Hyatt Builds on Record Growth in Canada with New Hotels Across Its Brand Portfolio

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced record growth momentum in Canada, where Hyatt’s portfolio of open hotels has quadrupled in under a decade. With more than 40 deals in the pipeline, including 10 hotels expected to open in 2027, Hyatt is on track for its largest year of hotel openings in the country.

Leadership Insights
Julienne Smith, Head of Americas Growth, Hyatt
- Highlighted the strength of Hyatt's owner and developer partnerships.
- Identified Canada as a key market with significant growth potential.

Scott Richer, Head of Growth, Canada, Hyatt
- Emphasised Hyatt's relationship-driven approach to development.
- Stressed the importance of creating long-term value for owners and guests.

Recent Hotel Openings
- The Clayfield, The Unbound Collection by Hyatt – Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario
- Hyatt Place Vancouver / Metrotown – Burnaby, British Columbia
- Hyatt Regency Niagara Falls Fallsview – Niagara Falls, Ontario
- Hyatt House Thunder Bay – Thunder Bay, Ontario

Key Pipeline Developments
Park Hyatt Vancouver
- Will strengthen Hyatt's luxury portfolio in Canada.
- Marks the brand's first presence on Canada's West Coast.
- Will complement Park Hyatt Toronto, creating luxury anchors in two major gateway cities.

Unscripted by Hyatt Debut
- Hyatt will introduce its Unscripted by Hyatt collection to Canada.
- Developed in partnership with Haida Enterprise Corporation, the economic development arm of the Haida Nation.
- Two participating properties:
- Haida House at Tllaal (Tlell)
- Ocean House at Tlaga Gawtlaas (Old Massett)
- Both properties are located in Haida Gwaii, British Columbia.

New Brand Introductions
Hyatt Select
- Designed for hotel conversions in secondary and tertiary markets.
- Offers flexible development opportunities for owners.
- Upcoming hotels:
- Hyatt Select Kingston, Ontario (opening expected later this year)
- Hyatt Select Prince Albert, Saskatchewan (expected 2027)

Hyatt Studios
- Hyatt's extended-stay brand featuring apartment-style suites with kitchens.
- Designed for long-stay travellers.
- Canadian debut:
- Hyatt Studios Prince Albert, Saskatchewan (expected 2027)

Owner Benefits
- Access to Hyatt's global commercial platform.
- Participation in the World of Hyatt loyalty program.
- Flexible development and conversion opportunities.

Key Takeaway
- Hyatt is accelerating its Canadian expansion through new luxury, lifestyle, conversion-friendly, and extended-stay brands. With over 40 hotels in the pipeline and 10 openings planned in 2027, the company is positioning Canada as one of its fastest-growing markets globally.