Hotel opening marks the brand’s first destination hotel outside of
North America
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Hyatt announced today the opening of Hyatt Centric Montevideo, the
brand’s first hotel to open outside of North America, and the second
Hyatt-branded property in Uruguay. The 178-room hotel is located in the
bustling Pocitos neighborhood, a prime destination for guests to explore
and discover the heart of Montevideo. Hyatt Centric Montevideo is in
close proximity to many of the area’s business and leisure districts,
including the World Trade Center, Montevideo Shopping and Ciudad Vieja,
as well as La Rambla, the coastal avenue where locals meet daily to
exercise, socialize and take in the city’s best sunsets.
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“We are delighted to welcome the first international Hyatt Centric hotel
to the charming city of Montevideo,” said Myles McGourty, senior vice
president of operations for Hyatt in Latin America and the Caribbean.
“Hyatt Centric Montevideo was designed to make guests feel welcome and
connected with the heart of the destination. We are confident that this
contemporary new hotel will allow for exploration and discovery, while
introducing Hyatt’s well-known hospitality to both guests and residents.”
Arrival Experience
Guests can begin their journey cruising the Uruguayan coastline along La
Rambla, the 19 mile (30km) waterside promenade near Hyatt Centric
Montevideo. Upon entering the hotel, a large lounge welcomes guests as
they make their way to the stylish lobby area. A stained-glass inspired
ceiling invites natural light into the space and marks a central point
that integrates the hotel’s restaurant, lobby and bar. The hotel design
sets the stage for an authentic Montevideo experience and includes
mosaic floors, eclectic ambiance and local artwork combined with modern
luxury design, creating a touch of local culture. Large windows from the
bar, deli and library offer sweeping views of the Rio de la Plata.
“We are thrilled to open our doors in Montevideo and present a hotel
that truly captures Montevidean culture and innovative design,” said
Guillaume Paupy, general manager of Hyatt Centric Montevideo. “Our team
is ready to welcome guests and share their insider knowledge to help
guests explore the best of the destination.”
Guestrooms
The hotel’s 178 spacious guestrooms, including 14 suites, balance the
energy of the city with a calm, inviting respite. The minimal yet
upscale features include contemporary furniture, destination-inspired
artwork and modern colorful touches. Guestrooms offer impressive views
of Rio de la Plata or the serene cityscape, and combine amenities to
meet the needs of the millennial-minded traveler, including a luxurious
plush bed, 47-inch LED TV (55-inch in suites), mini bar, large walk-in
shower (additional bath tub in suites), generous work desk with enhanced
lighting, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, premium bath amenities, JBL
Horizon alarm clocks, a salon-grade hairdryer, concierge service, and 24
hour in-room dining.
Executive rooms and suites also have access to special services and
amenities such as the rooftop lounge, which offers 180-degree waterfront
views, continental breakfast, and evening cocktails, among other
services.
Dining and Drinking
Hyatt Centric Montevideo features distinct dining options including
breakfast, business lunches, intimate dinners, quick drinks or casual
dining experiences designed to inspire food lovers during their journey
to explore the best of local flavors.
The hotel’s signature restaurant Plantado features a regionally inspired
menu offering locally sourced produce and classic Uruguayan favorites
for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Behind the culinary concept and menu is
the talented Executive Chef Federico Ferrari, formerly of Palacio Duhau
- Park Hyatt Buenos Aires.
When the sun sets over the city, guests can retreat to the hotel’s
vibrant Moderno Bar. Eclectic décor and scenic views complement creative
signature cocktails, gourmet small plates and a unique selection of
acclaimed local wines and artisan beers.
Additional food and beverage amenities include the Deli, a specialty
market featuring Uruguayan olive oils and gourmet cheeses, freshly baked
goods, local pastries, coffee and teas service, organic juices, to-go
foods and other local goods.
Meetings and Events
Hyatt Centric Montevideo’s event facilities total more than 18,700
square feet (1,700 square meters), with each meeting room named after an
influential female Uruguayan poet, a tribute to local literature. The
fully integrated area features an elegant, multi-purpose ballroom and
six sophisticated meeting rooms that provide an extensive range of
options for upscale meetings, conferences, social events such as quinceañeras
and weddings of all sizes, complete with state-of-the-art audio visual
services and dedicated staff to assist in planning and execution.
Wellness and Recreation
Hyatt Centric Montevideo features a 24-hour fitness studio with the
latest high-tech cardio and strength training equipment from Life
Fitness®, and offers a massage treatment suite to relax and unwind, as
well as a heated indoor pool.
Guests that like to take their workout outdoors will have the perfect
opportunity to do so along La Rambla, the ideal spot for a walk, jog or
to take one of the hotel’s custom-designed vintage bicycles for rides.
Hyatt Centric Montevideo is offering a special opening rate of USD $190
plus taxes for standard guestrooms, including breakfast. For full offer
details, including terms and conditions, or to make a reservation,
please visit hyattcentricmontevideo.com
or call +598 26211234.
The term “Hyatt” is used in this release for convenience to refer to
Hyatt Hotels Corporation and/or one of its affiliates.
The Hyatt Centric Experience
Hyatt Centric is a brand of full-service lifestyle hotels located in
prime destinations. Created for millennial-minded travelers who want to
be in the middle of the action, Hyatt Centric hotels are thoughtfully
designed to enable exploration and discovery. The lobby lounge is a
launch pad providing guests with information about the most
sought-after food, nightlife and activities the destination has to
offer, sourced from a community of “in the know” local explorers.
The bar and restaurant are local hot spots where great
conversations, locally inspired food and signature cocktails can be
enjoyed. Streamlined modern rooms focus on delivering everything guests
wants and nothing they don’t, including environmentally conscious bath
products, Bluetooth-enabled electronics and restaurant to-go delivery
service. A team of associates are always available to aid guests in
their discovery of the destination and make the most of their stay.
About Hyatt Hotels Corporation
Hyatt Hotels Corporation, 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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