At Hyatt Hotels Corporation’s annual stockholders meeting today at The Hyatt Lodge at McDonald’s Campus, President and Chief Executive Officer Mark Hoplamazian recognized more than 40 Chicagoland colleagues for their years of exceptional service to the company and its guests.

Hyatt Hotels & Resorts and MGM Resorts International have teamed up to form an unprecedented relationship that will offer substantial benefits to members of their loyalty programs, Hyatt Gold Passport and MGM Resorts’ M life. Starting June 20, Hyatt Gold Passport members will be able to earn and redeem Hyatt Gold Passport points at 12 iconic participating MGM Resorts destinations in Las Vegas, and M life members will be able to earn M life Tier Credits when staying at Hyatt hotels and resorts around the world.

Chesapeake Lodging Trust (NYSE: CHSP) (the "Trust") announced today that it has purchased the fee simple interest in the 313-room Hyatt Fisherman’s Wharf from an affiliate of Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) for $103.5 million, or approximately $331,000 per key. 

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Interstate Hotels & Resorts today announce the opening of HYATT house Minot, North Dakota’s first Hyatt-branded hotel.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with KY Development Co., Ltd., a Seoul based manufacturing and distribution company, for a Hyatt Place hotel in Seoul. 

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that it has appointed four marketing professionals to leadership positions. All four positions are designed to enhance the company’s global brand-led focus and innovative thinking process. 

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the rebranding of four hotels in France, creating Grand Hyatt Cannes Hotel Martinez, Hyatt Regency Nice Palais de la Mediterranée and Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile. The fourth hotel, now branded as Hotel du Louvre, a Hyatt Hotel, will become an Andaz following a renovation. These new Hyatt hotels join the three Hyatt properties already in Paris: Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme, Hyatt Paris Madeleine and Hyatt Regency Paris Charles de Gaulle.

As HYATT house^® continues to expand across the country, the brand is rolling out the welcome mat even further to extended stay guests with the debut of the Very Important Resident (VIR) program. Providing guests staying 30 or more nights with a personal touch, the program offers a variety of new services to help guests keep their routines rolling on the road.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H), Aedes Real Estate and UBM Realitätentwicklung AG announced today their affiliates have entered into an agreement for a Hyatt Regency hotel in Amsterdam, which is expected to open in 2015. 

Hyatt Harborside, Boston’s iconic destination hotel for business and leisure travelers, becomes Hyatt Boston Harbor hotel. 

A Hyatt affiliate has entered into a franchise agreement with affiliates of DiNapoli Capital Partners and Rockwood Capital for a hotel in the Cherry Creek-Glendale neighborhood of Denver. Following nearly $10 million in property-wide capital improvements, the hotel is expected to reopen this fall as Hyatt Place Denver/Cherry Creek.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) today announced that Hyatt Regency O’Hare is the recipient of the company’s first “CEO’s Award for Innovation.” Given by Hyatt President and CEO Mark Hoplamazian, the global award recognizes a hotel or team that has fostered innovation and positively evolved the guest experience. 

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with State Unitary Enterprise Poytaht Qurilish va Xizmat for a Hyatt Regency hotel in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (“Hyatt” or the “Company”) (NYSE: H) today reported first quarter 2013 financial results.

Building on insights gained in more than a year of intensive qualitative and quantitative research, today Hyatt Hotels Corporation launched a new Hyatt.com website designed to enhance the guest experience.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced today that Hyatt Gold Passport^® received four honors at the 25th annual Freddie Awards, the member-voted awards honoring the best frequent flyer and hotel loyalty programs worldwide.

Hyatt, Concord Hospitality Enterprises, and Oxford Development Company announce the opening of HYATT house Pittsburgh-South Side, the first HYATT house hotel in the city of Pittsburgh.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with an affiliate of Huayuan Property Co., Ltd for a Grand Hyatt hotel in Changsha, Hunan Province in central China. 

Hyatt Hotels & Resorts and Folio Fine Wine Partners today announced the winners of the Canvas Artist Series Contest. 

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) honored the top owners and developers of its hotels at its global owners’ conference in Orlando, Fla. 

