Consistently ranked as one of Latin America’s top luxury hotels,
Carmelo Resort & Spa joins the Hyatt portfolio, affording guests the
benefits of the Hyatt Gold Passport loyalty program
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Hyatt
Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) today announced a Hyatt affiliate has
entered into a franchise agreement with Hotel Corporation Uruguay, S.A.
for Carmelo Resort & Spa in Carmelo, Uruguay. Formerly managed by Four
Seasons Hotels & Resorts, the resort will be operated as Carmelo Resort
and Spa, a Hyatt Hotel. The hotel will be managed by the Hotel
Corporation Uruguay, S.A. in conjunction with SMI Hotels &
Resorts. Guests will now be able to earn and redeem Hyatt
Gold Passport points when staying at Carmelo Resort & Spa, A Hyatt
Hotel.
Carmelo Resort & Spa A Hyatt Hotel (Photo: Business Wire)
“Carmelo Resort & Spa, A Hyatt Hotel is delighted to join Hyatt’s
portfolio of hotels. Hyatt has a reputation for excellence around the
world and we believe their expertise and brand reputation will add
significant value to our resort,” said Eduardo Canton, President, Hotel
Corporation Uruguay, S.A. “After having earned a rich tradition of
luxury hospitality in Uruguay, we look forward to integrating Hyatt’s
position in the market as a purveyor of authentic hospitality, and
elevating ourselves to a new level of customer service and care for our
guests.”
“We are thrilled to have Carmelo Resort & Spa, A Hyatt Hotel join the
Hyatt family. We look forward to being a good steward and maintaining
the resort’s rich local tradition,” said Myles McGourty, senior vice
president, Latin America & Caribbean, Hyatt. “With the strength of our
hospitality culture and expertise in the region, we believe Hyatt will
bring great value to the resort and we welcome all of its associates and
loyal guests.”
ACCOMMODATIONS
Located in Carmelo, Uruguay, the luxury resort is nestled on the banks
of the Rio de la Plata river, and is strategically situated for guests
to enjoy the natural surroundings of southwest Uruguay.
The 44-guestroom resort incorporates Asian and South American design
touches, including the use of imported woods, that, when combined,
create a rich holistic zen retreat environment for guests, all the while
maintaining authentic Uruguayan hospitality and terroir. Each of the
resort’s exquisitely appointed 24 bi-level suites and 20 detached villas
are designed for travelers to live and luxuriate in. All accommodations
offer a private terrace for outdoor living and private dining, and
stunning views of the surrounding area that includes a eucalyptus
forest, pine groves, vineyards, and the famed Rio de la Plata.
Consistently recognized as one of Latin America’s top luxury hotels,
Carmelo Resort & Spa has garnered honors from major publications
including Travel + Leisure's “World's Best Top 100 Resorts and
Hotels” and Condé Nast Traveler’s “Best Hotels/Resorts in South
America,” among many other consumer and industry awards.
DINING
Carmelo Resort & Spa, A Hyatt Hotel offers four on-property dining
options, all of which feature local products the Carmelo region is known
for, such as Tannat wines from surrounding vineyards, locally
produced cheese and dairy products, and a variety of
traditionally-cured, organic and grass-fed meats.
Pura is the resort’s signature all day dining restaurant, serving
Mediterranean dishes as well as the flavors of Uruguayan cuisine. The
restaurant also offers exceptional views of the resort’s outdoor
double-cascade swimming pool, and a distant view of the Rio de la Plata.
Mandara Bar features a selection of local meats and tapas in a
contemporary setting, along with a spectacular terrace where guests can
lounge and socialize. Offering guests a taste of the river’s daily
catch, Rio Bar features a variety of fresh fish dishes and unique cuts
of grilled meats. Designed for relaxing, Shiva Lounge is a tucked-away
retreat for unwinding with a cocktail.
SPA AND RECREATION
The beauty of the Uruguayan landscape offers a perfect backdrop for the
resort’s award-winning spa, Chandra, a holistic zen spa. Its
Asian-inspired design is a sanctuary for guests to find physical and
spiritual wellbeing. Chandra offers guests a variety of stress-reducing
meditation techniques, yoga and relaxation therapies, meditation
sessions, massage, aromatherapy as well as a variety of soothing water,
skin-care, and beauty treatments. The spa facility offers guests an
indoor heated pool, dry sauna, and a fully equipped fitness center. A
large outdoor swimming pool with a cascading waterfall and lounge areas
complement the relaxation experience.
