Hyatt Signs Hyatt Regency Kapal Besar Island Resort in Indonesia

Hyatt Hotels Corporation and PT Citra Buana Prakarsa have signed a management agreement for Hyatt Regency Kapal Besar Island Resort. The resort will mark the debut of the Hyatt Regency brand in Indonesia’s Riau Islands.

Location
- Located on Pulau Kapal Besar, a private island near Batam, Indonesia.
- Accessible via Nirup Island and a short ferry transfer.
- Travel time from HarbourFront, Singapore, is expected to be approximately 50 minutes.

Accommodation & Facilities
- Planned to feature 140 rooms and suites.
- Amenities will include:
- Spa
- Fitness center
- Outdoor pools
- Camp Hyatt kids’ club
- Indoor and outdoor entertainment facilities

Target Market
- Designed to cater to:
- Leisure travelers
- Families
- Weddings and celebrations
- Group and corporate gatherings

Natural Setting
- The resort will be surrounded by:
- A tranquil lake
- Mangrove ecosystems
- Coastal landscapes
- Focused on nature-based experiences and relaxation.

Management Commentary
- Tommy Ho, Director of Business Development, PT Citra Buana Prakarsa, said the partnership aligns with the vision of developing world-class island destinations close to Singapore while creating opportunities for the local community.

- Bastien Touzeau, Regional Vice President – Growth, Indonesia, Malaysia and the Philippines, Hyatt, highlighted Kapal Besar’s natural beauty and accessibility as key factors supporting the Hyatt Regency brand’s expansion in the region.

Opening Timeline
- The resort is anticipated to open in 2031.

Strategic Significance
- Supports Hyatt’s continued growth in Indonesia.
- Forms part of PT Citra Buana Prakarsa’s broader island development strategy, which also includes Nirup Island, Pulau Layang, and Pulau Kapal Kecil.
- Expands Hyatt’s presence in emerging leisure destinations across Southeast Asia.