Hyatt Hotels Corporation and the owner of Hyatt French Quarter, a joint venture between Carey-Watermark Investors and HRI Properties have announced the opening of Hyatt French Quarter in New Orleans. This marks the third Hyatt hotel to enter the New Orleans market within the last year. The USD 18 million renovation included upgrades to the hotel’s 254 guest rooms,as well as the hotel exterior, lobby, landscaping and pool and deck area décor. Newly designed food and beverage outlets include a bodega-inspired market called Powdered Sugar and Batch, an upscale lounge that will feature high-quality bourbons, fresh accompaniments, and flask service. “The location is outstanding being only steps away from world-renowned restaurants and most of the city’s main attractions. We expect to see a variety of guests from the business traveller to families to the young professional visiting New Orleans and look forward to them staying with us,” stated Larry Daniels, General Manager, Hyatt French Quarter. Red Fish Grill, owned and operated by Ralph Brennan Restaurant Group, is also part of the Hyatt French Quarter amenities. In addition, it was recently announced that The Hard Rock Café will be leasing approximately 10,000 square feet of space residing within Hyatt French Quarter. The restaurant plans on opening in early 2013, informed a report in incentivetravel.co.uk. “We are very excited and proud to welcome Hyatt into the French Quarter. The brand is admired internationally for its customer service, valuable amenities and for creating unique guest experiences. As part of the HRI Lodging management team, we look forward to working with Hyatt in this new venture,” said Gary Gutierrez, President of HRI Lodging, Inc.
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