Business travelers now have a new option in Jakarta following the introduction of The Westin Jakarta on Monday.

Dubbed the city's tallest hotel, the property sits between the 50^th and 69^th floors of the mixed-use Gama Tower on Jl. Rasuna Said in Kuningan, South Jakarta. With a soft opening slated for Aug. 26, it boasts 360-degree views of the city, from surrounding areas to the faraway shores of North Jakarta that are visible on a clear day.

“Our tagline is: you pay for the room, the view is free,” said general manager Arun Kumar.

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Up to 272 rooms are provided at the hotel, including presidential suites, all decorated with a combination of contemporary and traditional elements, with prices starting at Rp 1.98 million++ (US$150) on weekends and Rp 2.38 million++ on weekdays until September.

Meanwhile, among its facilities are an all-day dining restaurant named Seasonal Tastes, an indoor swimming pool, gym, spa and a grand ballroom that can accommodate 1,500 people. In October, the establishment will also host a rooftop Japanese-Peruvian restaurant between the 67^th and 69^th floors dubbed Henshin.

The Westin Jakarta is a branch of Starwood Hotels & Resorts, which also owns the Sheraton, St. Regis and Le Meridien hotels. It is expected to hold a grand opening by the end of this year. (kes)

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