CHICAGO (November 3, 2014) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H)and SAMHI today announced the opening of Hyatt Place Gurgaon/Udyog Vihar in the state of Haryana, India. This is the first Hyatt Place hotel in the gateway city of Delhi National Capital Region (NCR) and the second Hyatt Place hotel in India, following the 2012 opening of Hyatt Place Hampi.
“The opening of Hyatt Place Gurgaon/Udyog Vihar marks a significant milestone for the Hyatt Place brand as it continues to expand in India and around the world,” said Mr. Pablo Graf, Senior Vice President of Operations for Hyatt, Southwest Asia. “The Hyatt Place brand combines style, innovation and round the clock convenience to create a perfect seamless stay with every modern comfort for the multitasking traveler.”
“Within three years SAMHI has worked with a number of global hotel operators to launch strong hotel products and brands in India. The bouquet of brands in our portfolio reflects our excitement about the Indian lodging markets and its potential,” said Founder and Chief Executive Officer Ashish Jakhanwala, SAMHI. “Hyatt is a globally recognized hospitality company, and with it deep roots in India, we are excited to collaborate with Hyatt in a growing market such as Gurgaon. The location, product and the Hyatt Place brand gives us confidence of the hotel’s imminent success.”
“As Gurgaon continues to grow and thrive economically, we are excited to add to the momentum by introducing Hyatt Place Gurgaon/Udyog Vihar to the area,” said General Manager, Mr. Sumit Kumar. “The Hyatt Place brand was designed from the insight of our guest’s appreciation for approachable style, where design and quality is delivered in a very simple and affordable fashion, offering a seamless travel experience for guests, and we are delighted with this new choice for travelers visiting the dynamic city of Gurgaon. We are confident that everyone from business travelers to leisure travelers will appreciate the open, intuitive design, casual atmosphere and practical amenities, such as free Wi-Fi and 24-hour fresh food offerings.”
ABOUT HYATT PLACE GURGAON/UDYOG VIHAR
Strategically located in Gurgaon, Hyatt Place Gurgaon/Udyog Vihar is a 20-minute drive from DLF Cyber City, MG Road, City Centre, and major commercial hubs in Gurgaon, including NH8. Situated on Old Delhi Gurgaon Road, next to Maruti Udyog Vihar, and the hotel is just 20 minutes from Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi.
The hotel offers convenient access to Gurgaon’s most famous sites and attractions, including Appu Ghar and Kingdom of Dreams, which is an ideal place to experience a perfect blend of India’s art, culture and heritage in the form of cinematic and theatrical musicals, all under one roof. The hotel is also nearby Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary and Sohna Lake.
Hyatt Place Gurgaon/Udyog Vihar offers:
- 176 roomy rooms, featuring a 42-inch HDTV, a plush Hyatt Grand Bed and a Cozy Corner sofa sleeper in select guestrooms
- Free Wi-Fi access throughout the hotel
- 2,720 square feet (253 square meters) of flexible, high-tech meeting and function space
- Complimentary Gallery Kitchen Breakfast, featuring freshly prepared breakfast sandwiches, a variety of fresh fruits, hot and cold cereal, yogurt, breads, premium coffee, and an assortment of juices
- A Gallery Kitchen (24/7 Gallery Café) featuring local and regional specialties, made-to-order entrées and appetizers around the clock
- A Coffee to Cocktails Bar featuring specialty coffees and premium role beers, as well as wines and cocktails
- A 24-hour StayFit Gym, offering advanced cardiovascular and strengthening equipment’s
- Relax and unwind at the outdoor swimming pool, while enjoying the pleasant weather and green surrounding
- Free public computers with internet access and remote printing
HYATT PLACE GURGAON/UDYOG VIHAR LEADERSHIP
Hyatt Place Gurgaon/Udyog Vihar is under the leadership of General Manager, Mr. Sumit Kumar and Director of Sales, Mr. Mayuresh Deodhar. In his role, Mr. Kumar is directly responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the hotel, including overseeing the hotel’s 127 associates and ensuring guests encounter the purposeful service for which Hyatt Place is known. Mr. Deodhar is responsible for providing sales service and support to travelers and meeting planners frequenting the Gurgaon area.
About Hyatt Hotels Corporation
Hyatt Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is a leading global hospitality company with a proud heritage of making guests feel more than welcome. Thousands of members of the Hyatt family strive to make a difference in the lives of the guests they encounter every day by providing authentic hospitality. The Company’s subsidiaries develop, own, operate, manage, franchise, license or provide services to hotels, resorts, branded residences and vacation ownership properties, including under the Hyatt®, Park Hyatt®, Andaz®, Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Hyatt Place®, Hyatt House®, Hyatt Zilara™, Hyatt Ziva™, Hyatt Residences® and Hyatt Residence Club® brand names and have locations on six continents. As of September 30, 2014, the Company's worldwide portfolio consisted of 573 properties in 48 countries. For more information, please visit www.hyatt.com.
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Hyatt Hotels & Resorts
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Hyatt Hotels and Resorts – Southwest Asia
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