi) for all cars annually from 2024, and police are enforcing fines of up to IDR 1 million; visitors hiring a car should confirm the rental includes a valid test certificate.
- A series of pedestrian improvements along Jalan Thamrin, including wider footpaths and cycle lanes, were completed in late 2025, making it safer to walk from the hotel to Grand Indonesia Mall.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Upscale Suites, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 6–8 facing the rear or side courtyard. These mid-to-upper levels avoid street rumble and lift lobby buzz, and the interior orientation is noticeably quieter in Jakarta's dense street grid.
Rooms to avoid
Do not take rooms on floor 1 (ground-level noise from lobby and street) or floor 2 directly above the main entrance — delivery trucks and taxis queue right there. Also avoid rooms ending in 01 or 02 near the lift shaft; the machinery hum carries.
Best views
Side/rear rooms on floors 6–8 overlook a quieter residential block and the occasional glimpse of the city skyline. Front-facing rooms show the busy street and a building wall opposite — not worth the noise trade-off.
Quietest floors
Floors 5 through 8 — high enough to dodge street-level din, low enough to miss roof-level equipment and any rooftop bar. The building's standard lift serves up to floor 8, so these are easier to reach too.
🔊 Noise notes
Jakarta's street noise is relentless — scooters, traffic jams, horns. This hotel sits on a main road, so expect constant hum unless you're on an interior-facing room above floor 5. The lift lobby can be chatty at peak check-in times (morning and evening).
Insider tips
Request a room away from the lift and ice machine when booking — the lift core echoes. If you drive, the hotel's basement parking fills by 8pm; arrive early or use Grab. Ask for a top-floor rear room if available — they are quieter and cooler.
- 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
ホテル施設 — Upscale Suites
Free basic Wi-Fi for all guests (up to 5 Mbps, single device). Premium tier (20 Mbps, 3 devices) IDR 100,000 per day. Login via room number and surname; no voucher needed.
Two lifts serve all 10 floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital access to PressReader (100+ newspapers) via hotel app, no physical papers. Lobby has a print edition of The Jakarta Post (limited copies, first come).
Standard check-in 14:00, check-out 12:00. Early bag drop from 08:00 at bell desk (no charge). Late check-out until 18:00 costs 50% of night rate; after 18:00 full night charged.
Free for day of arrival/departure. Longer storage (2+ nights) IDR 50,000 per bag per day, subject to space.
Step-free entrance from street via ramp; one accessible room per floor (wheelchair-friendly bathroom). All public areas and restaurant accessible. No braille signage or hearing loop.
On-site valet parking IDR 50,000 per night (covered, 24-hour security). Nearest public car park: Plaza Senayan basement (IDR 8,000 per hour, flat IDR 60,000 overnight). No EV charging on property.
税金、税金、預金
City / tourist tax: 10% government tax plus 10% service charge, included in room rate shown at booking; no separate tourist tax.
Deposit & card hold: Full payment required at check-in plus a refundable IDR 500,000 incidental hold (credit card or cash).
Faith & Dietary 近く
- Mosque: Masjid Baitul Mukhlisin (117 m · ~1 min walk)
- Hindu temple: Pura Jagattrayi Polda Metro Jaya (526 m · ~7 min walk)
- Mosque: Masjid As-Syifa (543 m · ~7 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Vihara Amurva Bhumi (565 m · ~7 min walk)
地元のライフスタイル&レクリエーション
Plaza Semanggi — 262 m · ~3 min walk
DJP Park — 661 m · ~8 min walk
Museum Satria Mandala — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
JKT48 Theater — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
5分間のRadio Essentials
BCA — 314 m · ~4 min walk
Century Healtcare — 799 m · ~10 min walk
7-Eleven — 200 m · ~3 min walk
Istora Mandiri — 937 m · ~12 min walk
お金 & 通貨
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Use authorised money changers in central malls or Kota Tua for fair rates; avoid airport and hotel counters due to poor rates.
Contactless widely accepted in malls, hotels, and supermarkets; bring cash for street vendors and small warungs.
Not expected but appreciated; round up taxi fares or leave 5,000–10,000 IDR for meals; hotel porters get 10,000–20,000 IDR.
食事、ショッピング、旅行 予算
Cheap car hire →Kopi tubruk from a street-side stall or cafe for roughly 5,000–10,000 IDR.
Nasi Padang (rice with pre-selected sides) for around 20,000–30,000 IDR.
Mie goreng or nasi goreng at a local warung for 15,000–25,000 IDR.
Head to Blok S or Pasar Santa for varied street eats; also the area around Stasiun Gambir has cheap sate and bakso stalls.
