Targeting budget-oriented travellers, the dormitory-style accommodation will feature shared rooms, bathrooms and communal facilities such as a lounge, restaurant, laundry facilities and high-speed Wi-Fi.
Indonesian hospitality management company Archipelago International has branched into its first wholly budget venture with the launch of its new brand, Nomad Hostel.
Targeting budget-oriented travellers, the dormitory-style accommodation will feature shared rooms, bathrooms and communal facilities such as a lounge, restaurant, laundry facilities and high-speed Wi-Fi.
The first hostel has opened doors in the South Jakarta neighbourhood of Kemang, offering 14 rooms across four room types and a total of 192 beds. Common facilities include table tennis, billiards, lounge, coffee shop and bar, basketball court and jacuzzi.
“We are extremely excited to be breaking new grounds with the launch of Nomad Hostel. Not only will Archipelago International be embarking on an entirely new venture, we'll also be increasing our international presence with our sights set on the overseas market in the future,” said John Flood, president and CEO, Archipelago International.
Nomad Hostels joins the groups’ other segments, including the select-service favehotel and Hotel NEO, the economy Quest Hotel and Harper, and the upscale Aston, Alana, Aston Heritage Collection, and Kamuela.