Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced today the opening of Hyatt Regency Chennai, introducing the Hyatt Regency brand to the booming south Indian market. Catering primarily to the business and leisure traveler, Hyatt Regency Chennai is centrally located on the city's iconic Anna Salai (Mount Road), 20 minutes from Anna International Airport and the IT Corridor. The hotel is also in close proximity to important government institutions, consulates, corporate hubs and prime residential areas in Chennai.

The 327-room Hyatt Regency Chennai opens with more than 20,000 sq ft (1,900 sq m) of versatile convention and event space, a fully-equipped fitness center, the chic Lobby Lounge, the hotel's gourmet deli Biscotti, the highly anticipated, all-day-dining restaurant Spice Market, and Stix, which serves authentic Chinese cuisine from the Sichuan region. The hotel also has a stunning outdoor pool which overlooks the city and is set amidst custom-made art installations and lush landscaping.

Speaking on the occasion of the hotel's opening, Peter Fulton, Managing Director, Hyatt International - Southwest Asia, said, "This Indian port city has become the destination of choice for leading brands across industries and is a key business hub for the corporate traveler. This strategic move to bring the Hyatt Regency brand to Chennai will introduce and deliver our authentic hospitality to this bustling market space and ensure that our loyal customers have better connectivity across the globe, as Chennai is clearly an important crossroad for many people."

Additional hotel services and amenities expected to be completed soon include the Regency Club(TM), the Siddh Spa, the hotel's premium suites, specialty restaurants, and a bar.