Marriott Signs Agreement for Five More Properties in Indonesia

Marriott International, Inc. and PT. Pakuwon Jati Tbk. announced a signed agreement to develop five additional properties, comprising more than 1,300 rooms, across Indonesia. This announcement further elevates the two companies’ joint efforts to expand their footprint in the country.

The New Partnership

The multi-deal agreement was signed by Rajeev Menon, president, Asia Pacific excluding China, Marriott International and Eiffel Tedja, director of PT. Pakuwon Jati Tbk. Chairman of the Board of Marriott International, David Marriott, and chairman of Pakuwon Group, Alexander Tedja, were also present to witness the signing ceremony for this collaboration that will further expand the footprint of Marriott’s presence in Indonesia. Stretching from Jakarta to Surabaya and Batam, the properties in the signed pipeline include:

• Jakarta Marriott Hotel Kota Kasablanka (slated to open in December 2029)
• Aloft Surabaya, Pakuwon Indah (slated to open in December 2029)
• Courtyard by Marriott Batam (slated to open in December 2029)
• The Jakarta EDITION (slated to open in December 2030)
• The Westin Batam (slated to open in December 2030)

Marriott International currently manages 1,925 rooms across seven hotels and one golf club for PT Pakuwon Jati Tbk., with three more properties set to open in 2025. With the five additional management agreements awarded, Marriott International is on track to oversee a total of 18 properties and 4,500 rooms by 2030.

Jakarta Marriott Hotel Kota Kasablanka

Slated to open in December 2029, Jakarta Marriott Hotel Kota Kasablanka is anticipated to feature 320 guestrooms and suites. The inspiring mix of dining options is expected to include an all-day dining restaurant, a Pool Bar, a patisserie, and the Greatroom lobby - a space to connect, work, or unwind. The hotel also plans to feature a fitness center, Quan spa, an outdoor swimming pool, and multi-purpose event and meeting spaces tailored to foster collaborations.

Aloft Surabaya, Pakuwon Indah

Expected to open in December 2029, the property is anticipated to feature 243 rooms and 23 suites, including four Family Suites. Plans also include for the hotel’s dining and social spaces to feature an all-day dining outlet serving local and international cuisine. The brand’s signature W XYZ bar is the social hub of the hotel and serves cocktails and light bites. For those on the go, Re:fuel by Aloft, provides guests the option to grab-and-go 24/7 from a selection of light meals and drinks. Additional facilities expects to include a 600 sqm ballroom with 240 sqm pre-function space and multi-functional meeting rooms, 24/7 Re:charge gym, Splash Pool, and a Kids' Club.

Courtyard by Marriott Batam

Passionate trailblazers can expect new rooms of Courtyard by Marriott brand to recharge in the heart of Batam. Expected to open its doors in December 2029, the hotel plan includes 306 rooms and suites, an all-day dining restaurant with live stations, a Café & Bar, an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, and spacious meeting capacities, including 10 meeting rooms.

The Jakarta EDITION

The Jakarta EDITION – the first in Indonesia – is expected to feature 240 guestrooms and suites. With an anticipated opening in December 2030, the hotel is also slated to showcase a restaurant with a semi-open kitchen and live stations with breakfast as its specialty, a restaurant located on a high floor with an outdoor terrace, and a rooftop cocktail bar featuring panoramic city views. These planned culinary venues will stage a selection of food and beverage options. Other planned facilities include a swimming pool, a Fitness Center, The Spa, as well as 2,500 sqm of multi-function spaces, comprising an event space, a Junior Ballroom, and seven meeting rooms.

The Westin Batam

Projected to open in December 2030, the hotel expects to feature 230 rooms and suites. Plans include for The Westin Batam to feature five F&B options including a Sky Bar, a WestinWORKOUT Fitness studio, swimming pool, two ballrooms and six event and meeting space, as well as an Executive Club Lounge. The hotel is poised to exemplify the brand's position in well-being.

Words of Celebration

“With 77 operating properties, we are optimistic and focused on strengthening our presence in Indonesia, in line with the strong demand for leisure and business travel, said Rajeev Menon, president, Asia Pacific excluding China, Marriott International. “Our commitment to being everywhere our guests want us to be is further solidified by our strategic plans to expand our footprint in key destinations including outside gateway cities. We are confident that the depth and breadth of our brand portfolio and the power of our global platform to drive results will maximize the potential of these projects. We are excited to continue our strategic collaboration with PT. Pakuwon Jati Tbk. to bring these projects to life.”

“We are thrilled to expand our portfolio in Indonesia with PT. Pakuwon Jati Tbk.”, said Ramesh Jackson, area vice president, Indonesia & Malaysia, Marriott International. “Today’s signed agreement underscores our long-standing relationship with PT Pakuwon Jati, and we look forward to driving robust growth opportunities in various regional cities in Indonesia.”

“With this strategic collaboration, PT. Pakuwon Jati Tbk. aims to redefine excellence in guest service while unlocking growth opportunities in Indonesia. By leveraging the expertise of Marriott International in the hospitality industry, this long-standing strategic collaboration promises to introduce innovative services and amenities tailored to meet the evolving astute needs of modern travellers and deliver unparalleled experiences that exceed the expectations of our discerning guests,” said Eiffel Tedja, director of PT. Pakuwon Jati Tbk.