Originally Posted by GodErnst

I have stayed at both properties numerous times - you won't be disappointed with either but the traffic from the airport to Mega Kuningan can be awful - I have spent 2-2.5 hours in traffic jams to get to these hotels. If you only plan to overnight in Jakarta on your way to Bali and your flight arrives during peak hour (4-6pm in the evening) you might want to pick something closer to the airport (there is a Sheraton)

JW Advantages:
- Club lounge access if Elite - one of the better food spreads in SE Asia
- Better restaurant variety (Japanese, Cantonese, Buffet, Bar, Deli)

JW Disadvantages:
- Rooms at Ritz are superior
- Security is quite invasive due to 2 hotel bombings since 2004 (you will have to remove all metals from pocket and laptop from bag upon entering hotel)

Ritz Advantages:
- More 'luxe' lobby/rooms
- Less-invasive security
- Better (but more expensive) spa

Ritz Disadvantages:
- No lounge access unless you pay for Club Floor
- Only 2 restaurants (Italian + Buffet)