House of Tugu, Old Town Jakarta

In the heart of Kota Tua, House of Tugu, Old Town Jakarta offers a unique blend of heritage, art and hospitality. As part of the Tugu Hotels collection, this property serves as a living museum, preserving the stories of old Batavia through its architecture, antiques and cultural spaces.

At its core is The Peranakan Museum of Jakarta, which features an impressive collection of artefacts that reflect the city’s multicultural roots. Guests can explore items that tell the story of centuries of cultural exchange, from the bustling spice trade to the colonial period. Each room and suite is individually styled; some are inspired by historical figures, while others are adorned with carefully chosen antiques, allowing each stay to connect guests personally with Jakarta’s past.

Dining at House of Tugu, Old Town Jakarta is designed to enhance the sense of history. Jajaghu Restaurant offers Asian and Western dishes in a setting enriched with rare artefacts, including a wooden statue of King Kertanegara depicted as Jokodolok, as well as a 19th-century Japanese Shinto statue from Kyoto. De Tiger Poolside Lounge offers whiskies, gins and light fare in a relaxed poolside atmosphere, while Babah Koffie provides quality coffee and Peranakan-inspired dishes in a colonial-style café.

The property also features versatile venues for weddings, private gatherings and cultural events, making it an ideal destination where personal celebrations meet historical storytelling meet. With its thoughtful integration of heritage and hospitality, House of Tugu, Old Town Jakarta continues Tugu Hotels’ legacy of preserving Indonesia’s cultural treasures while providing guests with a memorable and authentic connection to the city’s rich history.

Asia Dreams Volume 56


House of Tugu, Old Town Jakarta

Jalan Kali Besar Barat 

Jakarta 11230, Indonesia

T: (+62) 8118711248

E: houseoftugu@tuguhotels.com

W: tuguhotels.com

IG: @houseoftugujakarta