The bargain basement Hotel Istana Ratu is located in the old backpacker district of Jalan Jaksa near Jalan Wahid Hasyim, where you will find many other similarly priced hotels, cheap eateries, and bars. Like most hotels on Jalan Jaksa it’s a bit rundown – don’t expect luxury – but with per room per night rates starting at an inexpensive $9 you should have some idea of what to expect. It is very conveniently located within walking distance to Gambir train station, less than one kilometre away, for those coming and going to Jakarta by rail.
There is no swimming pool but the hotel does have wifi internet connection available in the restaurant. Speaking of food, for breakfast nasi goreng/fried rice is the standard fare. Reserve a room at the Istana Ratu.
Istana Ratu Hotel is at Jalan Jaksa 7-9 in Central Jakarta.{wpregooglemap}
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