Hyatt Hotels & Resorts announced today that five PGA Tour golfers, Luke Guthrie, Lee Williams, Jeff Klauk, Joey Snyder and Brandt Jobe, will represent Hyatt this season on the PGA Tour. 

Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Innisfree Hotels today announce the opening of Hyatt Place Pensacola Airport, a refreshing hotel option for business and leisure travelers alike offering forward-thinking, around-the-clock amenities and modern design.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Noble Investment Group and Interstate Hotels & Resorts today announce the opening of HYATT house Atlanta/Cobb Galleria, the first HYATT house hotel in Georgia.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (“Hyatt” or the “Company”) (NYSE: H) announced today that it will release first quarter 2013 financial results on Wednesday, May 1, 2013, before the stock market opens. 

Hyatt proudly announced today that it has been named a recipient of the 2013 Gallup Great Workplace Award for the second consecutive year. The annual award recognizes Hyatt for having one of the most engaged and productive workforces in the world.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today debuted its fifth brand in India with the official rebranding of five hotels to “Hyatt”: Hyatt Bangalore MG Road, Hyatt Hyderabad Gachibowli, Hyatt Pune, Hyatt Amritsar, and Hyatt Ahmedabad. The new Hyatt hotels join the 11 properties open throughout India operating under the Park Hyatt, Grand Hyatt, Hyatt Regency, and Hyatt Place brands.  

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the start of the Hyatt Thrive Global Month of Community Service where associates at Hyatt hotels and resorts around the world will volunteer to give back to the communities they call home. Today, Hyatt also unveils a Commit To Thrive social pledge campaign, which asks associates, guests, and neighbors to take an online pledge to commit to making a positive difference in their communities. For each pledge taken up to 35,000, Hyatt will donate a book to a child in need through Room to Read and We Give Books. 

Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Chesapeake Lodging Trust and Real Hospitality Group announce the opening of Hyatt Place New York/Midtown-South, marking the first Hyatt Place property to debut in New York City. The new Midtown Manhattan location represents a move into downtown urban locations for the upscale select service brand, which has grown by nearly 18 percent in the past three years.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced the appointment of Alex Zoghlin as the company’s first global head of technology. In this role, Zoghlin will be responsible for all aspects of Hyatt’s technology platform and systems. Zoghlin joins Hyatt with more than 20 years of technology experience, including over 10 years in the travel and real estate industries, including founding Orbitz.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with Cap Vermell Hotel Proyectos y Promociones, S.L, a Spanish real estate development company, for a new Park Hyatt hotel in Mallorca. Park Hyatt Mallorca will be the first Hyatt-branded hotel in Mallorca, an island in the Mediterranean Sea off the eastern coast of Spain.

Fresh off this week's opening of the 296-room Hyatt Place Austin Downtown, Hyatt Hotels Corporation today announced that a Hyatt affiliate has acquired the 189-room Driskill Hotel for approximately $85 million from an investment fund managed by Lowe Enterprises Investors, which was represented in the transaction by Jones Lang LaSalle’s Hotels & Hospitality Group.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation and White Lodging Services today announce the opening of Hyatt Place Austin Downtown, just steps from the Austin Convention Center and the city’s famous Sixth Street.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announces that a Hyatt affiliate and affiliates of the Malca family have formed a joint venture to develop and own two hotels in the master planned community of Costa del Este in Panama City, Panama that will be branded as a Hyatt Place and Hyatt House.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) announced today the official opening of Park Hyatt Busan, the tenth Park Hyatt property in Asia Pacific and the second Park Hyatt hotel in Korea following Park Hyatt Seoul.

Guest request communication cards, a service providing frequently forgotten items, and new healthy, balanced menu offerings are a sampling of new features available at Hyatt hotels and resorts around the world as a result of Hyatt’s effort to listen more to guests and provide an experience tailored to their individual preferences.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced a new global promotion today that allows Hyatt Gold Passport members to earn up to 45,000 bonus points. Members can earn 3,000 Hyatt Gold Passport bonus points after every three eligible nights at any Hyatt hotel worldwide from March 1 through May 31. Points are redeemable for free nights, room upgrades, and now dining and spa services.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (“Hyatt” or the “Company”) (NYSE: H) today reported financial results for the fourth quarter 2012.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and HHM announced today that Hyatt Union Square New York is now taking reservations for stays beginning April 2013. 

