131-room Hyatt Place hotel opens in Chicago’s Hyde Park neighborhood
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 17, 2013--
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) and Olympia Hotel Management today
announce the opening of Hyatt
Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center, the first newly built
hotel to open in Hyde Park in 50 years. On the heels of June’s opening
of Hyatt Place Chicago/
River North
, this marks the brand’s second
location in the city.
“As a native of the South Side of Chicago, I am proud to have the honor
of opening this hotel in historic Hyde Park,” said
Anthony Beach
,
general manager, Hyatt Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center.
“This beautiful neighborhood is enjoying re-development which will
further enrich the area’s reputation as the cultural and economic hub of
South Chicago.”
Located on Chicago’s East 53rd Street next to University of Chicago’s
campus and the University of Chicago Medical Center, the hotel is easily
accessible from Chicago’s downtown via Lake Shore Drive and city public
transportation. Hyatt Place Chicago South/University Medical Center
serves as the anchor to Hyde Park’s
Harper Court
, which boasts
restaurants, retail shopping and a signature level LA Fitness. It is
also located in close proximity to the museum consortium, which includes
the Oriental Institute, Museum of Science and Industry, the Dusable
Museum of African-American History and the Smart Museum.
The Hyatt Place Chicago-South University Medical Center offers:
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131 spacious guestrooms, all of which feature a 42-inch HDTV, the
plush Hyatt Grand Bed® and a Cozy Corner sectional sofa
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Free Wi-Fi access throughout the hotel
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Complimentary a.m. Kitchen SkilletTM, 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 1200 square feet of flexible, high-tech meeting/function
space
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24/7 Gallery Menu serving made-to-order entrees and appetizers around
the clock
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A Coffee to Cocktails Bar featuring specialty coffees and premium
beers, as well as wines and cocktails
“This project has enjoyed support from an amazing array of people and
organizations,” said
John Schultzel
, vice president of hotel management,
Olympia Hotel Management. “The sense of hospitality within our team is
tremendous, and we’re looking forward to extending that hospitality to
our guests.”
HYATT PLACE CHICAGO-SOUTH/UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER LEADERSHIP
Hyatt Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center is under the
leadership of General Manager
Anthony Beach
and Director of Sales
Maurese Nelson. In his role, Beach is directly responsible for managing
the day-to-day operations of the hotel, including overseeing the hotel’s
35 associates and ensuring guests encounter the purposeful service for
which Hyatt Place is known. Nelson is responsible for providing sales
service and support to travelers and meeting planners frequenting the
Hyde Park area, University of Chicago and the University Medical Center.
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 forward-thinking technology and
purposeful service. Spacious guestrooms feature multiple areas to work
and relax, and include the Cozy Corner; plush Hyatt Grand Bed; and
ergonomic work center. Every guestroom is also equipped with a
state-of-the-art media center that allows electronic devices to plug
directly into the 42-inch, high-definition television, giving guests
instant access to the technological amenities they’re accustomed to
accessing at home or in the office. Hyatt Place hotels also feature
complimentary Wi-Fi access, a StayFit@Hyatt fitness center, a coffee and
wine bar serving specialty coffees and premium wine and beer, and a Grab
’n Go case stocked with freshly made sandwiches and salads. The 24/7
Gallery Menu offers made-to-order breakfast, lunch and dinner entrées
around the clock, in addition to the a.m. Kitchen SkilletTM,
a complimentary hot breakfast served daily. Specially trained 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 170
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 Olympia Hotel Management
Over the course of four decades, The Olympia Companies have developed a
philosophy of maximizing value by addressing the growing complexities of
modern hotel facilities. Focusing on the specific needs of hotel guests,
our customer-centric strategy continues to enhance our proficiency in
development and hotel operations management. Visit the website at www.theolympiacompanies.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® and
Hyatt House® 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
June 30, 2013, the Company's worldwide portfolio consisted of 524
properties in 46 countries. For more information, please visit www.hyatt.com.

Source: Hyatt Hotels Corporation
Hyatt Hotels & Resorts
Stephanie Sheppard, (312) 780-5399
Stephanie.sheppard@hyatt.com