Hyatt Place Madison/Downtown Celebrates Grand Opening

Hotel is the First Hyatt in Madison

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. April 15, 2010

April 14, 2010 - Hyatt Hotels & Resorts and LodgeWorks L.P. today announce the opening of Hyatt Place Madison/Downtown, the first Hyatt hotel in Madison, Wis.

“The Hyatt Place brand offers amenities that travelers appreciate because they are the conveniences that help them live their everyday lives - from free Wi-Fi and other technology to fresh food around the clock.”

Ideally situated in the heart of downtown Madison, the hotel is within walking distance to the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus, State Capitol Square, Overture Center for the Arts, and Monona Terrace Convention Center.

“Madison is home to one of the country's largest universities, and we are confident Hyatt Place Madison/Downtown will exceed guest expectations,” said Blaze Brigman, area director operations, LodgeWorks L.P. “The Hyatt Place brand offers amenities that travelers appreciate because they are the conveniences that help them live their everyday lives - from free Wi-Fi and other technology to fresh food around the clock.” Hyatt Place Madison/Downtown offers:

• 151 spacious guestrooms, all of which feature a 42-inch HDTV, the plush Hyatt Grand Bed® and an eight-foot sectional sofa-sleeper

• Complimentary Wi-Fi access throughout the hotel

• Complimentary continental breakfast featuring a variety of fresh fruits, hot and cold cereal, yogurt, breads, premium coffee and an assortment of juices

• Nearly 2,500 square feet of meeting space

“The Hyatt Place brand is a perfect fit for a campus environment because it was designed for people living a multitasking lifestyle, not just a business traveler or a leisure traveler,” said Gary Dollens, global head, franchise and select operations, Hyatt Hotels & Resorts. “From visiting parents and sports teams to guest lecturers and prospective students, all guests will appreciate the casual hospitality and practical amenities offered at Hyatt Place Madison/Downtown.”

Hyatt Place hotels are specially designed to accommodate today's lifestyle, offering amenities such as complimentary Wi-Fi access, a StayFit@Hyatt fitness center, a coffee and wine bar serving Starbucks® specialty coffees and premium wine and beer, and the Grab 'n Go case stocked with freshly made sandwiches and salads. The Guest Kitchen offers made-to-order breakfast, lunch and dinner entrees around the clock, in addition to the complimentary continental breakfast served daily. Specially trained Hosts are on hand to offer assistance with everything from directions to check-in to a freshly made meal.

Spacious guestrooms feature multiple areas to work and relax and include the Cozy Corner, an eight-foot couch; plush Hyatt Grand Bed®; and ergonomic work center. Every guestroom is also equipped with a state-of-the-art media center that allows electronic devices to plug directly into the 42-inch high definition television, giving guests instant access to the technological amenities they're accustomed to accessing at home or in the office.

Hotel guests may also enjoy Madison's nearby State Street, which is lined with restaurants, cafes and shops and connects the University of Wisconsin-Madison with State Capitol Square. The hotel is less than six miles from the Dane County Regional Airport and the Wisconsin Aviation Center.