Discovery Ancol

Hotels
9 (174 reviews)
Jl. Lodan Timur No. 7, Taman Impian Jaya Ancol , Jakarta , ID

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Prime location inside Ancol recreation park
Friendly and helpful staff; fast/early check-in
Good family facilities: pool, kids' club, playground
Spacious property and comfortable public areas
Tasty breakfast and good restaurant food
Cons:
Rooms show ageing: old bathrooms, damp carpet
Musty towels and mosquito presence in public areas
Occasional maintenance noise at night
Isolated staff issue with charging for blanket without receipt
Undisclosed gate entry/exit fees affecting transparency

Categories

Cleanliness
8
Mixed mentions: several guests reported clean rooms, but others noted damp carpets, musty towels and mosquito problems affecting perceived cleanliness.
Service
9.8
Mostly positive: multiple comments about friendly, helpful staff, fast check-in and early check-in support; one review noted an unfriendly reception incident and an issue with charging for a blanket without receipt.
Location
10
Very strong: repeatedly highlighted as prime location inside Ancol recreation park and convenient for beach and attractions.
Room Quality
8
Needs improvement: several reviews mention aging rooms and bathrooms, damp carpets, some non-functioning fixtures (shower) and a generally outdated feel.
Amenities
9.5
Positive: large property with enjoyable family facilities including swimming pool, kids' areas, playground and secure parking; good public spaces.
Value for Money
9
Generally seen as worth the price by guests, though undisclosed gate entry/exit fees and isolated service issues reduce perceived transparency/value for some.
Food and Beverage
9
Positive reports of tasty breakfast and good restaurant food; some concerns about lobby/restaurant fumigation (mosquitoes) but overall F&B was praised.
Overall Experience
8.7
Overall favorable family-friendly stays with strong location and service, tempered by room ageing, occasional cleanliness and noise/maintenance disturbances.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-13 05:39

Property Description

Luxurious Amenities
Discovery Ancol, located in Jakarta, offers a luxurious stay with an outdoor pool, children's playground, and an on-site restaurant. Certain rooms feature a seating area, kettle, and private bathroom with complimentary toiletries.

Convenient Location
Just a 5-minute drive to Ocen Eco Park, this hotel is also close to Mangga Dua Square and Jakarta International Expo. Halim Perdanakusuma Airport is conveniently located 17 km away, making travel easy for guests.

Exceptional Service
With free WiFi throughout the property, private parking, and a 24-hour front desk, Discovery Ancol ensures a comfortable and convenient stay for all guests.

Book your stay at Discovery Ancol now for a memorable experience in Jakarta!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: CGK

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 174 reviews
Cleanliness: 8
Service: 9.8
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8
Amenities: 9.5
Value for Money: 9
Food and Beverage: 9
Overall Experience: 8.7
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Simon • solo_traveller • de
9
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Eva • solo_traveller • id
10
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Family Ernst • family_with_children • nl
8
Top of the bill if you wanna explore Ancol. Otherwise not that special except the pool.
Pros:

Supermooi zwembad met tuin. Nice walk to supermarket. Especially catered for Ancol Theme Park-visitors. (we vonden het een soort Efteling-hotel (niet qua thematisering hoor, maar de nabijheid van het belangrijkste pretpark van Jakarta (hell, ik denk van heel Indonesië). We zijn enkel voor Sea World gegaan: was leuk.

Cons:

Aparte entree bij gate (gewone weg, betaal je voor pretpark ook al ga je er niet heen).

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
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Dawood • family_with_children • om
2
لن أكررها
Pros:

مساحة الغرفة

Cons:

الموظفون وخصوصا في الاستقبال ، لم يكونوا ودودين البتة ، يحتاجون لورشة متخصصة في هذا الجانب ، كما أنهم اخذوا عني مالا دون إعطاء سند ورقي بالاستلام وذلك لأني طلبت بطانية لابني !!!؟
علاوة يجب على الزائر عدم التورط فهناك بوابة سيدفع ماليا لكل دخول وخروج وللأسف إدارة الفندق لا تظهر هذا الشيء ولا تخبرك به في وقت حجزك ، وأكثر ما يكدر صفو الإقامة تلك الصيانة والعمال الذين تصل اصواتهم عملهم للغرف في منتصف الليل

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Tour44081402216 • Solo travel
8
Kinda outdated Discovery
Pros:

This hotel (Discovery Ancol) is far outdated from its sister hotels (like the ones in the Philppines just to compare it with). The room is kinda old and the bathroom has shown signs of ageing. The bath towels are old and musty smelling. They are not white anymore -- they look like light gray -- I dont know. And I would like to highlight that the hotel should manage to properly fumigate the lobby, hallways and restaurants as it is generally infested with Mosquitoes!!

But the staffs were all nice, friendly and accomodating.

