Just in Time for 2009

Andaz West Hollywood Opens Doors January 8th
WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif.--(Business Wire)--
The monumental artwork by artist Brian Cairns that has concealed Andaz West
Hollywood`s south-facing exterior for the last month has come down to reveal the
second property in the Andaz brand portfolio and the first Andaz hotel to open
in the United States. Encouraging guests to create their own experience, Andaz
West Hollywood offers an uncomplicated stay while focusing on delivering the
simplest pleasures.

"It`s been quite a journey, but we`re delighted to have the doors open," said
Andaz West Hollywood General Manager Michel Morauw. "We look forward to
welcoming our first guests and the community to Andaz."

Andaz West Hollywood has completely re-imagined the fourteen-story former Hyatt
on Sunset, affectionately referred to as the "Riot House." While guests may
still find subtle hints and heritage from its earlier days, the new hotel
focuses on unique details and the special locale of West Hollywood, California.
Andaz worked with New York-based architecture and interior design firm Janson
Goldstein to develop the series of engaging spaces featuring design
sensibilities tied to the locale of the hotel.

"Our mission has been to make each Andaz property unique to its surrounding
area," says Janson Goldstein principal Hal Goldstein. "We have highlighted the
contrasts between the modern and the mid-century, as well as broken down
barriers between the indoor and outdoors spaces."

Thursday, January 8th also marked the opening of the highly anticipated RH
restaurant. French-trained chef Sebastien Archambault leads as executive chef
and has been working with local vendors and growers to create his "market to
table" menu, which focuses on regional, seasonal ingredients and personal
choice. In addition to a menu of signature dishes, RH offers a market list, from
which guests will be able to choose and customize their own meals. The
restaurant showcases local wines inspired by boutique vintners celebrating the
best of California.

In the same spirit of openness and transparency that marks the style of RH,
Sebastien and his team work in an open kitchen, which anchors the 100-seat bar
and restaurant. The walk-in coolers feature glass doors so guests can observe
their entire meal taking shape from storage and preparation to cooking and
plating.

"Our menu highlights the climate and richness in Los Angeles, and we would like
to give new meaning to the concept of honest food," Sebastien comments.

About Andaz

Global in scale while local in perspective, Andaz delivers an innovative
hospitality experience blending personal preferences with attentive and
uncomplicated service. This unique collection of hotels reflects the personality
of each locale, and is dedicated to creating natural and vibrant living spaces
where travelers are able to indulge in their own personal sense of comfort and
style. The first property, Andaz Liverpool Street, launched in London, in
November 2007, followed by Andaz West Hollywood in January 2009. Subsequent
property openings scheduled include, Andaz Wall Street, Andaz Fifth Avenue (both
in 2009) and Andaz Austin (autumn 2010). For more information, log on to
www.andaz.com.

About Global Hyatt Corporation

Global Hyatt Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is one of the world`s
premier hotel companies. The hotels owned, operated, managed or franchised by
its subsidiaries provide authentic hospitality to guests in 45 countries through
a passionate commitment to personalized service, cultural relevance, and the
environment. Global Hyatt subsidiaries own, operate, manage or franchise more
than 365 hotels and resorts worldwide under the Hyatt, Hyatt Regency, Hyatt
Resorts, Grand Hyatt, Park Hyatt, Hyatt Place, Hyatt Summerfield Suites and
Andaz brands with additional properties under development on five continents.
Global Hyatt Corporation is also the owner of Hyatt Vacation Ownership, Inc.,
operator of Hyatt Vacation Club. The success of Global Hyatt is driven by the
commitment and energy of the thousands of men and women around the world who
provide exceptional service to hotel guests. From the U.S. and Canada,
reservations for any Hyatt hotel worldwide may be obtained by calling
1-800-233-1234 or visiting www.hyatt.com.

Andaz West Hollywood
Jaimie Confer
323.785.6058
jaimie.confer@andaz.com
or
PMG
Michele Angeloni/Leland Drummond
323.337.9042
mangleoni@platformgrp.com
ldrummond@platformgrp.com

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