Before you pack your bags, check out our handy information guide.

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Time Zone

GMT + 7

Language

The official language is Bahasa Indonesia, although English is widely spoken in tourist areas. Many older residents also speak Dutch, and Mandarin is spoken in the Chinatown area.

Currency

The Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) is the main currency and is available in the following denominations: 1,000, 2,000, 5,000, 10,000, 20,000, 50,000 and 100,000.

Electrical Standard

The local voltage is 220 volts AC. International adaptors and transformers are available in the hotel.

Shopping Hours

Monday to Sunday 10:30am to 9:30pm

Banking Hours

Monday to Friday 8am to 3pm
Weekends closed

Local Facilities

Embassies, major banks, ATM, currency exchange, and shopping and entertainment centres are all within walking distance.

Travel Visa Requirements

Visa requirements vary according to nationality. Please check with your travel agent or with the nearest Indonesian embassy or consulate.

Medical

The nearest hospital is only 3km, or a 15-minute drive from the hotel. The Global Assistance Clinic is about 6km or 30 minutes away.

Tips on Tipping

Tipping is not part of the local culture, however many restaurants add a service charge and taxis drivers will often round up to the next IDR 1000.

Public Holidays

Public HolidaysDate
New Year’s Day1 January 2009 
Chinese New Year26 January 2009
Maulid Nabi (Birth of the Prophet)9 March 2009
Good Friday10 April 2009
Vesak Day9 May 2009
Ascension Day of Jesus Christ21 May 2009
Indonesian Independence Day17 August 2009
Isra Miraj (Ascension of the Prophet)20 July 2009
Idul Fitri (End of Ramadan)21-22 September 2009
Idul Adha (Feast of the Sacrifice)28 November 2009
Islamic New Year18 December 2009
Christmas Day25 December 2009

Local Events

EventsDateEvents Details
Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival6-8 March 2009Useful Link Icon· Useful link
Jakarta Fashion and Food Festival15-23 May 2009Useful Link Icon· Useful link
Jakarta Great SaleJune to July
Jakarta Jazz Festival 28-30 November 2009Useful Link Icon· Useful link
Jakarta International Film FestivalDecember 2009Useful Link Icon· Useful link