Kokua Hospitality to Introduce Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach in Winter 2011
October 19, 2011 - Hyatt Hotels & Resorts and Kokua Hospitality, LLC, today announced that the Pali Tower at Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach, the first of two towers being constructed at this property, is expected to open its doors to the public in December 2011, just in time for the holidays.
Diamond Tower, the second building at the property, is slated to complete construction in spring 2012. Located at 175 Paoakalani Avenue, Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach will be the first Hyatt Place introduced to the Hawaii market, combining stylish design and practical amenities with forward-thinking technology and purposeful service.
Travelers hoping to escape the freezing temperatures this winter will appreciate the hotel's ideal location, just steps from Waikiki Beach, one of Hawaii's most renowned recreational beaches. Situated close to the southwest end of the beach, the location offers guests access to the best views and the clearest and warmest water, perfect for surfers. Its close proximity to Waikiki's exclusive shopping district, world-class restaurants, natural attractions such as the famed Diamond Head volcanic crater, and a variety of other important sights and museums in Waikiki, makes it the perfect hotel for leisure tourists and business travelers. Families will appreciate that the hotel is conveniently located nearpopular visitor attractions, such as Kapiolani Park, the Honolulu Zoo, and the Waikiki Aquarium.
"We are extremely excited to introduce the Hyatt Place brand in Hawaii," said Rob Kline, co-chairman of Kokua Hospitality, the management company overseeing the development of Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach. "The opening of the hotel will help showcase the versatility of this continually growing brand and will offer travelers and guests the authentic hospitality for which Hyatt is known worldwide."
In addition to being a destination location for leisure and business travelers alike, Hyatt Place Waikiki Beach will be the largest Hyatt Place hotel in the country, featuring a total of 426 rooms, 191 in the Pali Tower and 235 in the Diamond Tower. While checking in at the spacious open-air lobby overlooking the ocean, guests can choose from a variety of options, including ocean-view rooms. All rooms will feature balconies offering gorgeous views of the Waikiki Beach neighborhood, as well as complimentary Wi-Fi access, a 42-inch HDTV, a plush Hyatt Grand Bed® and an eight-foot sectional sofa sleeper.
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