Early 1900s, Menteng is developing area the city of Batavia, which specific to the first settlements in Indonesia for its restricted planning. Constructed in 1923 called Telefoongebouw Menteng. Several years before independence of Republic Indonesia, in 1945 was used for Department van Onderwijs en Eredients office, then in 1950 used by Department of Education. Lastly in 1966 occupied by Directorate General Ministry of Culture and Education, afterward University of Bung Karno overtakes the place. With 90 sumptuous rooms and suites, hotel feature four outlets for guests to enjoy. Adorned with Carrara marbles, Peranakan artworks on iridescent taupe walls, L’Avenue is a chic bistro style restaurant. Casual dining Hermitage Lounge for easy bites, afternoon tea or cocktails in a cozy setting. Centrally located on the ground floor, al fresco Courtyard is an ideal place to enjoy the sun, sip on cocktails. La Vue offer an intimate, romantic yet casual rooftop bar with an unmatched, panoramic 360 degree city view.
Source of article: Marriott International