OMBINING a splendid laid back style with brisk business facilities, The Dharmawangsa Jakarta, offers sumptuous understatement and gracious hospitality, served with unique Indonesian flair. In an age of cold, brash high-rise glitter, this is a hugely welcoming 99-room urban oasis - replete with private balconies for a quiet unwind - set deep in the pulse-calming leafy southern district of Kebayoran Baru just minutes from business districts, old and new. It is easily one of the best Jakarta business hotels around and no slouch when it comes to meetings, weddings, or gala events at the elegant ballroom.

The boutique charms of this address include personalised service by butlers, Majapahit dynasty design motifs like the 'surya' (sun) that follow you underfoot along the main building axis, instant-on smiles, and a sun-dappled alfresco pool and garden. It is an ambience that tells travellers in no uncertain terms, they have arrived in Indonesia.

The arrival experience at the Majapahit Lounge sets the stage with Javanese accents including a temple obelisk and gargoyle replicas. Local design motifs set the tone in residential-style guestrooms that run from 66sq m in an Executive Room to 107sq m in The Dharmawangsa Suite, with design inspiration drawn from Java, Coastal Java, Sumatra, East Indonesia, and Bali. The Presidential Suite weighs in at a palatial 443sq m and occupies the entire top floor. Expect fast WiFi, large televisions, and modern amenities.

If it's the palate that needs pampering, enjoy fine dining at Sriwijaya Restaurant (modern Indonesian with French accents). Sample the Majapahit Lounge, the art deco Jakarta Restaurant for more casual fare, or savour fine aged grape at the well stocked Wine Cellar. The Bimasena Spa is another refreshing escape for some apres-work spoiling. Pick from a range of beauty treatments, wellness menus and hydrotherapy.