2026-06-08 • via Tripadvisor
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elfinedward • Family • Jakarta, Java
6
Need Room Improvement
Pros:

I stayed at this hotel recently, and overall the property is quite large with fairly good supporting facilities, especially the swimming pool and kids’ experience area, which are enjoyable for families. The public areas also feel quite comfortable.

However, the room condition still needs significant improvement. Some room facilities were not functioning properly, such as the shower, and the carpet felt damp with an unpleasant smell. When I checked in, the soap was empty, but fortunately the staff responded quickly after I informed them and refilled it promptly.

In addition, the room interior felt very minimal and somewhat empty, making the room less cozy and comfortable during the stay. Hopefully, the hotel management can improve room maintenance and pay more attention to cleanliness and room amenities to provide a better guest experience in the future.

2026-05-17 • via Tripadvisor
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arifimamy • Family
10
Good hotel
Pros:

Makasih tim front office sudah dibantu early check in

2026-05-16 • via Tripadvisor
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Katerina • couple • cz
8
Pros:

Quite nice hotel, the food in the restaurant was very good, check-in process is very fast.

Cons:

The hotel is a bit old. It would help to refurbish the rooms.

2026-05-13 • via Nuitee
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197dickyk • Family
10
Spacious, Clean, and Perfectly Located
Pros:

Discovery Hotel Ancol is definitely one of the best hotels in the area, especially given its prime location within the Ancol recreation park in North Jakarta. Here is my breakdown:

Parking: Easy access with plenty of space.

Front Office: The check-in process was fast, and the staff were very friendly.

Lobby: Spacious, with many comfortable sofas to relax on while waiting.

Room: Very clean, the AC was cold, the TV reception was crystal clear, and I loved the complimentary mirror art.

Overall, it was a very comfortable stay and a great vacation spot. I will definitely be back!"

2026-05-01 • via Tripadvisor
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Go21667060496 • Family
10
erly checkin
Pros:

pelayanan ok, bisa erly check in, good 👍🏻

2026-04-22 • via Tripadvisor
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GrandTour02518494009 • Family
10
Review From Small Indonesian Family
Pros:

We chose this hotel since the location is very good since it is located inside Ancol, where the most beautiful beach in Jakarta is located.

When we arrived there, the staff is very supportive. The security is very strict and we feel safe parking our car inside the Hotel. The room is very clean and has a comfy office table where I can work a little bit before enjoying the vacation.

In the morning, we had a tasty breakfast and continue our vacation inside the hotel since it has many family friendly facility such as swimming pool, mini fam, playground, and kid's club. I would like to recommend to stay here if you visit to Ancol or Jakarta.. it's worth the price.

2026-04-15 • via Tripadvisor
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Voyage57851657561 • Couples
10
Staycation with Lovely One
Pros:

What a great experience to celebrate my husband birthday and enjoy the staycation at Discovery Hotel Ancol.
Also, got special treatment they upgrade our room from superior to deluxe and cute decoration on the glass to congratulations my husband, thank you Discovery Hotel!!

2026-04-14 • via Tripadvisor
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AAMIR • couple • sa
9
كانت بالمجمل رائعة ولكن فقط لايمكنك الاسترخاء في الغرفة لعدم وجود طاوله وكرسيين مريحة
Pros:

المكان ممتاز

Cons:

لايوجد اطلاله ولايوجد كراسي وطاولة لشرب الفهوة مع زوجتي
فقط يوجد مكتب وكرسي للاعمال المكتبيه

2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Wander34005561081 • Family
10
Staycation at Discovery Ancol
Pros:

Sangat menyenangkan dan easy to check-in also and great staff.

2026-03-14 • via Tripadvisor
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giana • family_with_children • id
8
anak saya happy
Pros:

kids friendly banyak kegiatan untuk anak bermain

Cons:

liftnya lama

2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Shukri • extended_group • sa
7
Pros:

Swimming pool

Cons:

My reservation with upgrade unfortunately they said if you need a upgrade, you have to pay the price double

2026-02-13 • via Nuitee
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Seok Mi • couple • sg
4
2026-02-11 • via Nuitee
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AyundaWD • Family
10
Excellent Stay at Discovery Hotel Ancol – Perfect for Families!
Pros:

We had a pleasant stay at Discovery Hotel Ancol. The staff were exceptionally friendly, to the front desk — check-in was quick and professional thank you . The hotel offers great facilities for families, including a nice swimming pool. Breakfast was tasty with a wide variety of options. Highly recommended for a family stay in Jakarta

2025-10-15 • via Tripadvisor
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Discover06911021046 • Solo travel
10
Terbaik pengalamannya 😍 staff juga amat baik sekali.
Pros:

Best Hospitality 😍
Pingky and front office team.

Terbaik 10/10
Thank you so much for my best experience 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

2025-10-01 • via Tripadvisor
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Peter
10
wonderful stay
Pros:

We had a wonderful stay. The staff were friendly and genuinely helpful from check-in to checkout, going above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. Another highlight was the on-site restaurant with very delicious dishes.

2025-08-29 • via Nuitee