Guests of the resort can choose from a wide range of nearby recreational
activities. The resort features two all-weather lighted tennis courts,
and complimentary bicycles are available for guests to use to explore
the resort grounds, nearby woods and grasslands. The resort’s
complimentary shuttle service provides transportation to the 18-hole,
world-class Carmelo Golf Course, which was designed by Randy Thompson &
Kelly Moran and winds around numerous lakes, wetlands, and native trees.
In addition, a variety of excursions are available in the Carmelo area,
from fishing, bird watching or sunset cruises on the Rio de la Plata, to
Polo classes and horseback riding on local trails.
The resort community of Carmelo offers visitors an airfield certified to
receive international flights, as well as a private harbor and marina
for those arriving by boat. The nearby Narbona Estate gives visitors a
first-hand look at the renowned and award-winning Tannat wines that are
locally produced. Among the activities offered on the Estate grounds are
vineyard tours, grappa-making lessons and tastings, wine and cheese
tastings - all guided by the estates winemaker.
MEETING AND EVENTS
Carmelo Resort & Spa, A Hyatt Hotel offers a unique and privileged
destination for meetings, special events, and weddings. Event facilities
at the resort combine well-equipped conference rooms with stunning views
of the Rio de la Plata, surrounded by Uruguay’s natural environment. The
resort offers two boardrooms, the largest one at 106-square-meter
(1,141-square-foot) with a connecting terrace, ideal for executive
retreats. The resort’s “estancia” is a ranch-style outdoor event space,
ideal for large gatherings and barbeque feasts. The nearby convention
center, Narbona Estate, and the private harbor offer stunning settings
for a variety of meetings, events and celebrations with beautiful views
of the Uruguayan landscape and local terroir.
Carmelo Resort & Spa, A Hyatt Hotel is a two-hour car or ferry ride from
Puerto Madero, Buenos Aires, Argentina or a 20-minute flight via small
plane from Aeroparque Jorge Newbery airport in Buenos Aires. Montevideo,
Uruguay’s capital and largest city, is less than four hours away by car
or a 35-minute flight via small plane.
For additional information regarding Carmelo Resort & Spa, A Hyatt
Hotel, or to make a room reservation, please visit www.carmelo.hyatt.com.
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The term "Hyatt" is used in this release for convenience to refer to
Hyatt Hotels Corporation or one or more of its affiliates.
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 develop,
own, operate, manage, franchise, license or provide services to hotels,
resorts, branded residences and vacation ownership properties, including
under the Hyatt®, Park Hyatt®, Andaz®, Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Centric™,
Hyatt Regency®, Hyatt Place®, Hyatt House®,
Hyatt Zilara™, Hyatt
Ziva™, Hyatt
Residences® and Hyatt Residence Club® brand names
and have locations on six continents. As of March 31, 2015, the
Company's worldwide portfolio consisted of 599 properties in 50
countries. For more information, please visit www.hyatt.com.
Owners Profile
The owner of Carmelo Resort & Spa, A Hyatt Hotel (The Resort) is Eduardo
Alberto "Pacha" Canton has worked many years in the financial market and
in the family business. At a very young age, Eduardo designed and
developed a Master Plan in Carmelo, Uruguay. It included a luxury resort
hotel & spa; the Carmelo International Airport, which is ranked 2nd in
number of private flights in Uruguay; a championship golf course,
designed by Randy Thompson and Kelly Moran and developed by American
Golf course Design LTDA; a private port and marina, with annual boat
traffic of 800 comprised of customers from The Resort and the El Faro
luxury housing real estate development, which has 140 constructed houses
to date, and the Narbona Estates that include a renown boutique Winery.
The Master Plan was completed with the addition of two luxury real
estate developments, closely tied to horse ranches. Thirty years after
his Master Plan was sketched, it has grown and matured as a contributor
to Carmelo’s history and culture.

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