Hotel Borobudur Jakarta is one of the city's largest hotels, with 695 rooms set in landscaped grounds in Central Jakarta. The size is part of its character: where most central hotels are towers, this one has gardens, a terrace, two outdoor pools, two indoor tennis courts, a basketball court and a health club, so it feels more like a resort than a business hotel. It has four restaurants and a bar, a spa offering hot stone massage, 32 meeting rooms and free parking, which makes it popular with groups, families and event guests. The location is convenient for the historic core: the National Monument park is about a thirteen-minute walk, and Gambir station, the main intercity rail hub, is about the same distance on foot.
Location and getting around
Central Jakarta is the right base for the Merdeka Square area, and from here you can reach Istiqlal Mosque, Jakarta Cathedral and the National Museum by a short ride or a hot walk. Gambir station is useful if you plan to take a train to another city, and the Bundaran HI MRT station is about six minutes away by car.
Distances in Jakarta are measured in traffic rather than kilometres, so ask the front desk to arrange a car for longer trips and avoid rush hours when you can. Check the airport transfer time for your flight, since journeys can take far longer than the nominal time at busy hours.
Rooms and facilities
The hotel offers free Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, 24-hour room service, laundry and dry cleaning and a corner shop. The two outdoor pools and the gardens are the main draw, giving children space to run and adults a place to rest in the afternoon heat. The tennis courts and health club suit guests who want exercise, and the spa is a good way to relax after a day of sightseeing.
Breakfast is usually charged separately unless included, and the airport shuttle is available for a fee. With so many rooms, there is a wide range of room types, so check the details of the room you book.
Good to know
Because of its size and its event facilities, the hotel can be busy with conferences and weddings, so ask about the likely atmosphere on your dates and request a quieter wing if you want calm. It is a practical choice for families who want a pool and green space without paying for the top tier of luxury, and for groups who want everything under one roof.
Compare it with the Thamrin hotels if you want to be on the MRT line, and with Menteng if you prefer a quieter, leafier neighbourhood. Book early for weekends and holiday periods, when local demand rises.
Why stay here
- ✓Two outdoor pools
- ✓Landscaped gardens and terrace
- ✓Four on-site restaurants and a bar
- ✓Spa with hot stone massage
- ✓Health club
- ✓Two indoor tennis courts
- ✓Free self-parking
- ✓Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Good questions
How far is Hotel Borobudur from Monas?+
The National Monument is about a thirteen-minute walk away, and Gambir station is about the same distance on foot.
Does the hotel have pools and sports facilities?+
Yes. There are two outdoor pools, two indoor tennis courts, a basketball court and a health club.
Is parking available?+
Free self-parking is available on site, and an airport shuttle can be arranged for a fee.
