Fairmont Indonesia: “it is a fantastic choice to stay at the Fairmont”, says the GM

CARLOS MONTERDE
General Manager of Fairmont Jakarta

 “It is a fantastic choice to stay at Fairmont Jakarta”, says the General Manager

Carlos Monterde, General Manager of Fairmont Jakarta talks about Fairmont’s presence in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Fairmont Jakarta comprises of 488 guestrooms and suites. Since opened in January 2015, its business performance has been on pace with the growth that have been forecasted.  The average occupancy rate of Fairmont Jakarta is in line with the competitors in the market. Even though there has been a decline in overall demand for hotel rooms in the city due to some challenges in global economy, but there are strong indications pointing in the direction of financial recovery of the economy by 2017. This is something that we, as a business community, are very optimistic with.

One of the unique selling points of Fairmont Jakarta is its location. It is nestled in one of the most prestigious areas in Jakarta, which is Senayan. The location itself offers the best of the city at your doorstep, from the high-end office towers, shopping and entertainment centers, golf course to one of the biggest sports stadium in Southeast Asia, Gelora Bung Karno.

Gelora Bung Karno is also home for the 2018 Asian Games. Currently a lot of preparations are taking place for the event. From the tourism point of view, such international event is expected to boost the overall economy in Indonesia, and specifically in Jakarta, that includes hotels in general.

Sustainability has always been a major part of the social responsibilities initiatives at Fairmont, and Fairmont Jakarta is no exception. We belief in sustainable and efficient operations; that we have deep connections to the community, always need to have an impact on the society we live in, wherever the brand is located. One of the initiatives is we always try to utilize locally sourced produce in as much areas as possible, of course without sacrificing the level required quality as a five-star establishment.

Tell us more about Fairmont Jakarta?

It is a fantastic choice to stay at Fairmont Jakarta. The city is very dynamic and vibrant, as it is one of the biggest cities in the world. Yet, as how some major cities are commonly associated with, Jakarta is also known for its traffic jams and pollution. To overcome the hustle and bustle, Fairmont Jakarta offers a sense of zen to its guests when they are in the Hotel.

From the first step guests take into the massive size lobby, the Hotel gives a sense space and calmness.  The location also gives us a lot of privileges, from the greenery surrounding the hotel, the golf course view laid right in front of the hotel, and the accessibility that connects the Hotel to major establishments within the area, such as the shopping center and office towers, through a convenient underground tunnel. It also has close proximity to the city’s landmark like the Gelora Bung Karno sports stadium, Jakarta Convention Center, or the city’s business district of Sudirman and SCBD, as well as the easy access to the international airport.

Fairmont is renowned for its rich history of exemplary hospitality. It is also another privilege to be in a country like Indonesia, where people are genuinely kind and warm – the two factors that you always seek in delivering sincere and unscripted hospitality. At Fairmont Jakarta, it is also a place where things work, where guests can feel truly comfortable. The combination of these factors is what makes your stay in Jakarta an enjoyable one.