Jakarta

[Traveler1234]

Well I booked on the lowest cost flight I could find (semi mistake) from Hong Kong whereby I will be landing at CGK (China Air) after 8pm, plus my flight back is at 6:35am. Based on the wealth of information I was planning to stay at the Ambhara Hotel in the Southern part of the city. Does anyone know if the hotel desk at the airport will still be open that late plus would it be difficult to get a cab at 4am in the morning. Any info will be appreciated.

You can take a silver bird from airport to hotel and tell him to keep the meter going/on, and wait for you to catch your next morning flight out.....

[ABCinLA]

Well I booked on the lowest cost flight I could find (semi mistake) from Hong Kong whereby I will be landing at CGK (China Air) after 8pm, plus my flight back is at 6:35am. Based on the wealth of information I was planning to stay at the Ambhara Hotel in the Southern part of the city. Does anyone know if the hotel desk at the airport will still be open that late plus would it be difficult to get a cab at 4am in the morning. Any info will be appreciated.

[Notidik]

I love Jakarta but I think your taxis didn't take any creative short cuts through the less savoury sections then.

JAD, Menteng, Knight1001, Ebowan and any other fellow members I might know here,

I'm planning my next trip there soon (within 2 weeks) and if you're still interested in the Durex Play condoms or any other items let me know. Incidentally how is Jakarta for shops selling sexual aids/enhancers/equipment? (I never really looked into this before) In Malaysia we have a small chain of shops (please check out their website: www.ineedhouse.com) and would be curious to find out if a similar range of material can be found in Jakarta. Thanks guys.

Incidentally I noticed that this is will be logged as FR No:499 for me so I'll be saving no 500 for something exceptional in Jakarta - I've been busy chasing "freebies" in KL (free except for the hotel room and some simple - read inexpensive - meals).

MD II

Bro MD II,

I found these shops (though not looking for it) at Ambassador Mal. The stalls is in between ITC and the mal which is accessable from the 2rd floor onwards. If I am not mistaken it's on the 2nd but it's easily noticed. When you are there, the girl manning the stall would normally find you and the first thing they ask will be if you want ciallis.

Still the range is no where compared to the ones available in hatyai (suntiksut) or the ones available on the website you mentioned.

[Cum One]

Hi guys,

This is my 1st report on my numerous trips to Jkt. I usually take time to visit Stadium, 1001, Alexis and others. In all places we can say they are ok depending on what we look for and what's the budget. It's like having your meals in different places. The cost varies obviously. I normally haggle on the price but do give high tips for better performance and service. Going again this Christmas. You guys have fun.

[Artisto Art]

Next time stop at Kiosk to the left coming out of airport terminal for Alhamabra hotel. $58US if you get voucher at airport. Also, the manager at Alhamabra is way cool and will hook you up with some pretty interesting girls. He's a younger guy, 30s, and his name escapes me at the moment.

I really like the travel agnecy in the hotel. They really took care of me.

Cheers

[Knight 1001]

I love Jakarta but I think your taxis didn't take any creative short cuts through the less savoury sections then.

JAD, Menteng, Knight1001, Ebowan and any other fellow members I might know here,

I'm planning my next trip there soon (within 2 weeks) and if you're still interested in the Durex Play condoms or any other items let me know. Incidentally how is Jakarta for shops selling sexual aids/enhancers/equipment? (I never really looked into this before) In Malaysia we have a small chain of shops (please check out their website: www.ineedhouse.com) and would be curious to find out if a similar range of material can be found in Jakarta. Thanks guys.

Incidentally I noticed that this is will be logged as FR No:499 for me so I'll be saving no 500 for something exceptional in Jakarta - I've been busy chasing "freebies" in KL (free except for the hotel room and some simple - read inexpensive - meals).

MD II

MDII,

You are more than welcome. I still do not know what my schedule will be but I believe you have my phone number and if I am here, we'll get together. Thanks for the Durex play you left with Jad for us. I have yet to get it and try it. I have never used any toys of any kind for sex ... but it's nver too late I guess.
I know nothing of what may be available here as I never was interested in that in fact, so I am sorry that I cannot be of any help. We can look around when you are here though ...

Take care

Regards.

[Dom Perignon]

Hi guys.

I will be in JKT on Thursday evening and will go out for sure.

Someone of you is going to be around?