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced that a Hyatt affiliate has signed management agreements with affiliates of Constellation Hotels Holding Ltd., adding four hotels in France and more than doubling the number of Hyatt locations in the country. The hotels are based in some of France’s most sought-after locations, from the most prestigious tourist destinations and commercial districts in Paris to the exclusive Boulevard de la Croisette in Cannes and the Promenade des Anglais in Nice.

The Shenzhen New World Group, a China-based ownership group, announces its independent hotel, The L.A. Hotel Downtown, will debut as a Hyatt Regency-branded hotel in May.

Hyatt Place Corpus Christi, the newest hotel in Corpus Christi and the first Hyatt Place hotel in the area, officially opened today to multitasking travelers in southern Texas.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Qingdao, introducing the Hyatt Regency brand to China’s booming coastal city in the Shandong province.

CHICAGO (December 15, 2012) - Santa Barbara Hospitality, N.V., the owner of Hyatt Regency Curacao Golf Resort, Spa and Marina came to the Resort late Friday evening and informed the Manager on...

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Mori Building Co., Ltd. announced today that their affiliates have signed an agreement to launch Andaz Tokyo, the first Andaz hotel in Japan.

Hyatt has been recognized as one of the Top 50 Best Places to Work in 2013 by Glassdoor in its annual Employees’ Choice Awards. Glassdoor, a jobs and careers community website, compiles the annual award by relying solely on the input of employees, who voluntarily elect to provide feedback on their job, work environment and company through Glassdoor’s anonymous online company review survey.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with Societe d’Aménagement et de Promotion de la Station de Taghazout (SAPST) for a Hyatt Place hotel in Taghazout, Morocco.

CHICAGO (December 13, 2012) – Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Chartered Hampi Hotels Private Limited today announced the opening of Hyatt Place Hampi in Karnataka, India. The hotel...

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has signed a management agreement with Pioneer Property Company Limited (PPC), a Bangkok-based real estate firm, for a new Hyatt Place hotel to be located in the heart of the Thai capital.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation and OTO Development announce the opening of the Hyatt Place Los Angeles/LAX/El Segundo, the first Hyatt Place in the city of El Segundo. The five-story hotel is located in the new Campus El Segundo, adjacent to the Metro Rail Green Line Mariposa/Nash station and just minutes from Los Angeles International Airport.

To continue tapping into the cultural interests of its guests and neighborhood residents, Andaz announced today the next phase of the Andaz Salon series – a collaboration with The FLAG Art Foundation and the launch of a virtual Andaz Salon venue to connect and inspire creative minds.

Hyatt celebrates Human Rights Day today by highlighting Hyatt’s commitment to respecting fundamental human rights, as embodied in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. To mark Human Rights Day, Hyatt is advancing its campaign against human trafficking by launching a global training program for company associates developed in conjunction with the Polaris Project, an organization dedicated to combatting human trafficking.

Hyatt Hotels & Resorts has introduced Hyatt Nin Hao, a new initiative offering Chinese guests Hyatt’s signature authentic hospitality by providing the tastes and comforts of home, as well as destination-specific information to help enhance their stay.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced a sponsorship arrangement with The Paulson Institute, which is partnering with the China Association of Mayors to enhance urban sustainability practices and policies in China.

Hyatt announced today that 27 Hyatt hotels and offices have awarded more than US$300,000 this year to communities around the world. Since the Hyatt Community Grant program’s inception in 2008, Hyatt hotels have awarded more than US$1,350,000 to nonprofit organizations in 103 communities and 34 countries globally.

Aedes Real Estate, Hyatt and Marcel Wanders announced a donation to the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam. The major financial gift by Aedes, Marcel Wanders, and a Hyatt affiliate is made on the occasion of the official opening of Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht, the first Hyatt hotel in the Netherlands. The donation will be celebrated at a lunch hosted by Amsterdam Mayor Eberhard van der Laan and Alderman Carolien Gehrels at the Mayor’s residence on Friday, November 30, 2012.

