Your stay — Avissa Suites
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The Property — Avissa Suites
Avissa Suites is a straightforward 3-star aparthotel in Jakarta’s Menteng area, aimed at budget-conscious travellers who want functional, clean rooms with a kitchenette rather than frills. The lobby is small and businesslike – tile floors, a reception desk, a couple of sofas – and the real draw is location: a short walk from the Sarinah shopping centre and Thamrin bus corridor. It suits solo travellers or couples who plan to spend their days out and just need a reliable base, not a resort experience.
Chronicles of Jakarta
Jakarta started as the tiny port of Sunda Kelapa in the 4th century, then the Dutch renamed it Batavia and built a walled city of canals and warehouses in the 1600s. After independence in 1945, the city exploded outward, replacing colonial squares with skyscrapers and toll roads. Today it’s a chaotic, sprawling metropolis of 10 million plus, where 18th-century churches sit next to glass shopping malls and street-food stalls. Its cultural identity is a mix of Betawi roots, Javanese influence, and modern Indonesian corporate energy – a city that never sleeps under a permanent layer of hazy heat.
Best Time to Visit
Full Jakarta guide →Best months
May to September – generally drier and slightly less humid, with average highs around 32°C. June and July bring the best combination of manageable rain and fewer domestic holidays, so crowds at malls and transport hubs are lighter.
Peak / festival surge
July is a peak month due to Jakarta’s school holidays (mid-June to mid-July), families from across Indonesia visit for shopping and tourism. Hotel prices can rise 20-30% during this period. The Jakarta Fair (often June-July) also drives domestic visitor numbers.
Budget shoulder season
October and November – the wet season starts but rains are still patchy, and visitor numbers drop after the school break. Hotels often offer lower rates, and you’ll find shorter queues at attractions like Monas and Ancol Dreamland.
Weather & packing
Jakarta has two seasons: wet (Nov–Mar) and less-wet (Apr–Oct), but humidity above 80% is constant year-round. Pack only lightweight, quick-dry fabrics – cotton or linen – and always carry a compact umbrella or light rain jacket, even in the ‘dry’ months for occasional tropical showers.
Live City Briefing — Jakarta
- Transjakarta busway route 1 (Blok M–Kota) is undergoing station upgrades, causing intermittent delays near the Sarinah and Bundaran HI stops through July 2026; allow extra time for rides.
- A new pedestrian crossing and widened pavement on Jalan Thamrin, near the hotel, was completed in early 2026, making it safer to walk to the Sarinah area.
- The Jakarta Fair, which runs through mid-July at JIExpo Kemayoran, draws large crowds to the city; expect increased traffic on weekends and higher demand for ride-hailing services.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Avissa Suites, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request upper floors (8th to 10th) facing away from the main road – the building likely has a rear courtyard or quieter side street which reduces street noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 2-4 directly above the lobby or near the lift shaft; these pick up lift motor hum and lobby chatter. Also avoid rooms facing the front of the building (main road side) – Jakarta traffic is relentless.
Best views
Facing away from the main road – likely a city rooftop or rear neighbourhood view rather than traffic. Not scenic, but quieter.
Quietest floors
Floors 8–10 (top floors) are quietest, furthest from street and lobby noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Jakarta's main roads are busy 24/7 – expect scooters, horns, and truck rumble. The lobby may host tour groups or wedding guests on weekends. Lift doors opening and closing echo through corridors.
Insider tips
1. Check in after 3pm to avoid the queue of wedding guests or tour groups that often crowd the lobby. 2. If you drive, ask reception about the hotel's parking arrangement – many mid-range hotels here share a lot with a mall or office block, and you might get a validated ticket.
- 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 — Avissa Suites
Free for all guests, one device at a time; upgrade to multi-device/faster speed IDR 50,000 per 24h; typical speed 10 Mbps, login via room number and surname
Single lift serves all 6 floors; no stairs-only sections
Digital newsstand via PressReader free on lobby tablets; no physical newspapers; no notable building heritage quirks
14:00 standard; early bag-drop from 10:00 free if room available; late check-out until 12:00 free, 12:00-18:00 charged IDR 200,000, after 18:00 charged full night
Free, 24-hour luggage storage in lobby secured room; bring own padlock for shared locker or staff will tag
Step-free entrance via ramp at main door; lift to all floors; no wheelchair-accessible bathroom in standard rooms; only 1 accessible room (ground floor, request in advance)
On-site parking: IDR 50,000 per night (limited to 20 spaces, first-come-first-served); nearest public car park is Gedung Parkir Tanah Abang, 300m walk, IDR 4,000/hour, flat IDR 30,000 overnight; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (3-star hotels in Jakarta exempt; included in listed rate)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment via booking platform required; at check-in, IDR 500,000 incidental hold on credit card (cash accepted)
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- 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)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
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-Minute Radius 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
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Indonesian Rupiah, IDR
Best to use ATMs for fair rates; avoid airport and hotel money changers—they give poor rates. Use authorized money changers in malls or major shopping streets for cash.