Ildom

[Master Diver II]

Gents, I just got back from an awesome 3 days in Jakarta and thanks for all the excellent info on this thread.

The City

I was very pleasantly surprised with Jakarta, it is actually a very pleasant city with nice tree lined streets and friendly people, much in contrast to the slum hellhole I had been expecting. The only negative about Jakarta is the traffic which makes getting round the city quite prohibitive.

I love Jakarta but I think your taxis didn't take any creative short cuts through the less savoury sections then.

JAD, Menteng, Knight1001, Ebowan and any other fellow members I might know here,

I'm planning my next trip there soon (within 2 weeks) and if you're still interested in the Durex Play condoms or any other items let me know. Incidentally how is Jakarta for shops selling sexual aids/enhancers/equipment? (I never really looked into this before) In Malaysia we have a small chain of shops (please check out their website: www.ineedhouse.com) and would be curious to find out if a similar range of material can be found in Jakarta. Thanks guys.

Incidentally I noticed that this is will be logged as FR No:499 for me so I'll be saving no 500 for something exceptional in Jakarta - I've been busy chasing "freebies" in KL (free except for the hotel room and some simple - read inexpensive - meals).

MD II

[Gonzo Two]

After a long time away from Kota, I went down to Berlian off Mangga Besar last night. The place seems to have been renovated a bit since last time I was there: it used to have a very brightly lit - too bright, really - reception area and a little bar next to it. This has been opened up to create a large bar, a bit more like Kartika down the road.

Berlian always gets mixed reviews. Some people walk out screaming about the old hags, other people like it. It's true that there are a lot of 30+ women there. On the other hand, these older workers do tend to compensate a bit by doing practically anything a client wants: if you ask around, anal, dildos, what have you, all seem to be on the menu. Also, since the renovation, they seem to have brought in some younger, prettier girls, too.

Had a session with Voni, or Foni. Pretty face, nice body, probably about 30. Fun to hang out with, but a little bit prim by Berlian standards. No kissing - well, okay, I can live with that - but no AR, either, and that's a bit disappointing. I've come to think of that as pretty standard in Jakarta. Still, good fun.

The rack rate is Rp 250,000, and a tip of about Rp 50,000 for normal service seems to be expected. Last orders at ten, but things seem to start winding down at nine on a weekday. Voni's phone rang twice while she had her mouth full, so I told her to take a break and deal with it quickly: the ojeg driver downstairs trying to hurry her up. Like a good professional, she told him to chill out and wait or fuck off.

With Melawai now trying to charge a standard Rp 400,000 this seems like a good alternative. I prefer places that charge lower rates so you can tip more: nice to be able to express appreciation for good service.

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[Bowerboy]

Gents, I just got back from an awesome 3 days in Jakarta and thanks for all the excellent info on this thread.

The City

I was very pleasantly surprised with Jakarta, it is actually a very pleasant city with nice tree lined streets and friendly people, much in contrast to the slum hellhole I had been expecting. The only negative about Jakarta is the traffic which makes getting round the city quite prohibitive.

Where to stay

Stayed at Ambhara Hotel which was recommended on this site and cost 1,000,000 per night all in (a little over $100). It was an excellent choice and it would be hard to do better. It struck me that there is no one place to stay that is absolutely central to everything but this would almost fit the bill but most importantly it is just across the road from Blok M which is where most of the fun was at. It is approximately 10 to 15 minutes from the 5 star nightclubs such as Tigguh Pula, CJ’s and Bats and literally a 4 minute walk from Blok M. To get to Kartika and Alexis it is a 45 to 80 minute drive depending on traffic. 45 minutes sounds far but really is not too bad and anyway I do not think it would be enjoyable to stay in the north Jakarta area where Alexis and Kartika are located. Also Ambhara is only 10 minutes from Kemang which is a great place to start the evening while you wait for things to get going which is typically 10pm onwards.

