What's wrong with this high-tech PIK driving range, besides being expensive and hot?
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2026-02-25
Thinking about visiting The Range, Jakarta's hyped-up high-tech driving range in PIK? This spot boasts cool features like ball-tracking screens and fun game modes, making it great for groups and beginners. However, be prepared for some serious drawbacks. This review gives you the lowdown on the intense heat, high prices with extra fees for showers, loud music, and disappointing food. Find out if this trendy hangout is truly worth the sweat and expense before you go.
Honestly, the most hyped-up golf driving range in Jakarta recently has to be The Range in PIK. My friends have been blowing up my feed about it, saying it was converted from an old water park, is super high-tech, with screens that track your ball's trajectory and all that, which sounds Anjay! So I met up with some friends over the weekend to check it out, to see if it's really all that or just overhyped.
There are three floors of hitting bays, and each bay has its own screen where you can play various game modes, it's truly Mantap![1] It's especially friendly for beginners, with a dedicated newbie mode, so you don't have to worry about embarrassing yourself in front of your friends if you're not good[2]. For company outings or just to Nongkrong with friends, it's quite a fun place to hang out.
But! Seriously! It's just way too hot here![3] Especially at night when there's no wind, it feels less like you're here to play golf and more like you're in a sauna, my makeup completely melted off 🫠. Plus, the EDM music they play is super loud, and the speakers are a bit harsh, it was giving me a headache, making it hard to even chill[4].
After getting tired from playing, we ordered some food, but it was a bit of a letdown. The popcorn chicken didn't taste as good as it used to[5], and the portion was pitifully small[6]. The only thing worth praising is their coconut water, it's always fresh and on point! If you want a drink, just order this, it's the safest bet.
Speaking of your wallet, this place will make it hurt a bit. The driving range costs 250k per hour[7], which is on the pricier side for Jakarta. What's even more ridiculous is, after playing and getting all sweaty, if you want to take a shower, they actually charge an extra 75k per person for the shower![8] I'm speechless at this move.
TL;DR & Guide to Avoiding Pitfalls 📝
- Think Twice if You Can't Stand the Heat: Seriously, prepare for physical heat relief. Even if you come at night, you might end up drenched in sweat, so girls who can't take the heat should consider this carefully.
- Go Early on Weekends: It gets super crowded on weekends, and waiting forever for a bay is common[9]. Either plan ahead or just be zen about it.
- You Can Come Empty-Handed: Didn't bring your clubs? Don't panic. You can rent a set of irons on the third floor, which is very convenient.
- Service is a Game of Chance: The service quality here is a bit like opening a blind box, sometimes good, sometimes bad. Don't have high expectations and just keep a level head.
- Minor Equipment Bugs: The high-tech setup is great, but the screens can occasionally lag or disconnect, so just take it in stride.
- A high-tech driving range in a converted water park. Screens track your ball's flight—no wonder it's blowing up social media. [1]
- Three floors of bays, each with a private screen and fun game modes. Super beginner-friendly! [2]
- Tired after playing? Grab some ice-cold coconut water. The perfect way to cool down and rehydrate.
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