Hotel Gran Mahakam Jakarta opened its doors in 1998 and has quickly become known as one of the city’s most desirable and charming five-star hotels. Located in the prime residential area of South Jakarta, the boutique hotel is only few minutes away from the central business district and a 35-minute drive from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.
Plush surroundings
The hotel is surrounded by a host of sumptuous facilities: trendy shopping centres containing boutiques from famous fashion designers; art shops offering the finest traditional Indonesian crafts; superb restaurants and entertainment spots.
Distinctly European architecture is the hallmark of Hotel Gran Mahakam. The unique ambience and attention to detail is a pleasure from arrival to departure. The baroque façade, with ornamentation in modern classic style, creates an impression of warmth, comfort and ease at the first glance.
The hotel’s lobby is immediately welcoming, with its elegant interior design making every guest feel at home. Customers are treated to Indonesian hospitality and efficient, personalised service when staying at Hotel Gran Mahakam. The 158 rooms and duplex suites are furnished in elegant and luxurious style: the rooms are decked out with the finest furniture and modern facilities that meet both five-star international standards and the criteria of the most demanding traveller.
Delicious dishes
Not to be missed is the famous Le Gran Café Restaurant. Its modern vibe makes a positive impression on customers. Touches of gold, precious onyx stones and a flawless blend of parquet and marble flooring are the main elements of the new Le Gran Café. Professional chefs prepare a wide selection of food: from the superb international buffet to time-honoured Indonesian cuisines, every taste is catered for. Nasi bali and nasi campur are two of Le Gran Café’s most delicious signature dishes.
The spa cabins, with their bronze mirrors, marble walls and touches of dark wood, are a stylish space from which to view the city
For lovers of Japanese food, AOKI Japanese Cuisine is quickly becoming the most stylish dining venue in the city. The decor is modern and offers diners privacy while they enjoy authentic Japanese delicacies. With a warm combination of earthy and natural tones, this refurbished restaurant boasts dark wooden walls with touches of flower-pattern wallpaper, comfortable white and green leather seating, spacious wooden tables, black marble flooring and warm lighting. Smoked glass screens, overlaid with a decorative ornamentation of cut glass, act as a panel to separate the public and private realms. Favoured dishes include the dry sukiyaki and shabu-shabu served in kaminabe paper.
Hotel Gran Mahakam is also recognised as the most fashionable hangout in south Jakarta. The Regal Bar and Lounge has contributed greatly to this reputation. The venue has been recently renovated with a warm combination of dark grey walls, wooden flooring, and stylish wingback sofas designed by Tom Dixon. Besides the cosy ambience, the bar offers customers a variety of light snacks, tempting cocktails or simply a soothing cup of tea. Guests are entertained by the harmonious melody of the piano – the perfect accompaniment to business meetings or intimate gatherings with friends.
Slick business
For exclusive events, business conferences or wedding receptions, Hotel Gran Mahakam has function rooms and a ballroom served by a professional and highly trained team. The versatile spaces can be skilfully adapted to suit any occasion. The excellent facilities have seen it voted Business Destinations’ Best Business Hotel, Indonesia, 2013.
The hotel also unveiled its new spa, SPA at Hotel Gran Mahakam, in January 2013. It’s a perfect getaway for business travellers and families, allowing guests to unwind after a day’s work or indulge in a pampering session over the weekend. The spa cabins, with their bronze mirrors, marble walls and touches of dark wood, are a stylish space from which to view the beautiful city. The spa has one double and one single treatment room, each equipped with personal steam rooms. Try one of the hotel’s unique spa treatments, such as the Mahakam signature massage, which integrates Swedish, deep tissue, sports massage and other techniques. The hotel’s therapist also provides customised massages. Benefits include improved circulation, relief of muscle tension, increased mobility, pain relief, and stress reduction.
Hotel Gran Mahakam could be the perfect one-stop destination, the romantic gateway, an escape from the bustle of business, or a relaxing break for you and your family.
