
Jakarta's BEST Halal Residence? 21 Syariah Unveiled!
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because we're diving headfirst into a review of 21 Syariah, "Jakarta's BEST Halal Residence" – and trust me, I'm doing it my way, which means no sugarcoating and a whole lot of me.
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Accessibility: (Let's Get Real Here)
Okay, accessibility is a big deal, and honestly, it’s where things start to… well, feel a bit disjointed. The website is great, super promising! Mentioning wheel chair access and facilities for disabled guest. But actually being there and experiencing are two very different things.
- Wheelchair Accessible?: Theoretically, yes. Practically? Ugh. The lobby is okay, but I’d want to see a thorough accessibility audit before I'd recommend this for someone with serious mobility issues. Elevators are there, but the hallways? Width can be tight so, beware!
- Getting Around: Mostly elevators, but a few steps to get to the swimming pool, so can be tricky. If you're in a wheelchair, confirm with the hotel before you arrive. Do not just assume.
- General: The building is designed with some consideration for disabled guests, but the implementation feels like an afterthought in some areas.
On-site Accessible Restaurants/Lounges:
They claim accessible restaurants, and yes, there are restaurants. But the layout? Again, it depends. I dined, and again, I'm not sure. Could use some improvement.
Internet Access: (The Wi-Fi Saga!)
THANK GOD FOR FREE WI-FI! I need good internet. My job depends on it!
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! YES! Thank you, sweet baby Jesus! Fast enough for streaming, video calls, the whole shebang. Absolute lifesaver.
- Internet [LAN]: Present but who needs this, with Wi-fi.
- Internet Services: Generally good. No complaints, but I also didn't go digging to find a problem!
- Wi-Fi in public areas: Also good. Nice and strong in the lobby and common areas.
Things to Do, Ways to Relax: (Where the "Spa" Gets Interesting…)
Okay, this area is where things get… varied. Let's be charitable and say that.
- Body scrub, Body wrap: Nope. Not that I saw, or could find. Big minus in my books.
- Fitness center, Gym/fitness: It exists! It has equipment! It's functional. I went and saw a few people there.
- Foot bath: No. Again, no.
- Massage: YES! And honestly? The massage was surprisingly good. I needed it after a long, crazy travel trip, and the masseuse was skilled. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
- Pool with view: Okay, the outdoor pool does have a view and it's generally very nice. A great place to chill.
- Sauna, Spa, Spa/sauna, Steamroom: Let's lump these together. The "spa," is a bit basic. Not a luxurious experience, but it functions. More of a glorified sauna than a true spa experience.
- Swimming pool, Swimming pool [outdoor]: Yep! Very nice. Clean, refreshing. The best place to spend an afternoon, hands down.
Cleanliness and Safety: (This is where 21 Syariah shines!)
This is crucial. Especially now.
- Anti-viral cleaning products: They say they use them.
- Breakfast in room, Breakfast takeaway service: YES! And the breakfast is lovely.
- Cashless payment service: Convenient, and the cashier was nice and helped me.
- Daily disinfection in common areas: They seem to do it!
- Doctor/nurse on call, First aid kit: Good to have, thankfully I didn't need it.
- Hand sanitizer: Everywhere. Yay!
- Hot water linen and laundry washing: Yep, all good.
- Hygiene certification: This is really good, I love how they are really taking this serious.
- Individually-wrapped food options: Smart.
- Physical distancing of at least 1 meter: Being enforced.
- Professional-grade sanitizing services: They seem to be taking this seriously.
- Room sanitization opt-out available: They offer it.
- Rooms sanitized between stays: Good.
- Safe dining setup: Tables spread apart, limited capacity.
- Sanitized kitchen and tableware items: I believe it.
- Shared stationery removed: Good.
- Staff trained in safety protocol: Yes, people are wearing masks, washing their hands.
- Sterilizing equipment: I didn't go digging around to see it, but it’s supposedly in place.
Dining, drinking, and snacking:
The food is delicious and halal certified!
- A la carte in restaurant, Alternative meal arrangement, Asian breakfast, Asian cuisine in restaurant, Bar, Bottle of water, Breakfast [buffet], Breakfast service, Buffet in restaurant, Coffee/tea in restaurant, Coffee shop, Desserts in restaurant, Happy hour, International cuisine in restaurant, Poolside bar, Restaurants, Room service [24-hour], Salad in restaurant, Snack bar, Soup in restaurant, Vegetarian restaurant, Western breakfast, Western cuisine in restaurant: All of these are available! The options are great, and the quality is good.
Services and Conveniences: (Lots of little things here!)
These can make or break a trip.
- Air conditioning in public area, Audio-visual equipment for special events, Business facilities, Cash withdrawal, Concierge, Contactless check-in/out, Convenience store, Currency exchange, Daily housekeeping, Doorman, Dry cleaning, Elevator, Essential condiments, Facilities for disabled guests, Food delivery, Gift/souvenir shop, Indoor venue for special events, Invoice provided, Ironing service, Laundry service, Luggage storage, Meeting/banquet facilities, Meetings, Meeting stationery, On-site event hosting, Outdoor venue for special events, Projector/LED display, Safety deposit boxes, Seminars, Shrine, Smoking area, Terrace, Wi-Fi for special events, Xerox/fax in business center: ALL OF THIS. It is all there!
