Hyatt Hotels (NYSE:H) (NYSE: H) is a leading global hospitality company that develops, owns, manages and franchises luxury and business hotels, resorts and vacation properties. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Hyatt’s portfolio includes a broad range of brands covering urban full-service hotels, lifestyle resorts, extended-stay properties and vacation ownership offerings. The company primarily operates through an asset-light model, emphasizing management and franchise agreements to drive revenue and growth.
Founded in 1957 when Jay Pritzker acquired the first Hyatt House motel adjacent to the Los Angeles International Airport, Hyatt has evolved from a single property into a worldwide hospitality platform. Over the ensuing decades, the company introduced pioneering concepts such as the atrium lobby design at Hyatt Regency properties and expanded into international markets in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Strategic acquisitions and brand launches, including Park Hyatt, Andaz and Hyatt Regency, have cemented the company’s reputation for consistent quality and elevated guest experiences.
Today, Hyatt serves travelers in more than 70 countries across six continents, with a presence in major business centers, leisure destinations and resort markets. Its portfolio spans a diverse collection of brands, from high-design boutique hotels to wellness-focused resorts and all-inclusive properties. In addition to lodging, Hyatt provides meeting and event facilities, branded residential offerings and loyalty programs designed to enhance customer engagement and retention.
Under the leadership of President and CEO Mark S. Hoplamazian, who joined the company in 2006 and assumed his current role in 2007, Hyatt continues to prioritize innovation, operational excellence and sustainable growth. The company’s governance structure features a board of directors with expertise in hospitality, real estate and finance, guiding strategic initiatives that balance shareholder interests with community engagement and environmental stewardship.
