Everyone’s favourite holiday season is here! If you’re spending Christmas in Jakarta this 2023, you’ll be happy to hear that hotels and restaurants are putting on amazing feasts and spreads. Whether you’re after a Christmas Eve dinner, Christmas Day Lunch or Brunch or something entirely different, look no further, our list covers the best the capital has on offer.
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The Dharmawangsa Jakarta
Taking inspiration from a rich tapestry of Indonesian Christmas traditions, this exquisite hotel will showcase local customs and culinary delights this festive season. With events taking place at Jakarta and The Courtyard, decorated for the occasion, guests can expect a vibrant local market, brunch and dinners for the ultimate Christmas in Jakarta this 2023.
Available on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, indulge in time-honoured classics as the hotel presents a generous buffet and brunch spread at Jakarta and The Courtyard.
Executive Chef Emmanuel serves up succulent Christmas turkey, aromatic herb-crusted lamb rack, flavourful roasted US Prime OP rib, seared foie gras and the unique offering of raclette cheese. The Dharmawangsa Jakarta’s brunch favourites will also be available, including their seafood tower on ice, luxurious caviar, cheeses and charcuterie, barbecues and grills and an international selection of Japanese, Chinese and Italian cuisine. Live-action flambé of crêpe suzette with festive berries, festive pastries and Bûche de Noël (yule log) are served for a sweet finalé, alongside an assortment of French gâteaux and luscious chocolate pralines.
Christmas Eve Dinner (24 Dec) is available 7pm to 10pm; Christmas Day Brunch (25 Dec) available 11.30am to 3pm. Both programmes priced at IDR 995,000++ per adult and IDR 595,000++ per child (4-12) years old.
The Dharmawangsa Jakarta also presents this season’s Christmas Hampers featuring Christmas-themed cakes, cookies and the hotel’s signature coffee or tea (Available in 3 options, prices start from IDR 1,288,000nett). Traditional Indonesian hampers also available starting from IDR 988,000nett.
Book Now: +62 811 1025999 | reservation@the-dharmawangsa.com | the-dharmawangsa.com
InterContinental Jakarta Pondok Indah
This festive season, the five-star property has invited renowned artists and artisans to take part in their year-end offerings, with custom-made desserts and displays plus a luxury hamper creation. A whole roster of dining delights take stage starting 1 December to 1 January at their Sugar & Spice restaurant.
On 6 December 2023, at the hotel’s Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony, renowned Singapore-based food artist, Janice Wong, will reveal an extraordinary edible art wall. Savour the dessert artisan’s signature creations, made famous through her dessert bar, 2am, and bean-to-bar chocolate creations of Pure Imagination, and inventive ice cream of Soft Haus.
Continuing the dining experiences in December, Sugar & Spice will host an array of programmes every week leading up Christmas in Jakarta. Every Sunday (3, 10 and 17 December) enjoy a Festive Brunch, featuring traditional and contemporary festive dishes. Priced at IDR 688,000++ per person. On 7 December, don’t miss the ultimate meat treat at the Wagyu All-Star Cuts dinner, priced at IDR 788,000++ per person.
On 24 December, indulge in a sumptuous Christmas Eve Dinner that spotlights festive classics and gourmet specialties, priced at IDR 868,000++ per person. And two celebrations await on Christmas Day (25 Dec) with a hearty and wholesome Christmas Brunch (Priced at IDR 788,000++ per person) and a Christmas Dinner (Priced at IDR 588,000++ per person).
Adding to the magic of the season, InterContinental Jakarta Pondok Indah is proud to announce their collaboration with iconic Indonesian fashion designer, Biyan Wanaatmadja for their luxurious Christmas hampers. Only 30 pieces on offer, the hampers include an exquisite Italy-made silk scarf by Biyan, as well as a bottle of Duval Leroy Champagne.