The Action

Our modus operandi was to do some cultural things in the morning and then hit the spas in the afternoon before heading to the bars in the evening. Alexis was superb, you simply have to try this place if you are in Jakarta. A lot has been written already on this place and it really lives up to the hype, a really fantastic experience and we ended up there on 2 of the afternoons. On the third afternoon we went to Kartika and at first we were hesitant as it is a lot different to Alexis! Once we got our heads round the place it turned out to be an excellent experience. The experience was every bit as good as Alexis but for different reasons, really excellent service and again highly recommended, not to be missed. There were definitely some decent looking girls there although you had to sort the diamonds from the rough. In the evenings we hit CJ’s and Bats and Tigguh Pula for a few warm up drinks before moving on to Blok M. I thought the girls in Blok M were every bit as good looking as the girls in the 5 star bars and obviously are half the price. As has been written, D’s Place and Top Gun were easily head and shoulders above the other bars and there were some beautiful girls there but again you had to sort the diamonds from the rough. Attitude and service from the girls was absolutely top class. Being so close to the hotel you could take girls back early in the evening and then come back for more later on!! Fantastic!! It did seem that the bars were much busier on Saturday night than they were on Sunday but then on Monday they have some sort of crazy night in D’s place which was absolutely brilliant, great fun and really great attitude from the girls (sexy dancing competition and a “Super Beeeeeeevvvvvoooooor” competition, the owner guy was a classic).

Summary

Great girls with top class service, great city. There is a bit of a weekend factor meaning the bars are busier on Friday and Saturday nights. Location is important and Ambhara definitely fits the bill. The most fun was to be had in Blok M bars and in my opinion it seemed a bit pointless to consider looking for girls in the 5 star bars as they are no better looking and the price is so much higher. You absolutely must visit Alexis and Kartika, you won’t regret it. Conclusion: An excellent place to go for partying and mongering, highly recommended. Next time will try to make it to Stadium.

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[Menteng]

At the end, I had a lot of time going back to the airport, so I tried to be stingy.
Trans-Jakarta to station Gambir for 3.5k, then the shuttle bus to the airport for 15k.
Reached the airport for 2 USD in only little more time compared to teksi.

Cheers!

For those staying in South Jakarta, you can take the DAMRI (shuttle) bus to the airport from the station, next to the Blok M Plaza building. Mind you, not from the Blok M terminal!!

[Ekspat]

Mates,
coming back after a terrific weekend in Jakarta, some highlights.

KL-CGK by business class with KLM is worth it.
1) Leaving the plane first secures a first place at the VOA counter.
2) Champagne is nice.
3) Waiting for the return flight in the lounge is convenient with lotsa free Gin/Tonic, food, internet and so on.
4) Finally it's just 500 RM more.

The GFE in Jakarta is still unbelievable.
Picked girls in 2 nights from Jaksa and BATS.
400k and 600k respectively. Wonderful LBFM's....

Went again two times in the afternoon to the area around train station Tanah Abang and met an "long time friend".
Well performed BBBJ in a rundown hotel room, 70k for the girl and 20k for the room.
Excellent value for money, but nothing for the faint hearted.

At the end, I had a lot of time going back to the airport, so I tried to be stingy.
Trans-Jakarta to station Gambir for 3.5k, then the shuttle bus to the airport for 15k.
Reached the airport for 2 USD in only little more time compared to teksi.

But having spent 700k for each night in hotel, roughly half million average fo girls each night, it's pretty ridiculous to save 80k for a cab.
But for the guys on budget maybe good to know it.

AC next week for christmas pilgrimage.
9 days and counting.....

Cheers!

[Mighty Spearsman]

Check this, Stadium has very recently renewed it's website, much better than it used to be: http://www.stadiumjakarta.com/floors.html, it nowadays also shows it's links to Sumo and Malioboro and you can listen to the hitlist. cheers.

Ditto to Bulai69, thanks for the link, and yes, I am also still smiling.

In particular, I chuckled at the description for the 3rd floor:

"you will find a pub and live music where you can hear famous international and local, as well as Stadium's home bands playing your favorite tune from the Top 40"

as it makes no mention of the brothel and fishbowl located there!

While I do know people who would go to Stadium's 4th floor for the music and scene (Stadium even has a best-selling CD of house/electronic music), I have yet to meet anyone who says "let's go to the Stadium's 3rd floor tonight, I want to hear my favorite Top 40 tunes."

[Bulai69]

Many thanks for posting that link - I am still smiling! "...one of the best clubs not only in Indonesia but also in the world.." Some might challenge that!

[Joel Goodsen]

where are the "rooms" at stadium.

Check this, Stadium has very recently renewed it's website, much better than it used to be: http://www.stadiumjakarta.com/floors.html, it nowadays also shows it's links to Sumo and Malioboro and you can listen to the hitlist. cheers.