For the Kids: (Family-Friendly Vibes?)
- Babysitting service, Family/child friendly, Kids facilities, Kids meal: They claim family-friendly. But I didn’t see a playground or anything super kid-centric. Keep that in mind if you're bringing the whole family.
Access, Safety, and Security: (Feeling Safe?)
- CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Check-in/out [express], Check-in/out [private], Couple's room, Exterior corridor, Fire extinguisher, Front desk [24-hour], Hotel chain, Non-smoking rooms, Pets allowed unavailablePets allowed, Proposal spot, Room decorations, Safety/security feature, Security [24-hour], Smoke alarms, Soundproof rooms: Yes, yes, yes, and YES! They take security very seriously.
Getting Around: (Location, Location, Location!)
- Airport transfer, Bicycle parking, Car park [free of charge], Car park [on-site], Car power charging station, Taxi service, Valet parking: They've got it all!
Available in all rooms: (The Room Details!)
- Additional toilet, Air conditioning, Alarm clock, Bathrobes, Bathroom phone, Bathtub, Blackout curtains, Carpeting, Closet, Coffee/tea maker, Complimentary tea, Daily housekeeping, Desk, Extra long bed, Free bottled water, Hair dryer, High floor, In-room safe box, Interconnecting room(s) available, Internet access – LAN, Internet access – wireless, Ironing facilities, Laptop workspace, Linens, Mini bar, Mirror, Non-smoking, On-demand movies, Private bathroom, Reading light, Refrigerator, Safety/security feature, Satellite/cable channels, Scale, Seating area, Separate shower/bathtub, Shower, Slippers, Smoke detector, Socket near the bed, Sofa, Soundproofing, Telephone, Toiletries, Towels, Umbrella, Visual alarm, Wake-up service, Wi-Fi [free], Window that opens: Are you kidding me? So many things. The rooms are lovely. Clean, well-appointed, great beds. The blackout curtains are a godsend!
My Anecdote: The Pool and the People!
Okay, remember I mentioned the pool? I spent an entire afternoon by the pool. I got to meet some other families. Everyone was so nice! I could genuinely relax, and that kind of peace is priceless.
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Alright, buckle up, buttercups, because we're about to dive headfirst into a whirlwind tour of… Residence 21 Syariah Jakarta. Yeah, I know, it sounds… well, it sounds like a budget business trip. But hey, every adventure has its own weird charm, right? Let’s see if we can unearth some of it.
My Totally Unfiltered & Un-Polished Residence 21 Syariah Jakarta Itinerary: A Descent into Slightly Chaotic Discovery
(Note: This is NOT a perfectly organized, Instagram-worthy plan. This is real-life, with all the spills and stumbles!)
Day 1: Arrival & the Quest for a Decent Cup of Coffee (and a Prayer Mat, Apparently)
- 6:00 AM (ish) - Wake Up (or, more accurately, be rudely awakened by the incessant chirping of a nearby rooster that apparently thinks it’s auditioning for a death metal band). Seriously, it’s louder than my inner critic. This is Jakarta, alright.
- 6:30 AM - The Shower Saga. Okay, first impressions of the bathroom: It's… clean. Almost a little too clean, like they've hired a cleaner who aggressively believes in the power of bleach. But hey, the water’s hot! Score. Except… the showerhead is one of those weird, low-pressure things that make you feel like you're being gently misted by a particularly enthusiastic cloud.
- 7:00 AM - Breakfast Hunt (aka: The Great Coffee Craving). The included breakfast. Apparently, there’s a “restaurant”. Let’s see… hmm, the usual suspects: rice, some sad-looking noodles that probably peaked at breakfast, and… oh joy… instant coffee. Look, I’m not a coffee snob, but this stuff tastes like brown water that's accidentally been left in a slightly dusty corner. Note to Self: Investigate the coffee situation immediately. Maybe I'll become a coffee stalker?!
- 7:30 AM - Discovering the Prayer Room (and My Surprisingly Awkward Interaction with a Prayer Mat). This hotel is, after all, syariah. So, there's a dedicated prayer room. I'm not Muslim, but I figure, when in Rome (or, you know, Jakarta), do as the Jakartans do. I peek in. It’s… peaceful. Beautifully simple. Then I realize I’m standing there, awkwardly staring at the prayer mats, feeling like a total cultural tourist. I beat a hasty retreat. I need to be more observant, it seems.
- 8:00 AM - The Coffee Quest Continues! Decide I NEED caffeine. Wander out into the scorching Jakarta heat. Follow my nose. Discover a tiny, adorable warung a few blocks away. The owner beams at me as I stumble in, sweating like I've run a marathon. Ordered a local coffee. It's a revelation! Rich, bold, and somehow, everything is a little better now. This is a triumph!
