Hyatt Regency Hengqin Opens in Greater Bay Area of Southern China

ZHUHAI,China,Jan. 2,2020 --Hyatt Hotels Corporation(NYSE: H) announced the opening of Hyatt Regency Hengqin in Zhuhai,Guangdong Province,Dec 31,2019. With 493 rooms,six dining outlets,and 40,440 square feet (3,757 square meters) of event space,the hotel is designed for business and leisure guests alike seeking a seamless,intuitive experience in the city.

Hyatt Regency Hengqin opening worship ceremony

Situated in the heart of the dynamic and fast-growing Greater Bay Area of southern China,Hyatt Regency Hengqin is part of the vibrant Novotown complex,which features an impressive array of attractions including Lionsgate Entertainment World,National Geographic Explorer and more. The hotel is also within easy reach of the Hong Kong – Zhuhai – Macau Bridge,offering convenient access for guests traveling throughout the region.

"We are thrilled to announce the opening of Hyatt Regency Hengqin," said William Yuen,general manager of Hyatt Regency Hengqin. "As a new,international branded hotel in Hengqin,Zhuhai,we are excited to offer superior comfort and excellent service at a convenient location."

Guestrooms

Lobby

Hyatt Regency Hengqin has a total of 493 guestrooms,including 55 suites,ranging from 430 to 2,583 square feet (40 to 240 square meters). Subtle design touches include soft warm timber blinds,giving an overall feeling of natural comfort. Regency Club guests enjoy exclusive access to our club lounge offering a range of complimentary amenities including concierge service,private check-in and check-out,delicious bites served daily,and a dedicated meeting room.

Hotel Room

Drinking and Dining

Boasting six restaurants and bars,the hotel offers a wide range of global cuisine. Market Caféis a self-service,market-style restaurant where diners can watch their food being prepared by expert chefs at live cooking stations. La Cucinais an extension of Market Café,bringing the delicious flavors of Italy to Hengqin,with a variety of popularEuropean dishes.The Loungeprovides a relaxed atmosphere to decompress and features a vast selection of specialty teas,coffees,cocktails and snacks.

Market Cafe

The hotel will open three additional food & beverage outlets.Xiang Yue Chinese restaurant will specialize in the delicate flavors of Cantonese cuisine.The restaurantwill feature an open kitchen,reminiscent of a hawker-style eatery,allowing diners to watch chefs prepare dishes to order. With a series of fish tanks showcased throughout the dining space,the menu highlights fresh seafood and top-quality ingredients.Pool Pavilion will be a relaxing,al fresco dining venue delivering sumptuous barbecue and craft cocktails. The 180°rooftop bar,will be located on the 23rd floor,offering with a 180° outdoor landscape and stunning views. Here,visitors can enjoy the charm of Hengqin under the stars with wine,cigars and music.

Meetings & Events

Whether hosting a wedding,product launch,large-scale conference,or an intimate meeting,event planners will find their every need catered for at Hyatt Regency Hengqin. The hotel boasts a total of 40,including the 17,437 square foot (1,620 square meter) Regency Ballroom,which features an outdoor garden,floor-to-ceiling windows,natural lighting,and can accommodate up to 1,300guests. The Regency Salon,a premium event venue with 10,258 square feet (953 square meters) of space,offers two open kitchen display areas. Three additional multipurpose rooms provide an ideal space for small groups and meetings.

Wellbeing Amenities

Guests can reenergize in the modern 24-hour fitness center featuring a wide variety of state-of-the-art workout equipment in a bright and airy space. In addition,there isa 1,076 square foot (100 square meter) members' lounge,as well as an indoor and outdoor swimming pool.

There will besix separate treatment rooms inFloSpa,with services design around the use of water. Top of the line spa facilities paired with organic products will allow guests to fully enjoy physical and mental relaxation.

Camp Hyatt

Children are invited to discover Camp Hyatt – an interactive play world of creative discovery zones that willinclude spaces for learning,creating,socializing and,most importantly,having fun.

Special Offer

To celebrate the opening of Hyatt Regency Hengqin,guests will enjoy special rates starting from CNY999 net,including one night accommodation and two buffet breakfasts on the next day at Market Café,for stays from Jan 6,2020 to April 3,2020.

Hotel Exterior

Terms & Conditions

Offer valid for 500 Bonus Points for each qualifying night stayed by World of Hyatt members in good standing during a hotel's offer period at participating hotels and resorts. Offer valid at participating hotels and resorts for stays with a checkout date during each hotel's offer period. For each hotel's offer period,visit worldofhyatt.com/newhotelbonus. To be eligible for this offer you must be a World of Hyatt member in good standing at time of reservation and stay,stay at a participating hotel with a checkout date during that hotel's offer period,provide your World of Hyatt membership number at time of check-in,and either pay an Eligible Rate or redeem a free night award. An "Eligible Rate" and "Ineligible Rate" are defined in the World of Hyatt Terms and Conditions (located at worldofhyatt.com/terms). Only one point bonus may be earned per member,per stay,regardless of the number of rooms booked. Only the room occupied by the member will count toward this offer. Two or more consecutive nights at the same hotel will be deemed one stay. All points awarded under this offer are Bonus Points. This offer is subject to the complete terms and conditions of the World of Hyatt program. Please allow 3-4 weeks after travel is completed for World of Hyatt Bonus Points to be credited to your Account. To join World of Hyatt,visit https://world.hyatt.com/. Qualifying nights will automatically be tracked when you provide your World of Hyatt membership number at check-in. A limited number of rooms are allocated to this offer; reservations subject to availability. Offer not valid with groups,conventions,other promotional offers,tour packages or special rate programs. Promotional blackout periods may apply due to seasonal periods or special events,and normal arrival/departure restrictions apply. Hyatt reserves the right to alter or withdraw this offer at any time without notice. The trademarks Hyatt®,World of Hyatt® and related marks are trademarks of Hyatt Corporation or its affiliates. © 2019 Hyatt Corporation. All rights reserved.

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About Hyatt Regency

The Hyatt Regency brand prides itself on making travel free from stress and filled with success. More than 195 conveniently located Hyatt Regency urban and resort locations in more than 30 countries around the world serve as the go-to gathering space for every occasion – from efficient personalized,high-touch business meetings to energizing family vacations. The brand offers stress-free environments for seamless gatherings and empathetic service that anticipates guests' needs. Designed for productivity and peace of mind,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 meeting and event planners who can take care of every detail. For more information,please visithyattregency.com. Follow @HyattRegency on Facebook,Twitter and Instagram,and tag photos with #HyattRegency.

About Hyatt Hotels Corporation

Hyatt Hotels Corporation,headquartered in Chicago,is a leading global hospitality company with a portfolio of 20 premier brands. As of September 30,2019,the Company's portfolio included more than 875 properties in over 60 countries across six continents. 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 attract and retain top colleagues,build relationships with guests and create value for shareholders. The Company's subsidiaries develop,own,operate,manage,franchise,license or provide services to hotels,resorts,branded residences,vacation ownership properties,and fitness and spa locations,including under the Park Hyatt®, Miraval®, Grand Hyatt®, Alila®, Andaz®, The Unbound Collection by Hyatt®, Destination®, Hyatt Regency®, Hyatt®, Hyatt Ziva™, Hyatt Zilara™, Thompson Hotels®, Hyatt Centric®, Caption by Hyatt,Joie de Vivre®,Hyatt House®, Hyatt Place®, tommie™, Hyatt Residence Club® and Exhale® brand names,and operates the World of Hyatt® loyalty program that provides distinct benefits and exclusive experiences to its valued members. For more information,please visit www.hyatt.com.

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