CARLSBAD, Calif., Jan 25, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) --

Hyatt Hotels & Resorts and Inns of America today announce the opening of Hyatt Summerfield Suites San Diego/Carlsbad, marking the 35^th Hyatt Summerfield Suites nationwide.

Hyatt Summerfield Suites San Diego/Carlsbad makes travelers feel right at home with its guest suites and public spaces, which are designed to facilitate interaction between guests and staff. The lobby functions as a neighborhood; guests can enter the hotel and be greeted by a central core of business essentials for daily living, such as a Guest Market, which is open 24/7, a Business Center and more. The path through the public space leads to an outdoor area which features a heated pool, grilling area and gathering spaces for guests to relax and socialize. These hotel components allow guests to enjoy a comfortable and productive stay, whether it is for a short trip or an extended stay.

"Carlsbad is an area that has the best of both worlds; as home to many well-known corporate offices, along with its prime coastal location right on the beach, it attracts a diverse traveler mix that we are eager and ready to welcome to the hotel," said Dennis Herris, general manager, Hyatt Summerfield Suites San Diego/Carlsbad. "Whether people are visiting for a short trip or an extended stay, we know that Hyatt Summerfield Suites San Diego/Carlsbad is the perfect solution for our guests because we provide a personalized hotel experience that allows them to feel right at home."

Hyatt Summerfield Suites San Diego/Carlsbad captures all of the natural beauty that the coastal resort city of Carlsbad has to offer. The hotel is just two blocks from the beach and is close to top dining, entertainment, shopping, several world class golf courses, and the famous Del Mar Racetrack. Hyatt Summerfield Suites San Diego/Carlsbad is just a short drive to many of San Diego's top tourist sports, such as the San Diego Zoo and SeaWorld. The hotel is also a great option for guests visiting students at University of California San Diego, California State University San Marcos, and University of Phoenix-San Diego Campus. For guests in town on business, the hotel is centrally located to the corporate offices of California Transplant Services, Taylor-made Golf, 24 Hour Fitness, Life Technologies, Callaway Golf, Chuao Chocolatier, and many more.

"We are so thrilled to be working with Hyatt and to be bringing the Hyatt Summerfield Suites name to this region of California, which is a wonderful addition to the community," said Bill Herrick, owner, Inns of America. "We did a complete top-to-bottom renovation to make sure that we capture everything the Hyatt Summerfield Suites brand represents, including its casual hospitality, modern atmosphere and practical amenities that allow travelers to feel the comforts of home, the convenience of a neighborhood and the feel of a real community."

Hyatt Summerfield Suites San Diego/Carlsbad offers:

• 97 spacious guestrooms, all of which feature a 32-inch HDTV in the bedroom and living area and the plush Hyatt Grand Bed(R)
• Complimentary Wi-Fi access throughout the hotel
• Complimentary hot breakfast buffet seven days a week offering traditional favorites like eggs, waffles, bacon and French toast
• Complimentary Evening Social every Monday - Thursday featuring complimentary beverages and hors d'oeuvres that change nightly, including a mashed potato bar, soup and fresh mixed field greens
• Complimentary shuttle to and from Legoland theme park
• A full kitchen in every guest suite where guests can prepare a fast, easy meal
• More than 800 square feet of meeting space
• State-of-the-art fitness center with free weights
• Onsite laundry services
• Outdoor heated pool and Jacuzzi

About Hyatt Summerfield Suites

Hyatt Summerfield Suites are upscale, all-suite, residential-style hotels offering travelers spacious, contemporary studio, one- and two-bedroom suites ideal for any length of stay. Guests will find an atmosphere that provides the sociability of a neighborhood with features such as a complimentary full breakfast buffet, evening socials, a guest market, laundry facilities and a business center. There are currently 35 Hyatt Summerfield Suites hotels throughout the country. For information or to make a reservation, call 866 XS HYATT (866-974-9288) or visit www.hyattsummerfieldsuites.com. From the U.S. and Canada, reservations for Hyatt Hotels & Resorts worldwide may be obtained by calling 1-800-233-1234 or logging onto www.hyatt.com.

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 in 45 countries strive to make a difference in the lives of the guests they encounter every day by providing authentic hospitality. The Company's subsidiaries manage, franchise, own and develop hotels and resorts under the Hyatt(R), Park Hyatt(R), Andaz(R), Grand Hyatt(R), Hyatt Regency(R), Hyatt Place(R) and Hyatt Summerfield Suites(R)brand names and have locations under development on five continents. Hyatt Residential Group, Inc., a Hyatt Hotels Corporation subsidiary, develops, operates and markets as Hyatt Residence Club and Hyatt Residences. As of September 30, 2010, the Company's worldwide portfolio consisted of 447 properties. For more information, please visit www.hyatt.com.

About Herrick Properties

Herrick Properties is a group of family owned companies, headquartered in Carlsbad, California, whose multi-generational expertise includes over 30 years of building, management and ownership in the hospitality industry. The Herrick family has built 30 hotels, with the comfort of the guest foremost in their planning. The company prides itself on Gold Standard Customer Service, believing that the guest should have an experience with each of their visits. Greeting each guest with a personal approach and comfortable accommodations is paramount to their success. Their companies develop, manage and own hotels under the Inns of America, WRSJG, TMACK Melrose, Herrick Holdings and Herrick Enterprises corporate monikers, in locations throughout California.

SOURCE: Hyatt Hotels Corporation

Hyatt Hotels & Resorts
Jamie Zimmerman, (312) 780-6070
jamie.zimmerman@hyatt.com