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HERNDON, VA – APRIL 3, 2009 – Hyatt Hotels & Resorts and Crescent Hotels and Resorts today announce the opening of Hyatt Place Herndon/Dulles Airport-East, conveniently located just five miles from Washington Dulles International Airport.
The hotel offers:
In addition to Dulles airport, the hotel is also a short drive from popular local attractions including Wolf Trap Performing Arts Center, Tyson’s Corner shopping mall and Mount Vernon.
“We believe the Hyatt Place guest experience will continue to set the standard for today’s multitasking travelers,” said James Tirpak, general manager. “With free Wi-Fi access, freshly prepared food available 24/7, state-of-the-art in-room media options and a staff specially trained to handle any task gracefully, Hyatt Place has everything today’s traveler needs.”
“When creating Hyatt Place, we extensively researched the evolving needs of contemporary travelers to identify the right combination of style, service and amenities,” said Alison Kal, vice president, marketing, Hyatt Hotels & Resorts. “Across the country, guest reactions have been tremendously positive and we’re thrilled to enhance Hyatt’s presence in the greater Washington, DC metro area.”
Hyatt Place HERNDON/DULLES AIRPORT-EAST Leadership
Hyatt Place Herndon/Dulles Airport-East will be under the leadership of General Manager James Tirpak and Director of Sales Azza Bell.
In his role, Tirpak will be directly responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the hotel, including overseeing the hotel’s 40 associates and ensuring guests encounter the purposeful service for which Hyatt Place is known.
Tirpak will be joined by Azza Bell, director of sales, who will be responsible for providing sales service and support to travelers and meeting planners frequenting the Washington, DC metro area.
In addition to Hyatt Place Herndon/Dulles Airport-East, travelers in the Washington, DC metro area can also experience Hyatt Place Sterling/Dulles Airport-North, Hyatt Place Chantilly/ Dulles Airport-South, Hyatt Place Baltimore BWI Airport and Hyatt Place Baltimore/Owings Mills.
HYATT PLACE BACKGROUND
Hyatt Place, ranked “Highest in Guest Satisfaction among Mid-Scale Hotel Chains with Full Service” by J.D. Power and Associates, combines contemporary design with innovative services and amenities to create an atmosphere of casual hospitality.
Hyatt Place was inspired by the changing landscape of contemporary, multi-tasking business travelers, who have successfully adapted to today’s “24/7 lifestyle,” seamlessly merging personal and professional activities. To help guests achieve this lifestyle, Hyatt Place offers a balanced mix of comfortable and functional amenities.
Travelers are raving about Hyatt Place hotels already open in 130 locations nationwide, including Atlanta, Birmingham, Chicago, Cincinnati, Dallas, Houston, Louisville, Miami, Phoenix, Orlando, San Antonio, Tampa and Washington, D.C.
About Hyatt Place
Hyatt Place is a new kind of Hyatt for today’s relaxed lifestyle. Hyatt Place is ranked “Highest in Guest Satisfaction Among Mid-Scale Hotel Chains with Full Service” according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2008 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index StudySM. Catering to today’s discerning travelers, Hyatt Place combines The Hyatt Touch® with stylish design, purposeful amenities and forward-thinking technology. Hyatt Place is a brand of Global Hyatt Corporation that currently offers 130 locations nationwide. For Hyatt Place information or to make a reservation, call 1-888-HYATT-HP (888-492-8847) or visit www.HyattPlace.com.
Hyatt Place received the highest numerical score among mid-scale hotel chains with full service in the proprietary J.D. Power and Associates 2008 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction StudySM. Study based on responses from 53,453 guests measuring 12 mid-scale hotels with full service and measures opinions of guests who stayed in a hotel May 2007-June 2008. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of consumers surveyed June 2007-June 2008. Your experiences may vary. Visit jdpower.com.
About Global Hyatt Corporation
Global Hyatt Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is one of the world’s premier hotel companies. The hotels owned, operated, managed or franchised by its subsidiaries provide authentic hospitality to guests in 44 countries through a passionate commitment to personalized service, cultural relevance, and the environment. Global Hyatt subsidiaries own, operate, manage or franchise more than 370 hotels and resorts worldwide under the Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Hyatt Resorts™, Grand Hyatt®, Park Hyatt®, Hyatt Place®, Hyatt Summerfield Suites® and Andaz™ brands with additional properties under development on five continents. Global Hyatt Corporation is also the owner of Hyatt Vacation Ownership, Inc., operator of Hyatt Vacation Club®. The success of Global Hyatt is driven by the commitment and energy of the thousands of men and women around the world who provide exceptional service to hotel guests. From the U.S. and Canada, reservations for any Hyatt hotel worldwide may be obtained by calling 1-800-233-1234 or visiting www.hyatt.com.
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Amy Patti
Hyatt Corporation
(312) 780-5620
amy.patti@hyatt.com