LOUISVILLE,
KY. (April 20, 2012)
–Hyatt Regency Louisville announced today that the largest renovation
in the
hotel’s 34 year history has now been completed. The $5.8 million
transformation has updated the downtown hotel to meet the new demands
of
business meeting and convention attendees.
“We are
thrilled that this renovation is now complete and we look forward to
impressing
our guests with an enhanced overall experience”, said Donna Marquez,
general
manager, Hyatt Regency Louisville. “This transformation has
allowed us to
evolve into an unparalleled meeting and convention destination, a
relaxing
place for our loyal business travelers to network, and a new, trendy
destination for dining or lounging.”
The
new front entrance to the hotel is located on Fourth Street, featuring
a canopy
where guests are offered valet service. The lobby also underwent
significant
changes for an impressive new look. Changes include a new front
desk,
featuring 3 separate “pods” used for check in and check out. The
backdrop to
the front desk is an artistic glass wall, designed by the President of
local
Louisville business Architectural Glass Art, Kenneth von Roenn.
Along
with the front desk, the lobby features a new look to the elevator bay,
new
furniture, and all new flooring. Another key feature to the lobby
renovation is
a brand new Hyatt Stay Fit Fitness center adjacent to the lobby. The
new
fitness center has doubled in size to 1,200 square feet and features
state of
the art equipment.
“We look
forward to welcoming back former guests and inviting new customers to
experience the new Hyatt Regency Louisville” said Dave Phillips, senior
vice
president, field operations for Hyatt. “Our customers expect first
class
services and with these exciting renovations, we should continue to
exceed
their expectations.”
The
centerpiece of the renovation is the restaurant and lounge, which has
been
completely transformed into a new, modern three meal restaurant named
Sway
(short for Southern Way). Based on the farm to fork concept, the
restaurant
brings Southern fare, inspired by the rich heritage of the region
downtown. The seasonal menu highlights the flavors of Southern
kitchens,
incorporating the freshest ingredients from local farms, dairies and
butchers.
Sway’s
vibrant bar allows guests open-air access to the excitement of
Louisville’s
trendy Fourth Street via glass walls that slide completely open.
With a
prime location adjacent to Louisville’s business community as well as a
wide
array of food and beverage options, Sway promises to be a great new
spot for
networking.
Hyatt Regency
Louisville has installed innovative green infrastructure, including
Pervious
Pavement surrounding the hotel, to allow storm water to soak through
and into
the soil, as well as Infiltration Drains, which will capture rainwater
and
drain it directly into the ground.
About
Hyatt Regency Louisville
Seamlessly
integrated into the city’s thriving central business district – with a
direct
connection to the Kentucky International Convention Center – Hyatt
Regency
Louisville delivers impeccable service with a gracious dose of southern
hospitality. Hyatt Regency Louisville features 393 guestrooms and
suites,
more than 20,000 square feet of function space including our newly
renovated
9,280 square foot Regency Ballroom, Sway restaurant, an Einstein Bros
Bagels
and a StayFit@Hyatt gym. Louisville’s premier dining and
entertainment
district, Fourth Street Live!, is located right next door to Hyatt
Regency
Louisville, providing multiple options for guests.
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