Grand Hyatt Jakarta sits on Thamrin, the central avenue that runs through the business district, with the Bundaran HI roundabout two minutes away on foot and the Plaza Indonesia and Grand Indonesia malls effectively next door. That location is the main argument for staying here: the MRT station at Bundaran HI is a three-minute walk, so you can cross much of the city without sitting in traffic, and restaurants, shopping and the Thamrin skyline are on your doorstep. The hotel has 415 rooms across 15 room types, an outdoor pool and a children's pool, tennis courts, a gym with classes, sauna and steam rooms, and five on-site restaurants plus a bar and a cafe. It suits visitors who want a full-service base, business travellers, couples and families, and anyone who wants to arrive in Jakarta and have everything simple.
Location and getting around
The hotel is in Central Jakarta, so the Istiqlal Mosque, the cathedral, the National Museum and Merdeka Square are all a short ride north, and the Bundaran HI MRT station lets you skip the worst traffic for part of the way. The airport is about 44 minutes away by car in normal conditions, longer at rush hour.
Ride-hailing cars are easy to find at the door, and the hotel can arrange a roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a fee. Remember that distances in Jakarta are measured in traffic, not kilometres, so plan the day around one area at a time.
Rooms and facilities
With 15 room types, choose carefully. Club Access rooms add lounge privileges, which are worth it if you value a quiet breakfast and evening drinks away from the main restaurants. The outdoor pool is large, described as Olympic-sized and saltwater, with a separate children's pool and loungers, and there is a garden, a hair salon, a business centre, free bicycle rental and an EV charging station. Free Wi-Fi is provided in rooms. Breakfast is a buffet and is charged separately unless your rate includes it.
Good to know
Self parking is free and valet parking carries a fee. The hotel is part of a mall complex, which is convenient for shopping and dining but means the lobby area can be busy. Ask for a high floor for skyline views and a quieter room. It is the most expensive of the five hotels here, so look for rates that include breakfast, and consider a mid-week stay when business demand is balanced by weekend leisure rates.
Why stay here
- ✓Olympic-sized saltwater outdoor pool
- ✓Separate children pool
- ✓Five on-site restaurants
- ✓Club lounge access rooms
- ✓Gym with fitness classes
- ✓Tennis courts and sauna
- ✓Free self parking
- ✓MRT station three minutes on foot
Good questions
How far is Grand Hyatt Jakarta from the MRT?+
The Bundaran HI MRT station is about a three-minute walk, and the Plaza Indonesia and Grand Indonesia malls are one to two minutes away on foot.
Is there parking?+
Self parking is free, while valet parking carries a surcharge. A roundtrip airport shuttle is available on request for a fee.
Is it good for families?+
Yes, there is a children's pool, a large outdoor pool, tennis courts and a wide choice of restaurants, with malls next door for rainy afternoons.
