Review: Aloft Jakarta Wahid Hasyim
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During my stay in Southeast Asia, I spent 2 nights in Jakarta. First at The St. Regis Jakarta and then in this Aloft Jakarta Wahid Hasyim hotel, part of this review.
Aloft Jakarta Wahid Hasyim – Booking
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- Annual fee
- $120
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Aloft Jakarta Wahid Hasyim – Location
Aloft Jakarta Wahid Hasyim is located in the heart of Jakarta, Indonesia. It is ideally located close to tourist attractions, airports and local government offices. Nearby sites include the Grand Indonesia shopping center and the National Monument.
Aloft Jakarta Wahid Hasyim – Check-in
Like all hotels in Indonesia, a security check is carried out before accessing the lobby area. The first check takes place at the parking entrance (which is free, although I wouldn’t recommend driving in Jakarta). The second takes place before entering the building.
The lobby area is spacious, and it’s nice to sit back and enjoy a drink at the WXYZ bar. Incidentally, as my room wasn’t quite ready yet, the front desk offered me an iced coffee to tide me over.
You can also borrow small bicycles to get around Jakarta.
Near the reception, you’ll also find a convenience store and a pool table (as in all Aloft hotels worldwide, such as the Aloft Bangkok Sukhumvit 11 hotel I visited a few days earlier in Bangkok).
Aloft Jakarta Wahid Hasyim – Bedoom
My room at the Aloft Jakarta Wahid Hasyim was on a high floor. Like what you’ll find in other Aloft brand hotels worldwide, I wasn’t disoriented.
To personalize this standard room, the staff at Aloft Jakarta Wahid Hasyim arranged the towels in the shape of an animal on the bed.
As for the bathroom, it features a large shower (with good pressure).
What’s more, a welcome note was waiting for me on the room mirror (along with a lovely welcome gift). A much-appreciated touch of personalization!
Aloft Jakarta Wahid Hasyim – Breakfast
Due to a 6 a.m. takeoff, I was, unfortunately, unable to enjoy breakfast at this Aloft Jakarta Wahid Hasyim hotel.
Please note that there are several eat & drink options:
- The Nook restaurant offers a wide selection of Indonesian and Western dishes near the swimming pool.
- The WXYZ bar is a popular evening spot for cocktails and background music, located close to reception.
- Re:Fuel is a 24-hour convenience store where you can get takeaway meals, including fruit, bagels, sandwiches and drinks.
Aloft Jakarta Wahid Hasyim – Other services
Aloft Jakarta Wahid Hasyim – Swimming pool
The swimming pool at Aloft Jakarta Wahid Hasyim is not particularly inviting. It’s small and doesn’t get much natural light (tucked away between two floors), and the railings make it feel like a prison!
Aloft Jakarta Wahid Hasyim – Gym
The gym at Aloft Jakarta Wahid Hasyim is located near the swimming pool. It’s a small but well-equipped (and air-conditioned) room with plenty of natural light.
Aloft Jakarta Wahid Hasyim – Around the hotel
Here are the 11 best things to do around the Aloft Jakarta Wahid Hasyim hotel:
- Grand Indonesia Mall
- Istiqlal Mosque
- Saint Mary of the Assumption Cathedral, Jakarta
- Ancol Dreamland
- National Monument (MONAS)
- Thousand Islands
- National Museum
- Bank Indonesia Museum
- Beautiful Indonesia in Miniature Park
- Jakarta Old Town
- Central Park
Here are some suggestions for activities to book with our partner Viator:
Aloft Jakarta Wahid Hasyim – My overall impression
The Aloft Jakarta Wahid Hasyim hotel is a good option if you’re looking for a low-cost hotel, both in points and money. However, for a more extended stay, you may prefer a slightly more upmarket property such as The Hermitage – a Tribute Portfolio Hotel – Jakarta or The St. Regis Jakarta.
- Annual fee
- $120
- Our valuationMilesopedia first-year estimate First-year valueWelcome bonus$600Total$600$100 deferred bonus, excluded from the first-year estimate and not counted in this total.Rewards on your spending are not included. The calculator that adds them from your own profile is on the card's page.
- $600
- Welcome offerAfter $3,000 in 3 months
- Up to 70,000 points
Apply Now
on American Express's website
Apply with confidenceCheck whether your application will be approved before you submit it, with no impact on your credit score*When you apply for a personal American Express Credit Card, we will tell you whether you are eligible without affecting your credit score. So you can apply with confidence.*Instant decisions are only available for consumer Card applications (also called “personal Cards”).
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