I’m in a brand-new hotel chain this time: a Hyatt Place, which I take it is their foray into the “low-frills business traveller” market.
Holy Crap. It’s amazing. Pix to follow, but even the checkin process is off the hook. There’s a quick bar in the lobby — pick up wrapped sandwiches, salads, bottled drinks, whatever — plus 24×7 food service (with a limited menu, but still).
The rooms themselves are the real prize, though. Lots of these chains work towards a “suite” feel, designed to cater to an extended stay, but this is the first time I’ve seen it really work. There’s a nice and comfortable couch with an ottoman, a real desk, and a wet-bar in the “living room”, and then a 42″ plasma tv on a pivot that can entertain either that area or the bedroom area.
I’m completely stunned. Even the house Chardonnay is nice. Kansas City just got a whole lot nicer.
just picked up a client on saturday form the one byt hte airport and she was not happy. Of course she usually stays at star hotels.
Well, it is what it is, and I’m sure there’s also variance inside the brand, but if you’re in these “biz travel specials” like Courtyards, Homewood Suites, etc., the Hyatt Place is definitely head and shoulders above the others.