Hyatt to Acquire Standard International and its Iconic Hotel Brands, The Standard and Bunkhouse Hotels, Expanding Its Leading Position in Lifestyle Hospitality

HOTEL NEWS > UNITED STATES > HYATT

Formation of new lifestyle group to combine best-in-class lifestyle brand leadership and talent with Hyatt’s global distribution network and award-winning World of Hyatt loyalty program



CHICAGO, Illinois (August 20, 2024) -- Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the planned acquisition of the brands and most of the affiliates of pioneering lifestyle company Standard International, parent company of The Standard and Bunkhouse Hotels brands. This move enhances Hyatt’s position as the leader in the industry’s premier lifestyle space, building on both its organic growth and a series of acquisitions that quintupled the number of lifestyle rooms in Hyatt’s global portfolio between 2017 and 2023. The transaction is anticipated to close later this year, subject to customary closing conditions.

Hyatt and Parks Hospitality Holdings Collaborate on Thoughtful Growth in Mexico with New Hotels Slated to Open in 2024 and Beyond

HOTEL NEWS > MEXICO > HYATT > MULTIPLE BRANDS

Four new properties developed by Parks Hospitality Holdings will expand Hyatt’s luxury and leisure offerings in Mexico’s most sought-after destinations



MEXICO (November 06, 2023) -- Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Parks Hospitality Holdings (“PHH”) have announced a highly anticipated collaboration to expand Hyatt’s brand footprint in Mexico with the development of four new properties across key destinations in Mexico, including Mexico City, Los Cabos, and Cancun. The new properties are expected to open starting 2024 and will include two Grand Hyatt hotels, a new select-service offering near the Cancun International Airport, and the debut of the Park Hyatt brand in Cancun.

Hyatt Place Johor Bahru Paradigm Mall Celebrates Official Opening

HOTEL NEWS > MALAYSIA > HYATT > HYATT PLACE

The 202-room Hyatt Place Johor Bahru Paradigm Mall opens in Bukit Mewah in the heart of Johor Bahru City, Malaysia



JOHOR BAHRU, Malaysia (November 06, 2023) -- Hyatt Place Johor Bahru Paradigm Mall, the first Hyatt Place hotel in Johor Bahru, Malaysia is officially open, expanding the Hyatt Place brand’s footprint globally in markets that matter most to guests and World of Hyatt members. Owned by WCT Hartanah Jaya Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of WCT Holdings Berhad, the new hotel features the Hyatt Place brand’s intuitive design, casual atmosphere and practical amenities, such as free Wi-Fi and 24/7 offerings.

Hyatt Announces the Opening of Hyatt Regency London Albert Embankment

HOTEL NEWS > UNITED KINGDOM > HYATT > HYATT REGENCY

The riverside hotel will be the eighth Hyatt-branded property in London, signaling Hyatt’s aspiring brand growth in the UK



LONDON, United Kingdom (January 12, 2023) -- Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announces the opening of Hyatt Regency London Albert Embankment. The 142-room hotel marks the eighth Hyatt-branded property in London, confirming Hyatt’s ambitious and strategic brand growth plans for 2023 and beyond in the United Kingdom.

Hyatt Proudly Announces the Opening of FirstName Bordeaux

HOTEL NEWS > FRANCE > HYATT > JDV BY HYATT

A celebration of life and feel-good experiences, FirstName Bordeaux marks the first hotel in France to join the JdV by Hyatt collection and strengthens Hyatt’s brand expansion across Europe



BORDEAUX, France (January 11, 2023) -- Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of FirstName Bordeaux, a lifestyle hotel joining the JdV by Hyatt collection of independent hotels. Demonstrating Hyatt’s continued brand growth in Europe, FirstName Bordeaux embodies the JdV by Hyatt brand’s inclusive spirit, feel-good outlook, and joy-driven approach to hotel experiences.

Hyatt Announces Plans for Grand Hyatt La Manga Club and Resort in Spain

HOTEL NEWS > SPAIN > HYATT > GRAND HYATT

The luxury leisure hotel is expected to open in mid-2023, marking the first Grand Hyatt hotel in Spain



CARTAGENA, Spain (January 10, 2023) -- Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a franchise agreement with La Manga Club, S.L. (an affiliate of Grupo Inversor Hesperia) for Grand Hyatt La Manga Club and Resort. Following significant renovation work, the iconic 192-room resort property is set to debut the Grand Hyatt brand in Spain in mid-2023. The announcement fuels Hyatt’s ambitious plans to grow its luxury brands in key-growth markets across Europe in the places that matter most to guests and World of Hyatt members.

Hyatt Regency Brand Debuts in Izmir, Turkey with the Opening of Hyatt Regency Izmir IstinyePark

HOTEL NEWS > TURKEY > HYATT > HYATT REGENCY

The 160-room property with views of the Gulf of Izmir marks a significant milestone for Hyatt’s brand growth in Turkey



IZMIR, Turkey (January 9, 2023) -- Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Izmir IstinyePark, located in Balçova, a charming district of Izmir and one of the oldest cities in the Mediterranean. Marking the sixth Hyatt branded property in Turkey, and the second Hyatt Regency hotel in the country, its opening demonstrates Hyatt’s intentional brand growth in destinations that matter most to its guests and World of Hyatt members.

Hyatt Place Hangzhou International Airport Celebrates Official Opening

HOTEL NEWS > CHINA > HYATT > HYATT PLACE



HANGZHOU, China (December 30, 2022) -- Hyatt Place Hangzhou International Airport, the first Hyatt Place hotel in Hangzhou city, is officially open, expanding the Hyatt Place brand's footprint globally in markets that matter most to guests and World of Hyatt members. The new hotel features the Hyatt Place brand's intuitive design, casual atmosphere and practical amenities, such as Free Wi-Fi and 24-hour food offerings. The hotel has been developed by Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport Co., LTD.

Miraval Resorts & Spa Goes Global With Renowned Wellbeing & Mindfulness Experiences

HOTEL NEWS > SAUDI ARABIA > HYATT > MIRAVAL



SHURA ISLAND, Saudi Arabia (May 18, 2022) -- Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with The Red Sea Development Company for Miraval The Red Sea, a 180-room luxury wellness resort. Miraval The Red Sea will introduce the wellness brand’s signature mindfulness-based wellness practices to a new corner of the world, empowering guests with tools and inspiration to find balance and support their emotional and mental wellbeing.