- 8:30 AM - Orientation. Or at least a walk around the neighborhood. I'm already lost. I've passed the same street vendor selling suspiciously green-looking fruit juice three times. Feeling a little claustrophobic, perhaps I imagined the trip was a good idea.
- Midday : Food! I got absolutely no idea what I'm doing, so I'm trying anything. Found a small place that sells Mie Ayam (chicken noodles). So. good. The broth is rich and flavorful, the chicken is tender, and the chili… oh, the chili. My mouth is on fire, but I can’t stop eating. This may become daily ritual. Don't tell myself too much.
- 2:00 PM - The Rest of the Day is a Blur of trying to find my way, and failing spectacularly. Mostly got lost in the markets, got yelled at by a taxi driver I did not hire (but felt vaguely guilty about), and mostly just ended up back in my room, contemplating the sheer, overwhelming heat. This city is intense!
- 7:00 PM - Dinner Disaster (aka: The Spicy Satay Incident). Decided to be adventurous and try some local satay. Ordered a plate. What arrived was beautifully grilled… and doused, I repeat, doused in a chili sauce that could probably melt concrete. I started sweating again. My eyes watered. I took down a nearly whole glass of water. I ate it anyway because… you know, adventure (or possibly stubbornness).
- 8:00 PM - Collapse into Bed. Still burning internally. Praying for the rooster to shut up. Dreaming of, hopefully, less fiery food tomorrow.
Day 2: Culture Shock and the Pursuit of Air Conditioning
- 6:00 AM (or, rather, the Rooster's wake-up call… again). Seriously considering moving to a silent monastery.
- 7:00 AM - Breakfast… the Sequel. Back at the "restaurant." Today, I'm wise. I bring my own (delicious, locally-sourced) coffee.
- 8:00 AM - The Museum of… Something. (I'm pretty sure I misunderstood). Armed with a vague idea of “doing something cultural”, I head toward… a museum. I think. Turns out, it’s probably important. I walked around, and felt like I understood nothing. The information is all in Bahasa Indonesia. I tried to follow along, but I got confused pretty quickly. But it was very air-conditioned. Small victory!
- 10:00 AM - The (Continued) Culture Clash. This city is a lot. Streets are packed. The noise is deafening. The smells are… varied. I love it, I hate it, I love it, I'm overwhelmed.
- 12:00 PM - Lunch: The Search for Comfort Food (and the Unexpected Joy of Nasi Goring). Today, I need simple and reliable. Found a small warung selling Nasi Goreng (fried rice). Exactly what was needed. It tastes like pure, unadulterated comfort.
- 2:00 PM - Back to the grind. More wandering. More getting lost. I'm starting to think that's the real itinerary.
- 6:00 PM - The Hotel's Air Conditioning Struggle. My room struggles. Sometimes it blows cold air, sometimes it's just… a fan. I'm starting to appreciate the small victories.
- 7:00 PM - Another Dinner, Another Spicy Adventure. Decided to embrace the heat this time. Ordered something that looked promising. It was, of course, also spicy. But I was ready.
- 8:00 PM - Bed. Exhaused. Happy. (Maybe?)
Day 3: Departure (and a Deep, Profound Appreciation for… Air Conditioning)
- 6:00 AM - The Final Rooster Serenade. This is becoming a personal battle.
- 7:00 AM - The Breakfast Farewell. One last sad breakfast. One last (delicious) cup of local coffee.
- 8:00 AM - The Last Ditch Coffee Run. MUST get one last hit before leaving.
- 9:00 AM - Packing (aka: Wrestling with My Suitcase). Packing is always a struggle. Especially after a few days of relentless adventure (and sweat).
- 10:00 AM Check out I'm out of the hotel. But the memories…
- (Noon): Departure. I leave. Leaving Jakarta, and I feel… different. The city's rough edges, the chaos, the heat… it all kind of grew on me. Or maybe I'm just delirious from the chili.
Final Thoughts: Residence 21 Syariah? It's not the Ritz. But it was a place to lay my head, and a launchpad for some truly memorable, sometimes terrifying, always-interesting experiences. And hey, the coffee was amazing. I'd recommend it (if you can handle the rooster). Take some deep breaths. Expect some chaos. Embrace the adventure. And definitely, maybe, bring your own earplugs.
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21 Syariah Unveiled: Your Jakarta Halal Residence Questions...Answered (Probably)
Okay, so, "BEST" halal residence, huh? What's the big deal with 21 Syariah anyway? I mean, Jakarta's practically overflowing with places.
Halal? Like, *really* halal? What does that *actually* mean in 21 Syariah-land? Is it just the food?
Alright, so you're saying it's all rainbows and perfectly-prayed breakfasts? What about the *unpleasant* bits? Tell me the REAL story.
What's the deal with the location? Jakarta's MASSIVE. Is it convenient? Because I don't want to spend half my life in a traffic jam.
What about the rooms? Are they actually…*livable*? And what about the price? I'm on a budget!
Okay, fine, you've kinda sold me. But the staff… are they nice? Hospitality in Jakarta can be…hit or miss.
Any final words of advice? Or something you HATED?

