Hyatt House Düsseldorf marks the brand’s entry into Europe
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Hyatt
today announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a franchise
agreement with InTown Hospitality GmbH for a Hyatt House hotel in
Düsseldorf, Germany, which is expected to open January 2017. Hyatt House
Düsseldorf will mark the brand’s entry into Europe, and is the first
franchise agreement for a Hyatt-branded hotel in the region, an
important step toward increasing Hyatt’s brand representation throughout
Europe.
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Hyatt House Düsseldorf will be a part of Andreas Quartier, a former courthouse being redeveloped by Frankonia Eurobau Andreasquartier GmbH. (Photo: Business Wire)
“We are delighted to announce plans for the first Hyatt House hotel in
Europe,” said Peter Fulton, group president – Europe, Africa and Middle
East, Hyatt. “We continue to grow the Hyatt House brand thoughtfully in
key markets around the world, and we believe Hyatt House Düsseldorf will
provide an exciting new hotel experience for guests visiting this
important European city.”
The hotel will be a part of Andreas Quartier, a former courthouse being
redeveloped by Frankonia Eurobau Andreasquartier GmbH. Located in the
Altstadt (Old Town) district of central Düsseldorf, the hotel will be
nearby the Rhine River embankment and Königsallee, the city’s most
prestigious street that is home to high-end retailers and theaters.
Additionally, the hotel will be a short walk to the city’s main
attractions and a 15-minute drive to Düsseldorf International Airport.
The hotel’s interior will be designed by Jan Wichers, a renowned German
designer whose portfolio includes hotels, restaurants and golf courses
worldwide.
“We are honored to be part of the first Hyatt House hotel in Germany –
the combination of the hotel’s extended stay offering and ideal location
will be attractive for business and leisure travelers and families,”
said Moreno Occhiolini, chief executive officer, InTown Hospitality
GmbH. “We believe that Hyatt House Düsseldorf will cater to a growing
extended stay market in the Düsseldorf area. We look forward to
welcoming guests and making them feel at home.”
Hyatt House Düsseldorf will offer:
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102 apartment-style Kitchen Suites with fully-equipped
kitchens, comfortable living rooms, spacious bedrooms, and stylish
bathrooms with complimentary skin and hair care amenities
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Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel and guestrooms
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The Commons, a comfortable lounge with an open and welcoming
space for guests to relax, gather and socialize
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24/7 H Market to meet the everyday needs of guests, from snacks
and sundries
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A 24-hour Workout Room to keep fitness routines going
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Gathering Rooms with flexible meeting spaces, audiovisual
equipment and a House Host to make sure events are a real crowd pleaser
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Borrows Menu with often-forgotten items from phone charges to
razors
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A Very Important Resident (VIR) program, including
complimentary grocery shopping, and other personalized perks, for
guests with 30 plus consecutive nights
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Additional services, including guest laundry and complimentary grocery
shopping available to extended stay guests
There are five Hyatt-branded hotels currently open in Germany, including Park
Hyatt Hamburg, Grand
Hyatt Berlin, Hyatt
Regency Cologne, Hyatt
Regency Düsseldorf, and Hyatt
Regency Mainz. In addition to Hyatt House Düsseldorf, there are two
Hyatt-branded hotels currently under development: Andaz
Munich and Hyatt
Place Frankfurt Airport.
The term “Hyatt” is used in this release for convenience to refer to
Hyatt Hotels Corporation and/or one or more of its affiliates.
About Hyatt House
Hyatt House, a brand of Hyatt Hotels Corporation, launched in 2012 and
offers more than 65 locations throughout the United States, China and
Puerto Rico. Inspired by extensive research into guest experiences,
Hyatt House hotels offer services, amenities, upscale spaces and a
casual, comfortable environment that reminds guests of home. To learn
more about Hyatt House hotels or to book a reservation, visit www.hyatthouse.com.
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About InTown Hospitality GmbH
InTown Hospitality GmbH is a joint venture between Frankonia Eurobau AG
and Moreno Occhiolini. Hyatt House Düsseldorf is the first hotel under
the company's management. InTown Hospitality GmbH aims to develop its
hotel operation business in Germany and abroad by combining Frankonia's
real estate development expertise with Moreno’s in-depth knowledge of
hotel operations. Moreno Occhiolini is a seasoned hotelier and served as
Chief Operating Officer of Rocco Forte Hotels until March 2009.
About Hyatt Hotels Corporation
Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H), headquartered in Chicago, is a
leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 12 premier brands
and 652 properties in 53 countries as of March 31, 2016. The Company's
purpose to care for people so they can be their best informs its
business decisions and growth strategy and is intended to create value
for shareholders, build relationships with guests and attract the best
colleagues in the industry. 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 Park Hyatt®, Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Hyatt®,
Andaz®, Hyatt Centric™, The Unbound Collection by Hyatt™, Hyatt
Place®, Hyatt House®, Hyatt Ziva™,
Hyatt Zilara™ and Hyatt Residence Club® brand
names and have locations on six continents. For more information, please
visit www.hyatt.com.
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