grandkemang was built in April 24, 1974 with 100 rooms and originally named “Ginza Inn”. The hotel was quickly recognized as one of the popular accommodation for travelers from abroad who mainly came to Jakarta for business. At that time the suburb was famous for its lush tree-line and covered by tropical plant called “Kemang”. Until now Kemang remains the business and leisure destination as well as the upscale residential area for both local and expatriate community.

Soon in 1995 Kemang Hotel had the first renovation. The hotel was upgraded to 205 rooms with additional facilities to meet the customers’ expectations.

After many years of operations – in 2004 the hotel entered the most exciting period of its transformation. The hotel was upgraded into “grandkemang” hotel. Under a new owning company, Recapital Asset Management, grandkemang was introduced as a modern, contemporary hotel and residence with 205 rooms and apartments completed all with new luxuriant facilities.

grandkemang final renovation is targeted to be completed by end 2006 together with a grand opening to mark the new beginning of a mature young-at- heart, charming hotel.

The new concept

• grandkemang brand – a professional hotel management that aims at expanding and managing other hotels and residences in Indonesia and Asia (other than the grandkemang hotel in Kemang)
• Architectural design for exterior and modern hi-tech (retro) interior
• Integrated hotel system produced that connects all system outlets online
• Staff uniform designed by Indonesian famous designers
• 246 artworks (paintings) by exclusive young painter, Denon Klisinsky
• “Color Your World” : a brand concept and commitment to provide the best experience to all customers.

Envisaging the future

grandkemang is a brand concept, not only it will operate as a hotel in Jakarta but aiming soon to grow as an international management company operator for other grandkemang in Indonesia and Asia. As for the staff, this concept will inspire a great service performance where they feel valued with long term success and relationship.