Hyatt Regency makes its mark in Eastern China

SUZHOU, known as the ‘Venice of China’ for its ancient waterways, is now home to a new Hyatt Regency hotel.

Located in the Suzhou Industrial Park, the hotel is part of mixed-use development Jinghope Plaza that also features a luxury shopping mall, entertainment venues, and two Grade-A office buildings.

From Hyatt Regency Suzhou, Shanghai is 25 minutes away by train, Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport is one hour by car, and Suzhou SIP Railway Station is a 10-minute drive away.

“We are thrilled that Hyatt Regency Suzhou is now part of this vibrant community. The opening of Hyatt Regency Suzhou is a strategic step for Hyatt as we grow our brand presence in China,” said Christopher Koehler, vice president of operations ­– China, Hyatt Hotels and Resorts.

The hotel offers 355 guestrooms and suites. Rooms start at 40m² and come with large-screen LED TVs, free Wi-Fi Internet access, coffee and tea sets, oversized tables for working or dining on, and a bathtub in the toilet.

Suites begin at 90m² and feature separate living and dining areas, a free-standing window bathtub. Guests will enjoy access to the Regency Club lounge on the 28^th floor where breakfast, all-day refreshments, and evening cocktails will be served; while express check-in/out and concierge services are also available.

Guests can enjoy dining options at the five on-property restaurants and lounges: Hua Chi 88 for authentic Suzhou, Huaiyang, and Taihu Boat cuisines as well as Peking Duck, with six private dining rooms; The Fireplace is an international grill restaurant; the modern Tea House that transforms into a bar by night; The Atrium for informal meetings and gatherings; and Market Café on the second floor.

Hyatt Regency Suzhou offers more than 1,400m² for events. The Residence events venue comprises four multipurpose rooms that can host up to 360 guests, while the dedicated Loft Kitchen is fully equipped for dining experiences. The 580m² Regency Ballroom will accommodate up to 450 people for cocktail events and 340 for private dining events.

For relaxation, the Yue Spa at Hyatt Regency Suzhou comes with six private spa suites, two reflexology areas, and hydrotherapy facilities including Roman-style baths and a steam room. An indoor swimming pool and 24-hour gym round up the hotel’s wellness offerings.