Book Now: 0811 8143 888 (WA) | fbsales.icjakarta@ihg.com | jakartapondokindah.intercontinental.com
Chāo Cháo
Chāo Cháo, a dining haven located on the 25th floor of the Alila building with its open-air rooftop, is inviting discerning diners to experience their take on a magical Christmas season with their curated culinary offerings and cocktail specials.
Just for this festive season, Chāo Cháo unveils four exquisite food specials. Discover the opulence of the Golden Dynasty Trio dim sum, adorned with delectable caviar. Relish in the luxurious Winter Truffle Lobster paired with silky stir-fried egg whites. The succulent Glazed Rib Eye, perfectly harmonised with a rich barbecue sauce are ready to delight. To conclude your feast, the tantalising Mandarin Chocolate Yule Log Delight is an experience on a plate. These dishes can be savoured individually or as a part of a three-course family-style menu.
The festivities still continue at Chāo Cháo, revelling in the enchanting seasonal adornments, the restaurant invites guests to experience the Yum Cha Dynasty Christmas Edition exclusively on 24 and 25 December from 10.00 AM to 03.00 PM. Indulge in a culinary spectacle by the Chef’s Special creations, also including a Live Carving station and a collection of sensational desserts. Elevating the diners’ experience, there will be a soulful acoustic performance by Febiolus on Christmas Eve and groovy dynamic beats spun by DJ Nyemee and Dimas Pramata on Christmas Day.
Guests can enjoy Chāo Cháo’s signature Festive Season set menu for IDR 798,000++ per pax for parties of two or more. Due to high demand, securing your spot in advance is highly recommended, especially for weekend slots.
Book Now: +62 811 9628 001 | @chaochaojkt | chaochaojkt.com
The Westin Jakarta
Head to Indonesia’s tallest hotel and experience a one-of-a-kind festive season overlooking the Jakarta skyline. This year. The Westin Jakarta celebrates the year’s end with delectable dining programmes at Seasonal Tastes and Henshin lavish hampers, plus a special stay package.
For both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, Seasonal Tastes, located on the 51st floor, presents ‘Christmas Around the World’. This global buffet feast features diverse specialties from Europe, Asia and New Zealand. The dining experience will be complemented by a Christmas choir, photo booth and gifts for the kids.
Available on 24 and 25 December for lunch and dinner. Priced at IDR 988,000++ per adult, and IDR 494,000++ per child, inclusive of free-flow non-alcoholic beverage, plus one welcome Aperol Spritz or mocktail per person. (Club Marriott, Club Epicure and early bird reservations before 15 December: IDR 788,000++ per person).
At Henshin, the hotel’s refined Japanese restaurant on the 68th floor, Head Chef Diana Matute presents a six-course Omakase menu with ‘Nikkei Festivities’. This luxurious dinner experience is available on 24 and 25 December 2023, with seatings at 5pm, 7pm and 9pm. Priced at IDR 1,900,000++ per person; elevate your celebration with a bottle of Champagne, priced at IDR 2,500,000++.
The Westin Jakarta also shares this year’s Festive Hampers, with specially curated delicacies in a lavish soft pink suede box. Four options are available, including: Festive Cheer (Large Hamper) at IDR 3,750,000++, Glimmer Shimmer (Medium Hamper) at IDR 3,350,000++, Twinkle Taste (Box of four) at IDR 988,000++, and Merry More (Festive cake) at IDR 788,000++.
Book Now: +6287775002100 (WA) | febi.setianingrum@westin.com | westinjakarta.com
Pullman Jakarta Indonesia
Gather around and celebrate Christmas in Jakarta with a feast at Sana Sini Restaurant. For Christmas Eve Dinner on 24 December, enjoy a generous Christmas buffet featuring festive treats, premium meats and a range of delectable dishes from IDR 598,000++ per person. On Christmas Day, 25 December, Sana Sini has curated a special Christmas Brunch, featuring an assortment of festive menus, live music, close-up magic, and exciting festive kids’ activities. Available from 12-3pm, priced at IDR 688,000++ per person — 15% off early bird if you book before November 30th.
