Hyatt Strengthens Italy Presence, Announces Three Openings and Debut of Hyatt Regency and Thompson Hotel Brands

Hyatt Hotels Corporation reaffirmed its commitment to expanding its portfolio in Italy with three new hotel openings. The three planned hotels will add 428 rooms and suites in Italy, one of Europe’s most important travel markets where WTTC forecasts international visitor spending will reach an all-time high of €78 billion by 2035

Strategic Growth
- Three new hotel openings planned, adding 428 rooms and suites.
- Reinforces Italy as a key growth market, with WTTC forecasting €78B international visitor spend by 2035.
- Hyatt has 170 hotels in Europe across 19 brands; six in Italy (Milan, Venice, Rome, Florence, Sardinia).
- Since 2019, Hyatt has quadrupled its Italian portfolio.

Hyatt Regency Rome Central (Q3 2026)
- Near Termini station, serving business and MICE demand.
- 238 rooms & suites, rooftop pool, Pool Bar, Asian-inspired restaurant Niroma.
- First Hyatt Regency in Italy.

Thompson Rome (Q4 2026)
- Lifestyle brand debut in Italy.
- Heritage building near Colosseum, Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia.
- 69 rooms, three dining venues including rooftop cocktail bar.

Park Hyatt Taormina (2028)
- Second Park Hyatt in Italy (after Milan).
- 121 suites with terraces, Ionian Sea & Mount Etna views.
- Locally inspired dining and spa.

Leadership Perspective
- Nuno Galvao Pinto, VP Development, EAME:
> “Italy is an important growth market… Hyatt offers global distribution, booking channels and access to more than 66M World of Hyatt members.”

Impact
- Expands Hyatt’s reach across upper-upscale, lifestyle, and luxury segments.
- Strengthens access for 66M World of Hyatt members.
- Highlights role of conversions in bringing global brands to high-demand Italian destinations.