People say that Jakarta is a city of contrasts. That is certainly true in this historical contex. The city once the centre of foregn rule for 3,5 centuries was chosen by destiny to be the site where Indonesian's Independence was proclaimed.

As the nation's capital, Jakarta is able to show all the various art forms of all the regions and ethnic groups in the archipelago. Just riding trough Jakarta can be rewarding even for a moderately keen observer.

Conceived as a haven of relaxation and contemporary style, Alila Jakarta offers a cool, modern retreat for young urbanites and executives. The hotel’s clean, modern lines embrace an abstract-minimalist interior. The name Alila comes from Sanskrit meaning ‘surprise’, which suitably describes the refreshing character of the hotel and the reaction of most guests. This concept sets a trend for the city and is in keeping with the emergent energy of Jakarta.