At Pullman Jakarta Indonesia’s Kahayangan Japanese Restaurant, sit down for an exceptional and intimate dining experience overlooking the city, available exclusively from 1 December to 1 January 2024. Indulge in a Teppanyaki Omakase at IDR 5,600,000++ for 2 persons, or choose from their iconic Shabu-Shabu, Sukiyaki or Yakiniku selections.
Prefer celebrating at home? Makaron Bakeshop will do the hard work for you with their ‘Turkey to Go’: an exquisitely prepared, 6-7kg Roasted Turkey, ideal for serving 6 to 8 guests, priced at IDR 3,500,000++. This includes Giblet Gravy, Cumberland Sauce, Glazed Seasonal Root Vegetables, and Dried Fruit Stuffing. Ensure a seamless experience with reservations required 24 hours in advance.
Looking for the perfect Christmas gift? Makaron Bakeshop’s ‘Magical Hamper’s will do the trick, featuring three, meticulously handcrafted options, including the Jolly Hamper, featuring 4 boxes of festive cookies at IDR 750,000++, the Jingle House with 5 boxes of festive cookies alongside a charming Pullman Teddy bear at IDR 850,000++ and the Noel Hamper, overflowing with 7 boxes of Festive cookies at IDR 1,000,000++. Available until January 14th, 2024. Enjoy a 15% Early Bird special for orders placed before November 30th, 2023.
Book Now: +62 21 3192 1111 | +62 815 1588 2360 (WA) | H8491@accor.com
AYANA Midplaza Jakarta
To celebrate Christmas in Jakarta, AYANA Midplaza brings a roster of programmes and promotions. At the hotel’s stylish all-day dining RASA Restaurant, experience the magic of the season as the venue transforms into a ‘Winter Wonderland’, with themed decor in shades of blue, white and silver. In this stunning setup, enjoy a sumptuous festive buffet feast available for Christmas Eve Dinner (24 December, 6-10pm) and Christmas Lunch (25 December, 12-3pm). This premium buffet will feature fresh seafood favourites from gravlax beetroot salmon, king crab leg, baby lobster, and lobster risotto; as well as Christmas classics including roasted turkey with bread stuff, chestnut and giblet gravy, plus gorgeous racks of Black Angus beef ribs.
Priced at IDR 758,000++ for adults and IDR 379,000 for children aged 7-12 years — early bird discount when booking by 10 December 2023. Dinner will be complemented by a magician, choir, and musicians, with a special appearance by Santa bearing gifts!
Over at the hotel’s health-focused café, Blue Terrace, a curated 4-course brunch menu has been prepared. Explore the delicate flavours of Roe and Egg – Caviar, Butter Poached Slipper Lobster, Turkey and Foie Gras. From amuse-bouche to dessert, enjoy the warmth of the family-style setting, with its wholesome aroma of freshly baked breads. Christmas Brunch is available 24 and 25 December, priced at IDR 588,000++ per person.
Christmas Stay Promotion — why not use the holiday season as the perfect excuse to treat yourself or indeed the family to a stay in this luxurious urban escape. From the resort-style swimming, to the sports facilities and the many Christmas feasts available, there’s plenty to enjoy this December. Christmas Festive Stay prices start from IDR 1,898,000++ per room per night, inclusive of daily breakfast at RASA Restaurant for two adults and two children under 12 years, 25% discount on spa treatments, 15% discount on food and beverage (non-alcoholic). Early bird 25% discount for bookings before 10 December. Valid for stays between 15-29 December 2023.
Discover AYANA Midplaza Jakarta’s full list of festive promotions here.
