New Hyatt House Hotel to Open in Evanston

A 114-room Hyatt House hotel to be located in the heart of Evanston, Illinois, just blocks away from Northwestern University and Lake Michigan

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. February 19, 2015

DEERFIELD, IL - February 19, 2015 - Janko Group, LLC and Janko Hospitality, LLC today announce the development of a new Hyatt House hotel in Evanston, which will be located in the heart of downtown Evanston and a few blocks from Northwestern University and Lake Michigan. Peak Construction Corporation was selected as the design/build firm and SCB Architecture is the architect.

“With thousands of Northwestern University students, alumni and business and leisure travelers arriving in Evanston from across the country, it is an exciting time to be a part of this Hyatt House hotel development in downtown Evanston,” said Greg Spanos, Managing Director, Janko Group. “We are excited to be opening our first Hyatt House hotel in Evanston, where local business is supported by such a strong community.”

Located at 1515 Chicago Avenue, the hotel will be proximate to the restaurants, theaters, shops, and bars that create Evanston's unique cultural reputation.

Hyatt House Evanston will offer:
• 114 residentially inspired upscale den guest rooms and studio and one-bedroom Kitchen Suites with plush beds and 32-inch HDTVs
• Kitchen Suites feature real kitchens, living space and bedrooms • H BAR featuring the Sip+Savor Menu, a delicious menu of home-cooked comforts and full bar
• A landscaped terrace located on the second floor, providing guests with a relaxing outdoor environment to unwind
• Free Wi-Fi access throughout the hotel
• Complimentary Morning Spread, a full hot breakfast served daily for guests, a build-your-own Omelet Bar and other rotating savory options like yogurts, fresh fruit and more
• More than 2,000 square feet of flexible, high-tech meeting/function space for business or social gatherings
• A range of public spaces, including a 24-hour Workout Room, guest laundry facilities, pool table, House Market, and the Commons with an oversized Social Sectional and spaces to socialize or unwind

“Evanston is known for being a vibrant, forward-thinking city and we are pleased to add to the city's excitement with this hotel,” said Gary Janko, Founder & Managing Principal, Janko Group.

About Hyatt House

Hyatt House, a brand of Hyatt Hotels Corporation, launched in 2012 and offers more than 55 locations throughout the United States. Inspired by extensive research of guest experiences, Hyatt House hotels are designed to welcome residents rather than guests and offer services, amenities, upscale spaces and a casual, comfortable environment that reminds guests of home. Residentially inspired studios, one- and two-bedroom suites feature contemporary full kitchens, living space with flat panel HDTVs and bedrooms with a plush bed. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. The Morning Spread, a complimentary full hot breakfast for guests, features a made-to-order Omelet Bar and is served daily. The H BAR features the Sip+Savor menu and full bar (Evening Social, Monday-Thursday from 5:307:00pm, at select locations in lieu of the H BAR). Public spaces include a 24-hour Workout Room, House Market and laundry facilities. A friendly House Host is available to check-in guests, provide directions or help with other needs to help guests feel at home.

To learn more about Hyatt House or to book a reservation, visit www.hyatthouse.com or call 866-XSHYATT (866-974-9288).

Janko Group, LLC

Founded in 1988, Janko Group is a well-capitalized, privately-owned real estate investment company. The firm's primary focus is adding value to real estate through strategic acquisition, land development, vertical development, and structured finance. Janko Group owns and manages a diverse portfolio of assets, which includes: hospitality, office, industrial, retail, single-family residential, commercial and residential land. For more information about the Janko Group, please visit www.jankogroup.us

Janko Hospitality, LLC

Founded in 1999, Janko Hospitality is a Chicago-based operator of upscale extended-stay and select service hotels throughout the Midwest. Janko Hospitality, since inception, has managed 23 hotels and has played an active role in the development or redevelopment of each property. Currently, Janko Hospitality manages hotels in Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana. The portfolio includes a variety of products under the major overarching brands of: InterContinental, Hilton, Marriott, LaQuinta, Choice, and Best Western. For more information about Janko Hospitality, please visit www.jankohotels.com.

Peck Hotel Consulting

Peck Hotel Consulting is a Chicago-based hotel consulting firm offering services for hotel development, hotel acquisition and asset management. Jon Peck is an investor in the Hyatt House Evanston and is providing development and asset management services for the project. www.peckhotelconsulting.com

Peak Construction

Peak Construction Corporation is a design-build general contractor providing services that span multiple markets segments - industrial, office, healthcare, hospitality, construction management - as well as other real estate specialty areas including land entitlement/development. Peak helps clients navigate all the big and small decisions that turn their businesses' needs/goals into solutions that provide immediate results along with long term value