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ROYAL AMBARRUKMO YOGYAKARTA

A symbol of urban culture with pillow-top mattresses, and Salvatore traditions of the Yogyakarta Royal Palace.
in Yogyakarta, the Royal Ferragamo bathroom amenities for suites. The new SamaZana Restaurant, an all-day-
JAVA Ambarrukmo Yogyakarta emerges All rooms boast private balconies with dining venue, not only provides the best
commanding views of Merapi Volcano, the
as a luxury destination that
breakfast buffet spread, but also a wonderful
embraces its royal history while royal gardens or the city. journey of cuisine from around Asia to the
enjoying today’s modern comforts. The Royal Ambarrukmo Yogyakarta Mediterranean. The Royal Lobby Lounge
Java is Indonesia’s political and economic heart. It is The vast structure was abandoned and lay hidden under foliage and enhances business and leisure stays in & Bar is a modern lounge that serves a
home to the nation’s capital, Jakarta, and is proud of its volcanic ash for centuries before being rediscovered in the 1800s and A prestigious sanctuary for the discerning Yogyakarta with an experience worthy of its wide variety of drinks and simple canapés,
well-preserved cultural traditions. It is blessed with is now a World Heritage Site. business and holiday traveller, the award- regal heritage. From the soothing embrace accompanied by live music every evening.
mesmerising natural beauty, abundant wildlife and About 90 kilometres north of Jepara in the central region, the winning hotel offers a gateway to a grand of the Royal Garden, hotel swimming Punika Deli offers quality coffee, baked
fascinating monuments of human civilisation. dazzling offshore archipelago of Karimunjawa, a marine national era with architecture, charm and charisma pool and spa to a family- friendly kids goods and small bites, while the poolside
befitting its regal heritage.
park, consists of 27 coral-fringed islands, only five of which are playground and an exclusive executive lounge offers the perfect spot to relax and
Home to over 140 million people and the most populated island Located just 10 minutes away from the lounge, the landmark luxury hotel offers enjoy a cocktail.
on the planet, Java has everything travellers could want. Its natural inhabited. The white-sand beaches are sublime, swimming is Adisucipto International Airport, the relaxation and rejuvenation with a five-star
beauty is breathtaking with ever changing scenery that stretches from wonderful and the pace of life as relaxed as a destination defined by Ambarrukmo is an integral leisure and collection of amenities. As the former site of the Yogyakarta
rice paddies to the sandy shores of beautiful beaches. It has active coconut palms and turquoise seas should be. MICE destination comprising a five-star Royal Residence and Gardens, the Royal
volcanoes and dense rainforests that contrast sharply to its cities. In the east, Surabaya is a gateway city for Mount Bromo and Bali. hotel, upscale shopping mall, a heritage site, Extraordinary cuisine is an essential part Ambarrukmo Yogyakarta is a prestigious
Mount Bromo is a part of the Bromo Tengger Semeru National of the Royal Ambarrukmo Yogyakarta’s venue for meetings, conferences and MICE
While Jakarta is the capital of Indonesia, Central Java is considered Park. While it may be small when measured against other volcanoes a spa and large convention space. culinary experience. Combining the finest events. A lavish architectural landmark
its historic heartland. Among many places of interest is Yogyakarta, in Indonesia, the magnificent Mount Bromo will not disappoint The award-winning Royal Ambarrukmo of Indonesian and Chinese cultures and that has been meticulously updated with
one of Indonesia’s most liveable and lovable cities, with street art, with its spectacular views and dramatic landscapes. Yogyakarta offers 247 rooms and suites, traditions with flavours from around the modern conference technology, the hotel
galleries, coffee shops and cultural attractions everywhere you look. each elegantly furnished with modern world, each restaurant and bar offers a reflects its original regal splendour whilst
It’s also a perfect base for Indonesia’s most important archaeological Travel within Java can be laborious and particularly so in the west amenities, including premium bedding unique ambience steeped in the heritage and redefining standard for contemporary style.
sites, Borobudur and Prambanan. Borobudur is one of the world’s though the rail network is quite reliable and efficient. However, it is
most impressive temples and was built in about 800AD in the form well worth the effort to see the sights and gain an understanding of
of a stepped pyramid. Reaching 35 metres at its highest point, it the fascinating local culture that is wonderfully expressed through Jalan Laksda Adisucipto no. 81, Yogyakarta INDONESIA
features nearly 1500 carved story panels and 504 statues of Buddha. art, music and dance. Tel: +62 274 488 488 Email: [email protected] www.royalambarrukmo.com

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