Book Now: +62 813-1578-9033 (WA) | reservation.jakarta@ayana.com | ayana.com
Sheraton Grand Jakarta Gandaria City Hotel
Sheraton Grand Jakarta Gandaria City Hotel is celebrating the festive season with dining experiences and delightful hampers. With a myriad of options, the first stop visitors can make is the Culinary Extravaganza at Anigre Restaurant. Experience a feast for the senses through an array of dining events starting from Christmas Eve Sparkling Dinner on 24 December 2023, at 06.00 PM until 09.00 PM. Enjoy Christmas carols, Santa’s company and relish yourself in a sparkling dinner with only IDR 688,000++ per person. Make your Christmas day worth every second with the Christmas Sparkling Brunch on 25 December 2023, starting at 11.30 AM – 03.00 PM. Every dish served at Anigre Restaurant is worth the penny spent, especially when it only costs IDR 688,000++ per person.
In the spirit of giving, the hotel has prepared a selection of exquisite hampers suitable for your colleagues, friends and family. With their Noel Hamper that features the delectable pineapple nastar, cheese kastengel, snow white cookies and choco crunch, this set of sweet treat is available for IDR 788,000++ per hamper.
With the Joel Hamper priced at IDR 1,388,000++ per hamper, you will be able to relish in their tantalising snow white cookies, cheese sagoo, oatmeal cookies, pineapple nastar, cheese kastengel and coco crunch cookies, complemented by a bottle of Charles du Lac Sparkling Grape juice. The Merry Hamper is a grandiose present for your favourite people with their regal selection of treats that include B&G wine and an assortment of six cookies: pineapple nastar, cheese kastengel, snow white cookies, cheese sagoo, choco crunch, and oatmeal cookies, and crowned by a distinguished bottle of B&G Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon from France. Available at IDR 1,688,000++ per hamper, this set will surely impress whoever receives it on their door steps.
Book Now: +62 811-1095-983 (WA) | reservation.jakartagandariacity@sheraton.com
Hotel Indonesia Kempinski
The hotel’s Signatures Restaurant has prepared a festive feast for Christmas celebrations. Indulge in a culinary extravaganza featuring succulent roast turkey, mouth-watering smoked beef, delightful seafood on ice and much more. Adding some classic traditions to their offerings, guests can enjoy special mulled wine to compliment their meal. Available on Christmas Eve (24 Dec) for dinner and Christmas Day (25 Dec) for brunch and dinner. Priced at IDR 868,000++ per person.
Over at premium Japanese restaurant, OKU, experience a special ‘Christmas Okukase’ featuring a six-course tasting menu with premium ingredients, priced at IDR 1,600,000++ per person, available 24 & 25 December; or indulge in a Bavarian Christmas with a hearty and meaty Paulaner Christmas Platter at Paulaner Bräuhaus Jakarta, priced at IDR 690,000++, available from 1 to 25 December 2023.
Hotel Indonesia Kempinski Jakarta also shares their exclusive hampers of the season, featuring their exquisite festive cookie collection. Hampers start from IDR 699,000 nett, available at Kempi Deli.
Book Now: 0877 7503 7507 | info.jakarta@kempinski.com | @hotelindonesia_kempinski
Gran Melia Jakarta
During this year’s festive season, Gran Melia Jakarta invites its guests to capture wonderful moments in the city’s golden triangle, from Christmas-themed workshops to indulgent festive feasts
On Christmas Day, 25 December 2023, gather with family at Café Gran Via to savour a sumptuous brunch experience featuring an exquisite spread of culinary delights for IDR 699,000++ per person. Embrace the joy of the season at this moment and event Santa Claus will be making a special appearance with gifts for the children. This indulgent family feast goes from 12pm to 3pm.
Book now: Festive Booklet | +62 811 8890 712 | fb.marketing@granmeliajakarta.com | granmeliajakarta.com
Episode Gading Serpong
To enliven Christmas Eve on 24 December 2023, Executive Chef Darfi Darlis together with Chef Theo Setyo (Award Winning Chef & Cooking Book Author) present a special Christmas Dinner menu at Babah Ramu Dine & Bar from 7 pm to 9 pm. The dinner with all-you-can-eat buffet concept is priced at IDR 450,000, -nett/person. Signature menus include Barramundi Andaliman Sauce, Crown Roast of Lamb, Prawns Mango Muda, and Rembiga Daging. Live music will accompany the dinner experience and guests can get a chance to have a special Cooking Book from Chef Theo with limited numbers, available for group bookings of the dinner of more than 5 people.
