Pondok Aren Travel Guide
Jakarta
Visit Pondok Aren
Popular places to visit
Grand Indonesia
Shop at wide-ranging retail outlets, dine on local delicacies and enjoy family-friendly entertainment at this huge mall in downtown Jakarta.
Taman Mini Indonesia Indah
Discover the captivating diversity of the Indonesian archipelago at the typical houses, museums and gardens of this all-encompassing theme park.
Bundaran HI
In the heart of downtown Jakarta is this grand monument, which symbolizes the city’s openness in welcoming visitors from home and abroad.
Istiqlal Mosque
Mingle with the thousands of worshippers who come to pray at this modern mosque, which is one of the largest in Southeast Asia.
National Monument
Standing high above the city skyline, this giant sculpture boasts superb views and some of the most important documents in Indonesia’s history.
Pasar Baru
During your visit to Jakarta, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Pasar Baru. Visit the area's monuments or simply enjoy its cafes.
Things to do
Jakarta: Half-Day Highlights Tour
Plaza Premium Lounge at Soekarno–Hatta Int Airport (CGK)
Best of Lombok: Tribe Villages, Traditions & Waterfalls
Top hotels in Pondok Aren
DoubleTree by Hilton Jakarta Bintaro Jaya
Overall was great. The staffs pleasure to deal with. Just a reminder for a 5 star hotel to keep up the room/bathroom maintenance so everything stays nice, tidy, clean, and doesn’t wear out easily thats important thing. As a 5 star hotel, please maintain consistent air-conditioning throughout the ...
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Ashley Tang Menteng Jakarta
Noisy after 10pm from other rooms
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Ashley Wahid Hasyim Jakarta
Free laundry which is a plus. Room was very clean and breakfast was great.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Mercure Jakarta Gatot Subroto
Can hear the sound of traffic
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Grand Hyatt Jakarta
Outstanding
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Pan Pacific Jakarta
Modern, clean, very professional and friendly staff, decent size room, stable shower temperature, nice view, next to a mall with good food and coffee options
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Pondok Aren
Bumi Serpong Damai
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Bumi Serpong Damai. You might want to make time for a stop at Aeon Mall BSD City or TerasKota.
Kemang
Kemang is well liked for its bars, and you can visit sights like Blok M Square and South Jakarta Mayors Office if you have time to explore the area.
Sudirman Central Business District
You'll enjoy the restaurants and spas in Sudirman Central Business District. You might want to make time for a stop at Kidzania or Pacific Place.
Senayan
Shopping and bars are highlights of Senayan. Make a stop by Kidzania or Pacific Place while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Istora MRT Station to get around town.
Kuningan
Kuningan is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Kuningan City Mall and Ambassador Mall while in the area.
Setiabudi
Noted for its shopping and spas, there's plenty to explore in Setiabudi. Top attractions like Kuningan City Mall and Ambassador Mall are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bendungan Hilir MRT Station or Bendungan Hilir Station to see more of the city.