Hyatt Regency McCormick Place announced today that phase two of its multi-million dollar expansion and renovation will begin in December 2012.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that an affiliate of the company has formed a joint venture with an affiliate of Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. to develop and operate a 131-unit Hyatt Residence Club resort in Maui, Hawaii on Ka’anapali Beach.

Hyatt has been named one of the “Best Places to Work for LGBT Equality” after receiving for the ninth consecutive year a 100 percent rating on the 2013 Corporate Equality Index (CEI), an annual report administered since 2002 by the Human Rights Campaign (HRC), which is America’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender civil rights organization.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with Grande Asset Hotels and Property Public Company Limited, a Bangkok-based real estate development company, for Hyatt Regency Bangkok, Sukhumvit.

Hyatt today announced that the Chicago Tribune has named Hyatt and its Chicagoland hotels as the number two workplace in Chicago.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Hyatt Place San Jose/Pinares, the first Hyatt-branded hotel in Costa Rica and the first Hyatt Place hotel outside of the United States.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Folio Fine Wine Partners, announce today the launch of Folio Fine Wine Partners’ new digital, Canvas Art of Living app and Canvas Pinot Noir. 

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that a Hyatt affiliate has signed an agreement for a Hyatt Regency hotel in Istanbul with Bosphorus Otelcilik ve Yatirim Ltd.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into an agreement with Bonifacio Landmark Realty and Development Corp. (BLC), a joint-venture company between property developer Federal Land Inc. and Japanese financial services group ORIX Corporation, for a Grand Hyatt hotel and Grand Hyatt branded residences in Manila, Philippines.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that a Hyatt affiliate has purchased the Hyatt Regency Birmingham hotel in the United Kingdom for approximately USD$43 million.  

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (“Hyatt” or the “Company”) (NYSE: H) today reported financial results for the third quarter 2012.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that a Hyatt affiliate acquired a select service hotel in downtown Minneapolis and will rebrand the hotel as Hyatt Place Minneapolis Downtown following $20 million in capital improvements.

We express our deepest concern for our guests, associates and neighbors impacted by the effects of Hurricane Sandy. At this time, Hyatt hotels in the impacted regions are working closely with...

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announces that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into an agreement for a Hyatt House hotel in San Juan, Puerto Rico with an affiliate of Island Hospitality Partners, LLC, a joint venture of PRISA Group and McConnell Valdes Consulting.

CHICAGO (October 29, 2012) — Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the opening of Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht, the first Hyatt hotel in the Netherlands and the ninth addition...

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has signed a management agreement with IHHR Hospitality Private Limited (IHHR) for five Ista hotels in India to be re-branded by Hyatt.

Andaz Maui at Wailea Resort & Spa and acclaimed chef Masaharu Morimoto are pleased to announce that they will team up to unveil Morimoto Maui, which will focus on the seamless integration of traditional Japanese culinary techniques with local, Hawaiian ingredients.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with China Resources Land Limited for a Park Hyatt hotel in Qingdao, China.

Hyatt Place San Diego/Vista-Carlsbad will be teaming up with the Vista Unified School District to host the brand's first Gallery Night, a unique opening event that will transform the Hyatt Place Gallery into an actual art gallery, showcasing local art pieces created by students at Vista and Rancho Buena Vista High Schools.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with Sinolanka Hotels and Spa Private Limited for a Hyatt Regency hotel in Colombo, Sri Lanka.

Hyatt Hotels & Resorts today launched its industry leading Group Bill technology, a real time billing and tracking system developed with planners input and needs in mind.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into an agreement with Ginekar Limited Liability Company for a Hyatt Place hotel in Yerevan, the capital of Armenia.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced that it ranked 25th on this year’s InformationWeek 500, a list of the top technology innovators in the U.S.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a management agreement with Dilony S.A. for a new Hyatt hotel in Montevideo, Uruguay.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the opening of Park Hyatt Chennai, marking the 30th hotel in the Park Hyatt collection and the first Park Hyatt hotel to be introduced in the city of Chennai, known as the gateway to Southern India.

