Grand Hyatt San Francisco announces USD $70 million renovation

With flights from major airports in the Middle East going to San Francisco, the mix of arts and culture, sporting activities and stunning architecture makes the Californian city a must visit destination. 

Kapil Aggarwal, Director of Sales & Marketing Hyatt International - South West Asia said: “Middle Eastern travellers are increasingly exploring wider areas of California beyond Los Angeles and San Diego and are being lured by the charms of San Francisco – including more than 200 parks, a cooler climate, the magnificent Golden Gate Bridge and nearby beaches, wide range of world-class museums and multi-cultural dining options.” 

Grand Hyatt San Francisco, an iconic hotel located in the heart of San Francisco, has announced an extensive USD $70 million, multi-phase transformation. With completion anticipated for fall 2012, the substantial project will re-establish the landmark hotel as a world-class property, with 659 newly appointed, tech-forward guestrooms and suites, and a redesigned Grand Club, lobby, open kitchen-concept restaurant and lounge, and upgraded meeting facilities. 

“With our unparalleled location in the heart of vibrant Union Square, Grand Hyatt San Francisco has been a time-honoured favorite for visitors to the City by the Bay for more than 42 years, offering limitless access to world-class shopping, historic landmarks and attractions, and premier dining and entertainment,” said David Nadelman, general manager of Grand Hyatt San Francisco. “Our exciting renovation will reveal a sophisticated and luxurious new product, providing guests the very best in style, comfort and technology.” 

Elegant Guestroom Renovations - The hotel recently completed the renovation of all 630 guestrooms and corridors including 21 Respire hypo-allergenic rooms designed to provide a comfortable sleeping environment for all guests, especially allergy sufferers. The new residential-style guestrooms feature ergonomic and spacious workstations, custom woodwork and spa-like glass and tile bathrooms. Rooms also have the latest in wired and wireless technology, including Uno-Bitell phones that double as alarm clocks and iPod players, and 37" LCD flat screen HDTVs that can be watched from all areas of the rooms. Connected to the televisions are jack packs, all-in-one multimedia hubs that easily pair the television with laptops or DVD players. Smart door locks "talk" to the thermostat and in-room safe, creating a wireless network, which helps the hotel monitor energy use and notify guests if items are left in the safe upon check-out. Floor-to-ceiling windows create sweeping views of the city and bay, while electronic blackout shades ensure a great night's sleep. 

New Grand Club, Suites, and Meeting Space - Slated for completion in August 2011, the renovation of Grand Hyatt San Francisco's Grand Club will provide new, exclusive and sophisticated amenities for members of the elite Diamond tier of Hyatt Gold Passport, Hyatt's global loyalty program, as well as guests staying in Grand Club rooms. In addition, the hotel's 29 spacious suites will be completely updated to include hardwood floors, residential style furniture and fixtures, and the latest high-tech enhancements. The hotel will offer a variety of suites designed to fit a broad range of entertainment and business needs. 

The renovation of Grand Hyatt San Francisco's meeting space will also be completed in August 2011. The transformed space will include the creation of the hotel's Grand Foyer, 5,700 square-feet of flexible meeting space. The renovated Grand Foyer will be a highly-adaptable meeting and event space that can accommodate both large and small groups. 

Renovations in 2012 - Additional improvements to Grand Hyatt San Francisco, expected to begin in early 2012, will include the redesign of the front drive and lobby, the introduction of a new open kitchen concept restaurant and upscale bar, and the exciting repositioning of Grandviews Restaurant and Lounge.