First Hyatt Hotel Opens in Himachal Pradesh State with Hyatt Regency Dharamshala Resort

The opening marks the 12th Hyatt Regency branded hotel in India

NEW DELHI, Nov. 19, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyatt Hotels Corporation today announced the opening of its first mountain resort property in India, Hyatt Regency Dharamshala Resort, in the scenic Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh. Surrounded by mountains and lush forests, the resort's signature Hyatt Regency offerings and insightful service will now be available to travellers visiting the region. The hotel's opening marks an important step for the growth of the Hyatt Regency brand in India, joining 11 other Hyatt Regency properties in the country. Hyatt Regency hotels aim to provide a stress-free travel experience for guests by providing seamless access to everything guests need under one roof.

"We are thrilled to announce the opening of our first Hyatt Regency branded hotel in the majestic state of Himachal Pradesh," said Sunjae Sharma, vice president - India operations, Hyatt. "The resort is inspired by the hill station's unique heritage and culture, and designed to offer a comprehensive range of premium experiences while ensuring guests feel connected to nature. With the popular tourist destination of Dharamshala attracting an increasing number of domestic and international travelers, we are confident the Hyatt Regency brand is the perfect fit to cater to them, providing personalized care and hospitality."

Spread across 6.5 acres, Hyatt Regency Dharamshala Resort, managed by Shanti Hospitality Management Services is situated near the scenic Dhauladhar mountain range. "Built to celebrate its natural environment, the resort is ideal for families, individuals and romantic getaways. The resort offers a wide array of experiences for guests, hinged on local arts, craftsmanship and nature. Surrounded by snow peaks and lush green forests, the property is an ode to the mountain state's spiritual charm and bountiful natural serenity," said Ashwin Handa, Chief Executive Officer - Shanti Hospitality Management Services.

Guestrooms

Hyatt Regency Dharamshala Resort has 80 contemporary guestrooms, including ten Regency Club guestrooms and three suites. The resort also features four deluxe villas, ranging from one to five bedroom properties. Each guestroom is well-equipped with modern amenities and provides views of the gardens, cedar wood trees or the snowcapped Dhauladar range of the Himalayas.

Dining

Hyatt Regency Dharamshala Resort offers an elevated drinking and dining experience at its thoughtfully designed bar and restaurant, Thym. The restaurant is open 24-hours and features a delightful spread of wholesome dishes, prepared with fresh, organic ingredients from the hotel's herb garden. In the evenings, guests can head to 2082, a modern, cozy bar with a fireplace and library with mountain views. Serving the finest alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, light snacks and afternoon tea, the bar gets its name from its location which is 2,082 meters above sea level. Located at the lobby level, Hyatt Regency Dharamshala Resort's signature bakery McLeod & Co. offers sweet and savory delights along with select retail essentials and regional souvenirs.

Meetings and Events

Spanning over 2,000 square feet of elegant event space, Hyatt Regency Dharamshala Resort has separate spaces for conferences, weddings, intimate dinners and gatherings. The ballroom, Srivatsa features an exquisite, glass-enclosed, tree-filled outdoor lawn, along with an attached, open-air terrace, allowing for guests to breathe in pure mountain air and magnificent mountain views. Each of the property's venues are supported by a team of expert and intuitive planners to curate a memorable event experience.

Wellness Experiences

For guests seeking rest and recreation, Hyatt Regency Dharamshala Resort offers a host of rejuvenating experiences, including yoga sessions conducted by expert instructors and monks, meditation in a Buddhist temple,  guided photography walks and tours to local attractions, and a sunset high tea at Tea Gardens or Sunset Point. To unwind after a long day of touring the city, guests can head to the Shanti Spa for relaxing massage therapy.

For families traveling with kids, the resort offers Camp Hyatt, a spaced designed for children to enjoy games and fun activities. 

For further information: https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/india/hyatt-regency-dharamshala-resort/dhmrm

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 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 visit hyattregency.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. 

About Shanti Hospitality Management Services

Shanti Hospitality Management Services is a one stop shop for managing development, project finance management, branding and operating the assets. A leading vertical of the Shanti Hospitality Group, it continues to be India's most trusted management company, equipped with a robust experience of managing multiple brands across locations. The company manages a collection of upscale & smart business hotels with a business model which ties best service standards with global brand alignment. Armed with the expertise of an in-house project management team, the company brings in a diverse experience of running hotels of all sizes, between upper upscale to mid segments across various markets. Associated with leading brands such as Hyatt, Marriott & Accor Hotels, the company manages six hotels across India with more than 650 keys.

For more information, visit http://shantihospitality.in/   

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