Hyatt Place Named 'Best in Business Travel' by Entrepreneur Magazine
Next Generation Concept Claims Best Hotel Chain Value
MAY 7, 2009 - Hyatt Place, which has rocketed to more than 130 hotels nationwide in less than three years, has been named the Best Hotel Chain Value in Entrepreneur magazine's annual 'Best in Business Travel' rankings.
'Hyatt Place was designed to let business travelers have it all - the ability to minimize costs while remaining productive in a comfortable, stylish environment,' said Alison Kal, vice president, marketing, Hyatt Hotels & Resorts. 'The contemporary d'ecor provides casual hospitality while amenities such as free Wi-Fi access and continental breakfast allow business travelers to reduce daily expenses and focus on their business.'
"The Travel Awards are designed to help entrepreneurs discover genuine partners. Our research showed that with Hyatt Place, business owners will find a company that assists in managing their travel costs while still providing the little touches that make business travel easier and more enjoyable," says Amy Cosper, VP/Editor in Chief at Entrepreneur.
In addition to complimentary Wi-Fi and continental breakfast, guests will also find the following at every Hyatt Place hotel:
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A 42-inch flat panel, high-definition television, an eight-foot sectional sofa-sleeper and the Hyatt Grand Bed(TM) in every spacious guestroom
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Freshly prepared snacks and breakfast, lunch and dinner entr'ees, such as waffles, salads, pizza, sandwiches and soup, available around the clock for a nominal price in the Guest Kitchen, a Grab 'n Go case is stocked with sandwiches, salads and bottled beverages for hurried guests
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A complimentary StayFit@Hyatt gym featuring state-of-the-art Life Fitness(R) equipment
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A complimentary e-room, offering Internet-accessible computers and secure remote printing
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Friendly employees, or Hosts, who receive extensive training that provides them with the ability to be confident in all guest and professional interactions.
Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) is a global leading lodging company based in Bethesda,Maryland, USA, with more than 4,200 properties in 80 countries and territories. Marriott International reported revenues of nearly $14 billion in fiscal year 2014. The company operates and franchises hotels and licenses vacation ownership resorts under 19 brands, including: The Ritz-Carlton®, BVlgari®, EDITION®, JW Marriott®, Autograph Collection® Hotels, Renaissance® Hotels, Marriott Hotels®, Delta Hotels and Resorts®, Marriott Executive Apartments®, Marriott Vacation Club®, Gaylord Hotels®, AC Hotels by Marriott®, Courtyard®, Residence Inn®, SpringHill Suites®, Fairfield Inn & Suites®, TownePlace Suites®, Protea Hotels® and MoxyHotels®. Marriott has been consistently recognized as a top employer and for its superior business ethics. The company also manages the award-winning guest loyalty program, Marriott Rewards® and The Ritz-Carlton Rewards® program, which together surpass 50 million members. For more information or reservations, please visit our website at 
