CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Hyatt
Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) announced the opening of Hyatt
Regency Xiamen Wuyuanwan, the first Hyatt Regency hotel in Xiamen in
Southern China. The business hotel is set to provide authentic and
diversified experiences to business and leisure travelers from near and
far.
“We are excited to welcome the Hyatt Regency brand to Xiamen,” said
Christopher Koehler, vice president and managing director – operations,
Hyatt in China. “The opening of this hotel is a great testament to
Hyatt’s commitment to developing its brand footprint in places where our
guests are increasingly travelling. With the support of the hotel’s
owner, C&D Real Estate Corporation Limited, as well as the dedication of
our colleagues, we are confident that Hyatt Regency Xiamen Wuyuanwan
will become an exciting destination in the city and will make great
contributions to the island’s growing financial services and tourism
industry.”
The Hyatt
Regency brand has been designed to connect today’s travelers to who
and what matters most. Centrally located in the heart of Xiamen’s newly
developed central business district, Hyatt Regency Xiamen Wuyuanwan is
part of an upscale multi-functional complex that houses retail shops,
restaurants, a cinema, and an office tower. The hotel is conveniently
located nearby the Xiamen International Conference and Exhibition
Center, and is a few minutes drive from Xiamen Gaoqi International
Airport and several major railway stations.
Guests visiting for leisure can enjoy a short stroll to Wuyuan Bay
Wetland Park, one of the largest wetland ecological parks and known as
“the green lung of the city of Xiamen,” or world-renowned tourist sites
like Gulanyu and Nanputuo Temple.
Inspired by historic local culture, the hotel’s contemporary interiors
are embellished with creative local touches, including Chinese window
lattices, symbolic red walls and tiling elements throughout. The hotel’s
spacious accommodation, premiere meeting facilities and intuitive
services enable guests to make the most of their stay while traveling.
Guestrooms
Hyatt Regency Xiamen Wuyuanwan offers 301 contemporary rooms and suites,
ranging from 484-2,238 square feet (45-208 square meters). Each
guestrooms offers warm colors, natural material and a blend of
traditional Minnan and modern décor, as well as stunning views of Wuyuan
Bay and the bustling cityscape, 48-inch LCD TVs, Bluetooth audio
equipment, satellite TV channels, broadband, Wi-Fi Internet access, and
ample bathrooms with separate bathtubs and rain showers.
Dining and Drinking
The restaurants at Hyatt Regency Xiamen Wuyuanwan build off the Hyatt
Regency brand’s history of culinary excellence with four restaurants and
a bar spanning the culinary globe. From authentic Chinese cuisine to
fine European fare, the hotel provides multiple options for quick
drinks, business lunches, intimate dinners, or casual dining experiences.
With 290 seats indoors and outdoors, Market Café is the hub of
the dining scene at the hotel, serving an extensive buffet selection for
breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus an all-day à la carte menu with Asian,
European, American, and local Chinese cuisines. Designed to resemble a
vibrant marketplace, fresh seasonal ingredients are on display and chefs
prepare dishes in the open show kitchens. A specially designed kid’s
corner is available where a variety of stimulating educational toys and
crafts are offered to children to play with while parents enjoy their
meals. Children are also welcome to join in the cooking demonstration
and make their own cookies to take back home.
Xiang Chinese Restaurant is the hotel’s signature specialty
restaurant, offering Cantonese, Min and Teochew cuisines and a delicious
array of Chinese-style desserts. Guests can also enjoy an exquisite
selection of local Chinese teas, local rice wines, infused wines, and
other Chinese liquors here. With large windows that open onto the
kitchen, guests can also observe how their food is prepared while
enjoying their meals. Seven private rooms are also available for guests
who enjoy a more relaxed atmosphere.
Opening in March, Noodles will serve simple western comfort food
and a variety of noodle dishes including authentic Chinese noodle soups,
congees, Cantonese, and Fujian style dim-sum. The menu will reflect
typical oriental street food culture. Guests will also be able to enjoy
fried rice and a selection of local Xiamen dishes. Additionally, The
Lounge will offer a large selection of premium coffees, herbal teas,
healthy juices, cocktails, and wines, alongside afternoon tea and light
snacks.
Events and Meetings
With more than 26,909 square feet (2,500 square meters) of flexible
meeting and event facilities, and an outdoor lawn measuring over 2,152
square feet (200 square meters) adjacent to the outdoor swimming pool,
the hotel provides thoughtfully designed spaces with the latest
audiovisual and lighting solutions catering to all occasions – from
weddings to social banquets, meetings to conferences.
The 26-foot (8-meter) high, 9,956 square foot (925 square meter) Regency
Ballroom, with its 4,843 square foot (450 square meter) foyer, can
accommodate up to 600 guests, making it a great place for large events
and special celebrations. Eight individual event rooms, ranging from 645
to 1,722 square feet (60 to 160 square meters) and a 538 square foot (50
square meter) VIP room are well fitted for board meetings or intimate
gatherings. In addition, a 538 square foot (50 square meter) bridal room
offers a private dressing space.
Recreational Facilities
Hyatt Regency Xiamen Wuyuanwan provides guests with ample options to
refresh and re-energize, including a scenic jogging route along the
beautiful Wuyuan Bay Wetland Park, an outdoor swimming pool and a
24-hour gym with studio spaces and fitness classes.
“It is very exciting for everyone here at Hyatt Regency Xiamen Wuyuanwan
to welcome our guests to experience the authentic hospitality for which
the Hyatt Regency brand is known. The hotel has been thoughtfully
designed to make guests feel welcome, comfortable and relaxed, so that
they can socialize, connect and celebrate any occasion with us,” said
Mr. Eugene Pak, general manager of Hyatt Regency Xiamen Wuyuanwan.
“Xiamen has long been the one of the most important international ports
in Southern China and is well known for its entrepreneurial spirit. We
are extremely proud to be part of this bustling community, and we hope
the hotel will become a new go-to destination in Xiamen.”
For more information, please visit www.hyattregencyxiamenwuyuanwan.com.
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 Regency
The Hyatt Regency brand prides itself on connecting travelers to who and
what matters most to them. More than 160 conveniently located Hyatt
Regency urban and resort locations in over 30 countries around the world
serve as the go-to gathering space for every occasion – from efficient
business meetings to memorable family vacations. The brand offers a
one-stop experience that puts everything guests need right at their
fingertips. Hyatt Regency hotels and resorts offer a full range of
services and amenities, including the space to work, engage or relax;
notable culinary experiences; technology-enabled ways to collaborate;
and expert event planners who can take care of every detail. For more
information, please visit www.hyattregency.com.
About Hyatt Hotels Corporation
Hyatt Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is a leading global
hospitality company with a portfolio of 12 premier brands and 679
properties in 54 countries, as of September 30, 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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