25hours Hotels proudly appoints Jesper Soerensen as General Manager of the upcoming 25hours Hotel The Oddbird Jakarta, opening in November 2024. With over 23 years of experience in luxury hospitality, Jesper brings global expertise to this exciting new addition to Jakarta.
A Danish national, Jesper’s extensive career spans locations from Nicaragua to London, Doha, Miami, Los Angeles, Singapore, and the Maldives. His journey in hospitality began in the early 1990s in the fashion and beauty industries, before transitioning to iconic hotels like Ian Schrager’s Sanderson and St. Martin’s Lane in London, Shore Club in Miami, and later Six Senses Singapore, The Standard Maldives, and SO/Maldives. Jesper is fluent in German, Danish, and English.
“My journey has brought me to Jakarta, where I am truly excited to lead and open the amazing 25hours Hotel The Oddbird Jakarta, bringing the true 25hours Hotel experience to life. Our spaces are unique yet authentic, with a strong focus on experience. We aim to be a home away from home, whether for business or leisure. We will also emphasise collaborations, wellness, and community-based activities. True to our values, we open-heartedly welcome all Oddbirds – those who celebrate their individuality – to connect with like-minded individuals,” said Jesper Soerensen, General Manager.
25hours Hotel The Oddbird Jakarta
Nestled in the heart of the Sudirman Central Business District (SCBD) within District 8, 25hours Hotel The Oddbird Jakarta rises 38 storeys high. It features 206 rooms, 130 serviced apartments, 11 meeting rooms, and a ballroom, standing above Ashta Mall in the bustling Senopati area – one of the city’s top business and lifestyle destinations.
The hotel draws inspiration from the neighbourhood’s history and culture, originally envisioned as a garden city with its own mid-century Jenki evolution. As a result, 25hours Hotel The Oddbird offers lush garden rooms and retro urban rooms, each furnished with original vintage mid-century pieces and curated local and international art, evoking both nostalgia and the fleeting nature of time. Co-working spaces with a maxi bar, along with uniquely themed meeting rooms, cater to those embracing the hustle culture. All public areas will be furnished with an eclectic mix of original Mid-Century Modern pieces. Meanwhile, the Vida Spa offers a tranquil retreat with a full range of wellness options, connected to the outdoor infinity pool where guests can lounge on sunbeds while enjoying plant-based snacks and sipping ABV Pina Coladas. The 25hours Things Shop, connected to Ashta Mall, will feature sustainable and upcycled curation alongside local sustainable crafts.
Guests can embark on a culinary journey at COPA, featuring Latin American dishes crafted by Executive Chef Matias Mardones from Chile, enjoy cocktails at The Oddbird Bar led by Marcello Monte from Argentina, or relax by the pool with plant-based food at Cabana, curated by renowned mixologist Andrew Yap from The Old Man Bar Singapore, which was ranked in Asia’s and the World’s Top 50 Bars. Two more exciting F&B concepts are set to open on the building’s rooftop in Q1 2025.
True to its name, 25hours Hotel The Oddbird is a place of contrasts, where nostalgia meets modernity, inviting guests to embrace their authentic selves. The hotel’s “Come as You Are” philosophy fosters genuine connections, reflecting the vibrant spirit of classic Jakarta neighbourhoods through its garden and urban-themed rooms. By blending authenticity, individuality, and rich cultural experiences, 25hours Hotel The Oddbird Jakarta promises a unique and unforgettable stay that celebrates life’s moments.