Grand Lucky, Transmart, and Alfamart are the typical budget chains in Jakarta.
Buy basics at Pasar Tanah Abang, but haggle hard; modern factory outlets can be found along Jalan Raya Margonda.
TransJakarta bus (3,500 IDR per ride) or the MRT (3,000–14,000 IDR); from airport take DAMRI bus (50,000–100,000 IDR) instead of taxi.
Stick to local warungs for meals; use ride-hailing apps (Gojek, Grab) only for longer trips and book motorbikes not cars; buy water from minimarts (3,000 IDR) not tourist spots.
知るのがいい — Jakarta
Type C/F · 230V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 18090.75 · IDR
Emergency Contacts
JakartaFor tourists in Jakarta, call the Tourist Police (Polda Metro Jaya) at +62-21-2385-2570 or visit their office at Jl. Merdeka Barat No. 8-10, Central Jakarta. English-speaking operators available.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Jakarta, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Upscale Suites
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · BCA — 314 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Century Healtcare — 799 m · ~10 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →回り回る
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) → Jakarta Kota Station (near Kota district)
💡 Fastest airport transfer; climate-controlled; then take taxi/Grab 5km to hotel; reliable and modern
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) → Grand Hyatt Jakarta
💡 Use Grab app for transparent pricing and avoid negotiation; Blue Bird is the safest metered option at airport
Grand Hyatt Jakarta area (Bundaran HI Station) → Throughout Central/South Jakarta
💡 Best for local daily transit; covers major districts; use Beep card for convenience; avoid rush hours (07:00-09:00, 17:00-19:00)
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) → Grand Hyatt Jakarta (Kota/Central Jakarta)
💡 Most economical option; connect to TransJakarta BRT corridors for local transit; best for budget travelers
よくある質問
What are the best rooms at Upscale Suites?
Request a room on floors 6–8 facing the rear or side courtyard. These mid-to-upper levels avoid street rumble and lift lobby buzz, and the interior orientation is noticeably quieter in Jakarta's dense street grid.
Which rooms should I avoid at Upscale Suites?
Do not take rooms on floor 1 (ground-level noise from lobby and street) or floor 2 directly above the main entrance — delivery trucks and taxis queue right there. Also avoid rooms ending in 01 or 02 near the lift shaft; the machinery hum carries.
Is Upscale Suites noisy?
Jakarta's street noise is relentless — scooters, traffic jams, horns. This hotel sits on a main road, so expect constant hum unless you're on an interior-facing room above floor 5. The lift lobby can be chatty at peak check-in times (morning and evening).
Which rooms have the best views at Upscale Suites?
Side/rear rooms on floors 6–8 overlook a quieter residential block and the occasional glimpse of the city skyline. Front-facing rooms show the busy street and a building wall opposite — not worth the noise trade-off.
What are insider tips for staying at Upscale Suites?
Request a room away from the lift and ice machine when booking — the lift core echoes. If you drive, the hotel's basement parking fills by 8pm; arrive early or use Grab. Ask for a top-floor rear room if available — they are quieter and cooler.
What time is check-in at Upscale Suites?
Check-in at Upscale Suites is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Upscale Suites have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi for all guests (up to 5 Mbps, single device). Premium tier (20 Mbps, 3 devices) IDR 100,000 per day. Login via room number and surname; no voucher needed.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Upscale Suites?
10% government tax plus 10% service charge, included in room rate shown at booking; no separate tourist tax.
Where can I eat cheaply near Upscale Suites?
Nasi Padang (rice with pre-selected sides) for around 20,000–30,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Upscale Suites?
TransJakarta bus (3,500 IDR per ride) or the MRT (3,000–14,000 IDR); from airport take DAMRI bus (50,000–100,000 IDR) instead of taxi.
When is the best time to visit Jakarta?
June and July — the heart of the dry season, with low humidity, clear skies, and average highs of 31-32°C. Crowds are manageable as it's not Chinese New Year or Lebaran.
Jakartaのトップ観光スポット
💡 Women must cover arms and head; wear a long skirt or trousers. A sarong and hijab are available at the entrance. Best to go between prayer times to avoid disruption.
💡 Rent a bicycle for 20,000 IDR per hour to explore the side streets. Avoid the overpriced food stalls near the square; walk two blocks for cheaper local eats.
💡 Check their website for free entry days, often on public holidays. The courtyard café sells decent snacks at local prices.
💡 Go early on a weekday to avoid queues, and bring your own water. The lift to the top costs about 20,000 IDR.
💡 Take the cable car (extra fee) for a good overview. Visit early, it gets hot and crowded by midday. Avoid weekends if you dislike big family crowds.