Hotel opening marks Hyatt’s return to Puerto Rico
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 6, 2013--
Hyatt
Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Hyatt
Place Bayamon in Bayamon, Puerto Rico. The hotel’s opening marks the
first Hyatt Place hotel to enter the Caribbean market and the return of
Hyatt-branded hotels to Puerto Rico after a seven-year absence.
“We are looking forward to showing travelers visiting Puerto Rico what
the award-winning Hyatt Place brand is all about,” said
Chris Walker
,
vice president of brands, Hyatt Place. “Opening the first Hyatt Place in
Puerto Rico is a significant step as we continue to serve more guests
worldwide and we prepare to welcome additional Hyatt Place hotels
throughout the Caribbean, Mexico and Latin America over the next few
years.”
Hyatt Place has been recognized by guests and the hospitality industry
for its distinctive amenities and service. The brand was recently
recognized as: highest in guest satisfaction among upscale hotel chains
in the U.S. by J.D. Power; one of the top 10 brands offering the best
customer satisfaction in both the Americas and around the globe by the
Market Metrix Hospitality Index; and best in its category for the second
consecutive year in Business Travel News’ annual Hotel Chain
Survey.
In the Caribbean, a second Hyatt Place hotel in Manati, Puerto Rico is
scheduled to open in 2014. Hyatt’s brand portfolio in the Caribbean is
represented with Hyatt Regency-branded hotels and resorts in Trinidad
and Aruba. Other previously announced hotels slated to open in the next
three years include
Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall
in Montego Bay, Jamaica and
Park Hyatt St. Kitts
on the island of St. Kitts and Nevis.
About Hyatt Place Bayamon
Hyatt Place Bayamon is an upscale, select-service hotel designed for
multi-tasking travelers. The hotel is located in Puerto Rico’s second
largest city, near San Juan, and it is 20 minutes from Luis Muñoz Marín
International Airport. Bayamon is within the metropolitan area of San
Juan, making it a convenient option for travelers wishing to access
Puerto Rico’s business districts or the island medical facilities.
Entertainment and activity options abound within a 3-mile radius of the
hotel. Nearby, guests can find Plaza Del Sol shopping mall, Bayamon’s
18-Hole Golf Course, and Paseo Lineal Recreation Park with a nature
trail that leads to Punta Salina Beach. Additionally, guests at Hyatt
Place Bayamon may enjoy the convenience of Applebee’s restaurant
adjacent to the hotel.
Hyatt Place Bayamon offers guests:
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156 roomy rooms, each featuring a swiveling 42-inch HDTV, the plush
Hyatt Grand Bed, a Cozy Corner with sectional sofa-sleeper and Hyatt
Plug Panel media center for connecting a laptop or media device to the
TV
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Free Wi-Fi everywhere
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Free a.m. Kitchen Skillet TM for guests, featuring freshly
prepared breakfast sandwiches, a variety of fresh fruits, hot and cold
cereal, yogurt, breads, premium coffee and an assortment of juices
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More than 1,900 square feet of flexible, hi-tech meeting and function
space
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A Coffee to Cocktails Bar featuring specialty coffees and premium
beers, as well as wines and cocktails
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24/7 Gallery Menu serving made-to-order greens, sandwiches,
flatbreads, apps and more around the clock
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24-hour StayFit Gym
“Our Gallery Hosts look forward to welcoming visitors and locals of
Puerto Rico with Hyatt’s authentic hospitality and providing a seamless
Hyatt Place stay,” said
Frankie Mariano
, general manager, Hyatt Place
Bayamon. “Our vibrant city of Bayamon is growing, and we are proud to be
opening Hyatt Place in Bayamon amongst its flourishing sports, food,
arts and culture scene. Guests to our hotel will undoubtedly have the
best access to explore what the destination offers.”
Hyatt Place Bayamon Leadership
Hyatt Place Bayamon is under the leadership of General Manager
Frankie
Mariano
and Director of Sales
Laura Reyes
. In his role, Mariano is
directly responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the
hotel, including overseeing the hotel’s 46 associates and ensuring
guests encounter the purposeful service for which Hyatt Place is known.
Reyes is responsible for providing sales service and support to
travelers and meeting planners frequenting the Bayamon area.
For Hyatt Place Bayamon information in English and Spanish, or to make a
reservation, visit bayamon.place.hyatt.com.
About Hyatt Place
Launched in 2006, Hyatt Place brings to the upscale select service hotel
category the authentic hospitality for which Hyatt is known. Inspired by
multitasking travelers’ 24/7 lifestyle, Hyatt Place combines stylish
design and practical amenities with a forward-thinking guest experience
and purposeful service. Roomy rooms feature multiple areas to work and
relax, and include the in-room Cozy Corner; plush Hyatt Grand Bed®;
and separate workspace. Guests can also enjoy free Wi-Fi and remote
printing everywhere, 24-hour StayFit Gym, Coffee to Cocktails Bar
offering specialty coffees and a variety of premium beers, wine and
cocktails, and a 24/7 Gallery Market including freshly made grab n’ go
sandwiches and salads and a Bakery Case filled with items sure to
satisfy the sweet tooth. The 24/7 Gallery Menu offers freshly prepared
meals any time day or night, in addition to the free a.m. Kitchen SkilletTM
served daily for guests, featuring hot breakfast items, fresh
fruit and more. The Odds & Ends program also has guests covered with
items they may have forgot and can buy, borrow or enjoy for free.
Specially trained Gallery Hosts are on hand to offer assistance with
everything from directions to check-in to a freshly made meal.
Hyatt Place, a brand of Hyatt Hotels Corporation, offers more than 180
locations in the United States, Costa Rica and India. For Hyatt Place
information or to make a reservation, call 1-888-HYATT-HP (888-492-8847)
or visit www.HyattPlace.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 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®,
Park Hyatt®, Andaz®, Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Hyatt Place®, Hyatt
House®, Hyatt ZilaraTM,
and
Hyatt Ziva
TM brand
names and have locations on six continents. Hyatt Residential
Group, Inc., a Hyatt Hotels Corporation subsidiary,
develops, operates, markets or licenses Hyatt ResidencesTM
and Hyatt Residence ClubTM. As of
September 30, 2013, the Company's worldwide portfolio consisted of 535
properties in 47 countries. For more information, please visit www.hyatt.com.
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