26 February, 2020

Hyatt Expands Presence in Turkey With Plans for Hyatt Regency Izmir Istinye Park & updates its COVID-19 announcement.

Hyatt Hotels has announced this week that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a franchise agreement with Orjin Konaklama Yรถnetim Hizmetleri A.ลž. for the first Hyatt branded hotel in Izmir, Turkey. Expected to open in 2021, the 161-room hotel marks the seventh Hyatt branded property in Turkey and the brand’s entry into Izmir, the country’s third-largest and one of the oldest cities in the Mediterranean.

Hyatt Regency Izmir Istinye Park will be part of a new major development, Istinye Park Izmir, slated to become a local landmark comprising of a high-end shopping mall and an impressive 860,000 square foot (80,000 square meters) park. Located 12 miles (20 kilometres) from the airport, the hotel will be in close proximity to the metro, tram and bus stations, providing direct access to downtown Izmir.


“Turkey continues to be one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe, and we have long sought to expand our brand footprint outside of Istanbul,” said Takuya Aoyama, vice president development, Hyatt. “We are very pleased to be working with Orjin Group who has an excellent track record of developing and operating premium real estate in the country.”

The property, which will overlook the Gulf of Izmir, will be designed with business and leisure travellers in mind, offering seamless and personalized experiences for any occasion. Hyatt Regency Izmir Istinye Park will feature a restaurant and bar, as well as a spa and a fitness centre. Additionally, with more than 21,500 square feet (2,000 square meters) of flexible event space, the hotel will also offer a premium venue for corporate meetings and social gatherings alike.

“We are thrilled to be working alongside Hyatt as it expands its brand presence in Turkey,” said Zafer Kursun, chairman of Orjin Group. “Hyatt Regency is a globally recognized brand and our extensive knowledge of the Turkish market and the city of Izmir will allow us to develop a premium property.”

Hyatt Regency Izmir Istinye Park will be joining Hyatt’s growing portfolio across Turkey, alongside Park Hyatt Istanbul – Macka Palas, Hyatt Regency Istanbul Atakoy, Grand Hyatt Istanbul, Nish Palas Istanbul, Hyatt Centric Levent Istanbul and Hyatt House Gebze.

For more information on the Hyatt Regency brand and its range of properties worldwide, visit hyattregency.com and connect with the Hyatt Regency brand on Facebook and Instagram.






Hyatt's COVID-19 Announcement.
The safety and wellbeing of our guests and colleagues is a top priority for Hyatt. We are closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation and fully understand the concerns around traveling during this time. 
Consistent with our commitment to care, and to prioritize the health and wellbeing of our guests and colleagues, Hyatt is waiving cancellation fees for stays through March 31, 2020, for the following:

Guests residing in Greater China, South Korea, Japan and Italy with reservations at Hyatt hotels globally.
Guests with reservations at Hyatt hotels in Greater China, South Korea, Japan and Italy. 

For guests who booked via Hyatt official channels, please contact your nearest Hyatt Global Contact Center or reach us via WeChat (WeChat ID: HyattHotels). For bookings made via online travel agents or other third parties, please contact your booking provider for information on their policies and for assistance. 

 Hyatt hotels continue to work with group and event customers on questions or concerns regarding future business. We continue to remain vigilant and follow the recommended procedures and protocols of the national and local authorities in an effort to ensure the safety and wellbeing of our guests and colleagues.







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