Hyatt today announced that seven Hyatt hotels in the Asia-Pacific region have been designated ‘Best Business Hotel’ in their respective cities in the 2012 Business Traveller Asia-Pacific Awards.

Today, Andaz Savannah, a lifestyle hotel, opened in the former Avia Savannah in historic downtown Savannah. 

HYATT house Falls Church is located in Fairfax, Virginia’s vibrant new Mosaic District, a walkable shopping, dining and entertainment neighborhood. This is the first new HYATT house hotel to open since Hyatt launched the HYATT house brand earlier this year and joins 53 other HYATT house hotels throughout the United States.

The first Andaz hotel in Northern California, Andaz Napa, makes its debut today  in the heart of California wine country. Formerly Avia Napa, the newly rebranded Andaz Napa is centrally located in Napa’s revitalized “West End,” providing an ideal setting for visitors to explore wine country, with convenient proximity to Napa’s premier tasting rooms, gourmet dining, shopping and the famed Oxbow Public Market.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the opening of Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, the first Grand Hyatt hotel in Malaysia.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate signed a management agreement with Unity Infraprojects Limited for a Hyatt Place hotel in Nagpur, India.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into an agreement for a Hyatt Place hotel in Manatí, Puerto Rico with Island Hospitality Partners, LLC, a joint venture of PRISA Group and McConnell Valdes Consulting.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today the opening of Hyatt Regency Chongqing, introducing the Hyatt Regency brand to the booming city in Southwest China.

Hyatt Gold Passport^® members can begin registering today for a new global promotion that brings travelers one step closer to their next vacation. From September 1 through November 30, 2012, Hyatt Gold Passport members have the opportunity to earn thousands of bonus points, which can be redeemed for free nights at any Hyatt, anywhere in the world.

Hyatt Regency Indian Wells Resort and Spa, formerly Hyatt Grand Champions Resort, Villas and Spa, ushers in a new era today following a phase completion of an ongoing multi-million dollar renovation.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H), The Kolter Group LLC and Interstate Hotels & Resorts today announce the opening of Hyatt Place Delray Beach, Palm Beach County’s first new hotel opening in more than two years.

Hyatt today announced details of its new organic and seasonal children’s menu created exclusively for Hyatt by renowned food pioneer and chef, Alice Waters.

Recognized for its commitment to its associates, Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport earned the top spot in the category for companies with 300-1,000 employees in the 2012 Best Places to Work awards by Orlando Business Journal. Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport joins Hyatt’s growing list of honors and recognition.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (“Hyatt” or the “Company”) (NYSE: H) today reported financial results for the second quarter 2012.

SAN FRANCISCO (July 25, 2012) – The San Francisco Regional Office of the National Labor Relations Board has cited leaders of UniteHere Local 2, which represents Hyatt hotel associates in San...

Hyatt Hotels Corporation set the record straight about UniteHere’s three-year-old campaign against Hyatt in a full-page ad published in today’s Washington Post. The UniteHere campaign is not about creating a better workplace at Hyatt hotels. It is an attempt to boost union membership at non-union Hyatt hotels through card check, a non-democratic and often-intimidating process for workers.

The Chicago area Regional Director of the National Labor Relations Board has found merit in Hyatt’s  unfair labor practice charges that Unite Here locals representing Hyatt associates in the Chicago area - Unite Here Local 1 and Local 450 - have bargained in bad faith and made illegal demands during contract negotiations with Hyatt.

Hyatt is proud to announce that Davidson Hotels & Resorts is the recipient of Hyatt’s inaugural North American Full Service Strategic Partnership award.

Hyatt Corporation today announced the launch of a new, innovative menu, “For Kids By Kids,” which provides more nutritious, fresh and interactive offerings for the three million children served annually in all full-service Hyatt hotels and resorts throughout the U.S., Canada and the Caribbean.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced today that Hyatt affiliates signed management agreements for an Andaz hotel in Gurgaon and a Grand Hyatt hotel in Kochi, bringing the total number of announced Hyatt-branded hotels under development in India to 56.