Hyatt Hotels Open Nearly 90 New Luxury And Lifestyle Hotels Across Asia Pacific
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has recently announced their plans to expand their collection of luxury and lifestyle brands in the Asia Pacific region. This exciting news includes the opening of almost 90 new properties over the next five years, with the debut of the Thompson Hotels brand in the region being a highlight.
The expansion will also see significant growth for other popular brands such as Andaz, The Standard, and Park Hyatt, in key destinations like Thailand, Malaysia, and Australia. The upcoming 3Q2025 opening of The Standard, Pattaya Na Jomtien, featuring a 60s-inspired beach club aesthetic, is highly anticipated. This property is just one of many new entries and developments for Hyatt’s luxury travel market in the Asia Pacific region.
According to data from the group, 64% of Hyatt’s Asia Pacific portfolio is made up of luxury and upper-upscale hotels and resorts. In fact, since 2017, the group has doubled their number of luxury rooms, tripled their resort rooms, and seen five-fold growth in their lifestyle rooms on a global scale.
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Carina Chorengel, senior vice president of commercial properties in Asia Pacific at Hyatt, explains that the definition of luxury is constantly evolving and is now more focused on providing guests with authentic and unique experiences. Hyatt’s recent brand architecture refinement and expansion of their luxury and lifestyle portfolios allows them to cater to discerning travelers with a keen eye for differentiation.
The highly sought-after Thompson Hotels brand, which has its roots in Manhattan, will soon make its Asia Pacific debut with the opening of Thompson Shanghai Expo in 4Q2025. This hotel will be a true reflection of the city’s industrial roots and cosmopolitan energy, offering cultural experiences and a rooftop with live entertainment and events.
Fans of the Andaz brand can also look forward to the opening of Andaz Gold Coast, an integrated resort in Australia, as well as Andaz One Bangkok, located in the bustling Lumphini Park within the One Bangkok development. Andaz Shanghai ITC, the brand’s second property in Shanghai, is set to open later this year.
In 2024, Hyatt’s acquisition of Standard International will see the introduction of The Standard, Pattaya Na Jomtien. This property, opening in 3Q2025, will embody a 60s-inspired beach club atmosphere.
Exciting developments for the Park Hyatt brand include the opening of Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur in August this year. The hotel, situated at the top of the tallest skyscraper in Asia Pacific, The Merdeka 118, will offer a variety of culinary experiences. Also reopening in 4Q2025 is Park Hyatt Tokyo, after a 17-month enhancement project.
Looking ahead, the group is set to launch their first Park Hyatt resort in Vietnam with the 1Q2026 opening of Park Hyatt Phu Quoc. Nestled on a sprawling 160 acres and just a short drive from Phu Quoc International Airport, this hotel will feature two dining outlets, a bar, a poolside barbecue, two swimming pools, a lakeside spa, and a gym house with a lap pool.
Hyatt’s commitment to expanding their luxury and lifestyle brand portfolios in Asia Pacific is a testament to the rising demand for high-end travel experiences in the region. With an array of exciting new properties and developments in the works, guests can look forward to an even more luxurious and unique stay experience with Hyatt.