Jakarta (CGK) - the ultimate Q&A thread
Apr 1, 2015, 11:24 pm
#542
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I would have added "smoke, sex" between each drugs comment, myself. It's been a decade since I had been to Stadium, though. With all the swordplay, and the above problems, it just wasn't interesting to me.
Apr 1, 2015, 11:28 pm
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Rare for me to ask as i'd normally answer 
But jumping the new new Garuda flights, but a connection has left me 6-7 hours in CGK. Not heading into town to see the relatives (will see them on return) - it's during the day. So thinking of paid for lounges, day rooms or anywhere within 20-30 minutes taxi (no golf!) that I could stretch my legs to see. I normal get out at CGK so not used to transitting (but as a result can do immigration quick and know my way around the airport).
I don't that free lounge access - so best paid for in the airport? (Will be going GA Intl to GA Domestic). Or can I get a day room at Sheraton (presume rip off). The in-airport hotel gets terrible reviews, a friend has mentioned FM7, and I know other places (POP? Ibis?) have cropped up, wouldn't mind paying for a room, a pool, and a place I can get a bintang?
Thanks in advance!
But jumping the new new Garuda flights, but a connection has left me 6-7 hours in CGK. Not heading into town to see the relatives (will see them on return) - it's during the day. So thinking of paid for lounges, day rooms or anywhere within 20-30 minutes taxi (no golf!) that I could stretch my legs to see. I normal get out at CGK so not used to transitting (but as a result can do immigration quick and know my way around the airport).
I don't that free lounge access - so best paid for in the airport? (Will be going GA Intl to GA Domestic). Or can I get a day room at Sheraton (presume rip off). The in-airport hotel gets terrible reviews, a friend has mentioned FM7, and I know other places (POP? Ibis?) have cropped up, wouldn't mind paying for a room, a pool, and a place I can get a bintang?
Thanks in advance!
I recall looking at the pricing for hotels. Other than the SPG property, 400/600k seemed the average. I'm not sure if they have a pool. I'd check on a hotel shuttle, as a taxi driver might not like the short ride.
Apr 2, 2015, 3:28 am
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I've never had to pay for a lounge, but I wouldn't think they were more than $25-35. I've also never been excited by the lounges, either. You won't be confusing them with The Pier or Wing.
I recall looking at the pricing for hotels. Other than the SPG property, 400/600k seemed the average. I'm not sure if they have a pool. I'd check on a hotel shuttle, as a taxi driver might not like the short ride.
I recall looking at the pricing for hotels. Other than the SPG property, 400/600k seemed the average. I'm not sure if they have a pool. I'd check on a hotel shuttle, as a taxi driver might not like the short ride.
I have a secret love - the smell of Kretek at the airport when I get out - so rather not be stuck in air conditioned lounge in transit!
And thanks BMB - from the hundreds of drives to/from the airport I can't remember seeing anything worthy of stopping to see, wasn't sure of the other direction.
As an aside, is their any movement on the Jakarta Skytrains? Are the concrete structures still all over the place? I'm presuming not!
Apr 3, 2015, 5:24 am
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They offer day rates of $20 or so including transfer and use of their spa/pool: no idea if that includes a room for a couple of hours as well. If you keep your expectations at the $20 level you're unlikely to be disappointed
Apr 7, 2015, 5:48 am
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I've stayed at the FM7 "resort" a few times, and I've been perfectly happy with it as one-nighter. Transfers work well.
They offer day rates of $20 or so including transfer and use of their spa/pool: no idea if that includes a room for a couple of hours as well. If you keep your expectations at the $20 level you're unlikely to be disappointed
They offer day rates of $20 or so including transfer and use of their spa/pool: no idea if that includes a room for a couple of hours as well. If you keep your expectations at the $20 level you're unlikely to be disappointed
Apr 13, 2015, 5:48 pm
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That said, even if you're not checking bags, a 7:15pm flight would give me more peace-of mind (say, if your flight is late coming in, or if immigration queues are as clogged as usual). Waiting an extra 45 minutes isn't too bad.
Apr 15, 2015, 1:33 pm
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Can I get an update on the CGK airport hotel? heard it's closed indefinitely
As for the FM7 how are transit times around 7pm? I keep being told traffic is horrid but we arrive at 6pm, leave for Sorong 1:10am. That *should* be long enough for a shower, food and some rest is it not?
As for the FM7 how are transit times around 7pm? I keep being told traffic is horrid but we arrive at 6pm, leave for Sorong 1:10am. That *should* be long enough for a shower, food and some rest is it not?
Jun 1, 2015, 12:48 pm
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OK knowledgable peeps.
Any recommendations for 2 bed suites in CGK - reasonably central (closer to national monument the better). Don't mind if it's bland, or a chain (can be good for upgrades?) - reasonably prices (under US$100 a night?).
Any suggestions or clever ideas?
Any recommendations for 2 bed suites in CGK - reasonably central (closer to national monument the better). Don't mind if it's bland, or a chain (can be good for upgrades?) - reasonably prices (under US$100 a night?).
Any suggestions or clever ideas?
Jun 1, 2015, 10:41 pm
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OK knowledgable peeps.
Any recommendations for 2 bed suites in CGK - reasonably central (closer to national monument the better). Don't mind if it's bland, or a chain (can be good for upgrades?) - reasonably prices (under US$100 a night?).
Any suggestions or clever ideas?
Any recommendations for 2 bed suites in CGK - reasonably central (closer to national monument the better). Don't mind if it's bland, or a chain (can be good for upgrades?) - reasonably prices (under US$100 a night?).
Any suggestions or clever ideas?
Jun 3, 2015, 3:26 am
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Thanks for the suggestion. I ended up getting Aston at Kuningan Suites for about US$90 (flash sale) - reviews seem fine for what they offer.
I did have my eye on the Mercure Sabang, but would have needed to be 2 rooms.
I did have my eye on the Mercure Sabang, but would have needed to be 2 rooms.
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Jun 14, 2015, 9:32 am
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