CHICAGO—Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Songy HighRoads opened the Hyatt Regency Houston Galleria in Houston. The hotel, managed by Aimbridge Hospitality, marks the ninth Hyatt-branded hotel to open in the Houston area.
The hotel is part of the 7.6-acre, mixed-use Galleria Plaza development, which includes high-end retail and specialty stores, luxury apartments and several recently completed office towers. The development will also include Hyatt Place Houston Galleria, adjacent to Hyatt Regency Houston Galleria. The Hyatt Place hotel is currently under construction and is expected to open in early 2016.
Upon entering the hotel driveway, a commissioned, three-dimensional metal sculpture depicts a bird’s eye view of the Houston bayou, while original artwork throughout the hotel follows a geological theme and pays tribute to the oil industry and its workers. Additionally, local artists created several one-of-a-kind pieces throughout the hotel. The front desk is a focal point, displaying another three-dimensional metal sculpture inspired by the shape of geodes. A grand staircase of exposed steel with walnut stair threads and diagonal wood posts connects the first and second floors.
Hyatt Regency Houston Galleria features 325 rooms, including 20 suites and eight accessible rooms. Guestroom design and concepts are inspired by elements of the oil and gas industry. Each room comes standard with a 55-in. flat-screen television with plug-and-play capabilities from personal devices, free high-speed Internet access, mini-fridge, coffeemaker and a signature Hyatt Grand Bed.
The property offers locally sourced food and beverages available all day. The Urban Star restaurant, bar and market features seasonal menus using local ingredients. The first-floor restaurant features seasonally changing menus showcasing foods from Texas.
On the third floor of the hotel is a heated, outdoor swimming pool and sun deck available for lounging and relaxation. Adjacent to the pool on the third story is a StayFit gym with cardio equipment and weights, accompanied by a view of the pool and sundeck.
Hyatt Regency Houston Galleria is a 14-story hotel located at 2626 Sage Rd. The Galleria, Texas’ largest shopping mall, is a short distance from the hotel lobby.