On 25th December 2023, Babah Ramu Dine & Bar will also be hosting a Christmas Brunch that can be enjoyed from 10 am to 2 pm. There’s also Santa Claus entertainment with special gifts and Christmas Kids Activities. Guests will be treated to special dishes, including Christmas Roasted Turkey and Lamb Curry, priced starting from IDR 380,000, -nett/person.
Throughout December 2023, the hotel also provides Christmas Party in the form of private party packages for visitors who want to invite family, friends, and colleagues to celebrate Christmas together. A special room with a capacity of 12-20 people will be provided complete with a special Christmas set menu, DJ entertainment, private bartender, and butler. The special Christmas-themed menu will be served with an open bar package that can be selected according to taste. This package is priced at IDR 900,000, -net/person.
Book now: +62 21 3952 1212 | info.egs@jhlcollections.com
HARRIS Hotel & Convention Kelapa Gading Jakarta
Immerse yourself into the spirit of holiday celebrations as HARRIS Hotel & Conventions Kelapa Gading Jakarta invites guests into a heartwarming festive season filled with delightful treats. Kick-start the festivities with a heartwarming Christmas Day Brunch on 25 December 2023. There will be festive-themed dishes served amidst joyous decorations that will transport you right into the scenic Christmas atmosphere.The brunch includes a door prize, engaging kids’ corner activities, and a surprise gift from Santa Claus. Gather your nearest and dearest to celebrate and enjoy a 50% discount for kids aged 6-10. Prices start from IDR 298,000 nett per person or IDR 358,000 nett per person, including a choice of wine or sparkling wine by the glass.
Extend your festive celebration with the enticing Christmas Room Package available for booking and stay period until 24 December 2023. Starting from IDR 1,818,00 per room per night, this offer already includes breakfast and Christmas brunch for two.
Book Now: +62 21 458 78 200 (Phone) | +62 8211 3524 463 (WA) | resspv-harrispop-kelapagading@tauzia.com | www.discoverasr.com
Novotel and ibis Styles Jakarta Mangga Dua Square
Lights, fairy decorations an incredible feast come together for a magical festive season complete with fun activities and staycations at the Novotel & Ibis Styles Jakarta Mangga Dua Square.
As guests step into the lobby of the Novotel & ibis Styles Jakarta Mangga Dua Square, they will be welcomed by an enchanting fantasyland with intricate fairy decorations, butterflies, and colourful mushrooms with a touch of Christmas ornaments. The hotel offers a different experience for its guests to celebrate the festive season by presenting a colourful theme, A Magical Adventure in Fantasyland, offering a full spectrum of entertainment throughout December.
From 22 to 25 December 2023, guests can enjoy a Magical Feast Christmas Barbeque with family and loved ones, this dining barbeque is priced at IDR 328,000++ per person.
Opening up opportunities to take a holiday this season, the hotel also provides a special stay experience for guests that is made for the whole family, including room, welcome gift, kid’s activities, themed breakfast, as well as New Year’s celebrations and dinner for 2 person and 1 child, priced at IDR 1,980,000++/room/night for guests who choose stay at Novotel Jakarta Mangga Dua Square and IDR 1,480,000++/room/night at Ibis Styles Jakarta Mangga Dua Square.
Book Now: +62 21 6231 2800 (Novotel Jakarta Mangga Dua Square) | +62 21 2957 8900 (Ibis Styles Jakarta Mangga Dua Square) | Novotel Jakarta Mangga Dua Square | ibis Styles Jakarta Mangga Dua Square