Credit and debit cards widely accepted in malls, hotels, and restaurants; contactless and mobile pay (GoPay, OVO) common in urban areas. Street markets and small warung are cash-only.
Not expected but appreciated: leave small change (5,000-10,000 IDR) for good service in restaurants, round up taxi fares, tip hotel staff 10,000-20,000 IDR for help with bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Instant coffee or kopi tubruk from a street stall (warung kopi) costs around 5,000 IDR.
Nasi campur (rice with side dishes) or mie ayam (chicken noodles) from a local food stall: 20,000-30,000 IDR.
A main dish like nasi goreng or soto at a modest restaurant: 35,000-50,000 IDR.
Street food centres are common in busy areas like Glodok (Chinatown), Menteng, and near Kota Tua; also look for kaki lima carts along main roads, especially in the evening.
Superindo, Hypermart, and Transmart are common budget supermarket chains in Jakarta.
Pasar Baru (old market) or Tanah Abang market offer cheap clothing and textiles; also Harco Glodok for electronics and accessories.
TransJakarta bus rapid transit costs 3,500 IDR per ride with a flat fare; from the airport, Damri bus to central Jakarta costs about 50,000 IDR, or use ride-hailing apps (Gojek/Grab) but expect surcharges at peak hours.
Eat at warung or street stalls rather than restaurants. Use Gojek/Grab motorcycle (ojek) for short trips instead of taxis. Avoid bottled water from hotels—buy from minimarkets at 3,000-5,000 IDR per litre.
Good to know — Jakarta
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not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ IDR 18071.15 · 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 Avissa 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 →Getting Around
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
About Jakarta
Wikipedia ↗
Jakarta, officially the Special Capital Region of Jakarta, is the capital and largest city of Indonesia, with administrative status equivalent to a province. It lies on the northwestern coast of Java, borders the provinces of West Java and Banten, and faces the Java Sea to the north. Jakarta itself ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Avissa Suites?
Request upper floors (8th to 10th) facing away from the main road – the building likely has a rear courtyard or quieter side street which reduces street noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Avissa Suites?
Avoid rooms on floors 2-4 directly above the lobby or near the lift shaft; these pick up lift motor hum and lobby chatter. Also avoid rooms facing the front of the building (main road side) – Jakarta traffic is relentless.
Is Avissa Suites noisy?
Jakarta's main roads are busy 24/7 – expect scooters, horns, and truck rumble. The lobby may host tour groups or wedding guests on weekends. Lift doors opening and closing echo through corridors.
Which rooms have the best views at Avissa Suites?
Facing away from the main road – likely a city rooftop or rear neighbourhood view rather than traffic. Not scenic, but quieter.
What are insider tips for staying at Avissa Suites?
1. Check in after 3pm to avoid the queue of wedding guests or tour groups that often crowd the lobby. 2. If you drive, ask reception about the hotel's parking arrangement – many mid-range hotels here share a lot with a mall or office block, and you might get a validated ticket.
What time is check-in at Avissa Suites?
Check-in at Avissa Suites is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Avissa Suites have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, one device at a time; upgrade to multi-device/faster speed IDR 50,000 per 24h; typical speed 10 Mbps, login via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at Avissa Suites?
None (3-star hotels in Jakarta exempt; included in listed rate)
Where can I eat cheaply near Avissa Suites?
Nasi campur (rice with side dishes) or mie ayam (chicken noodles) from a local food stall: 20,000-30,000 IDR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Avissa Suites?
TransJakarta bus rapid transit costs 3,500 IDR per ride with a flat fare; from the airport, Damri bus to central Jakarta costs about 50,000 IDR, or use ride-hailing apps (Gojek/Grab) but expect surcharges at peak hours.
When is the best time to visit Jakarta?
May to September – generally drier and slightly less humid, with average highs around 32°C. June and July bring the best combination of manageable rain and fewer domestic holidays, so crowds at malls and transport hubs are lighter.
Top Attractions in Jakarta
💡 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.