CHICAGO ( August 1 2 , 2026) - Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE:H) today announced that one of its affiliates has entered into a franchise agreement for Hyatt Regency Palace Berlin. The landmark Hotel Palace Berlin is expected to undergo a phased renovation and join the Hyatt Regency brand and World of Hyatt in early 2027 .

Located in Berlin's City West district, opposite the Berlin Zoo and within walking distance of Kurfürstendamm, the Europa- Center and the city's major transport ation links , the hotel will complement Hyatt's existing p ortfolio in the German capital, joining Grand Hyatt Berlin , M e and A ll H otel Berlin East Side , Lindner Hotel Berlin Ku'damm , which is part of JdV by Hyatt and five Mr & Mrs Smith hotels.

Designed for Business and Leisure

The property features 239 guest rooms and 39 suites designed to support productive business travel while creating opportunities to relax and unwind . The hotel features an exclusive club lounge - expected to be reimagined as a Regency Club, the acclaimed beef45 restaurant, two bars, a spa and pool and approximately 2,600 square metres (28,000 square feet) of event space across 18 venues designed to accommodate up to 900 guests for meetings, celebrations and social gatherings.

The transition will be accompanied by a thoughtful redesign and modernization , focused on the hotel's public areas and guestrooms , introducing welcoming social spaces and calm, intuitive accommodations designed to help guests work, relax and connect with ease.

"We are excited to join the Hyatt family," said Michael Frenzel, General Manager, Hotel Palace Berlin. "This collaboration will allow us to combine the unique character and quality of our hotel with the global strength of the Hyatt Regency brand. Together, we will offer even greater benefits to our guests, customers and employees while continuing the success story of our property."

"Hotel Palace Berlin has built an exceptional reputation over many years, and we're excited to welcome it to the Hyatt Regency brand," said Gabriela Basovska, Director Development Northern Europe, Hyatt. " Its prime City West location, premium hospitality and exceptional meeting facilities make it a natural fit for a brand built around bringing people together. "

Strengthening Hyatt' s P ortfolio in Germany

Berlin remains a strategically important market for Hyatt , and Hyatt Regency Palace Berlin further strengthens Hyatt 's p ortfolio in the German capital while expanding the Hyatt Regency brand in the country. Joining Hyatt Regency Cologne, Hyatt Regency Düsseldorf and Hyatt Regency Mainz, the hotel is expected to become the brand's fourth Hyatt Regency hotel in Germany, offering guests and World of Hyatt members additional opportunities to stay across the country.

With more than 245 Hyatt Regency hotels in over 50 countries, the brand is renowned for bringing people together through seamless experiences for business, meetings , events and leisure. As of the second quarter of 2026, Hyatt's portfolio in Germany comprises 25 hotels representing more than 5,000 rooms across eight distinct brands.

Additional details regarding the hotel's opening will be announced as the project progresses.

The term "Hyatt" is used in this release for convenience to refer to Hyatt Hotels Corporation and/or one or more of its affiliates.

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A bout Hyatt Regency

The Hyatt Regency brand is a global collection of hotels and resorts found in more than 245 locations in over 50 countries around the world. The depth and breadth of this diverse portfolio, from expansive resorts to urban city cent er s , is a testament to the brand's evolutionary spirit. For more than 50 years, the Hyatt Regency brand has championed fresh perspectives and enriching experiences, while its forward-thinking philosophy provides guests with inviting spaces that bring people together and foster a spirit of community. As a hospitality original, Hyatt Regency hotels and resorts are founded on openness - our colleagues consistently serve with open minds and open hearts to deliver unforgettable celebrations, effortless relaxation and notable culinary experiences alongside expert meetings and technology-enabled collaboration. The brand prides itself on an everlasting reputation for insightful care - one that welcomes all people across all countries and cultures, generation after generation. For more information, please visit hyattregency.com . Follow @HyattRegency on Facebook and Instagram , and tag photos with #HyattRegency.

About Hyatt Hotels Corporation

Hyatt Hotels Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, is a leading global hospitality company guided by its purpose - to care for people so they can be their best. As of June 30, 2026, the Company's portfolio included more than 1,500 hotels and all-inclusive properties in 83 countries across six continents. The Company's offering includes brands in the Luxury Portfolio , including Park Hyatt ®, Alila ®, Miraval ®, Impression by Secrets , and The Unbound Collection by Hyatt ®; the Lifestyle Portfolio , including Andaz ®, Thompson Hotels ®, The Standard ®, Dream ® Hotels , The StandardX ®, Breathless Resorts & Spas ®, JdV by Hyatt ®, Bunkhouse ® Hotels , and Me and All Hotels ; the Inclusive Collection , including Zoëtry ® Wellness & Spa Resorts , Hyatt Ziva ®, Hyatt Zilara ®, Secrets ® Resorts & Spas , Dreams ® Resorts & Spas , Hyatt Vivid ® Hotels & Resorts , Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts, Alua Hotels & Resorts ®, and Sunscape ® Resorts & Spas ; the Classics Portfolio , including Grand Hyatt ®, Hyatt Regency ®, Destination by Hyatt ®, Hyatt Centric ®, Hyatt Vacation Club ®, and Hyatt ®; and the Essentials Portfolio , including Caption by Hyatt ®, Unscripted by Hyatt , Hyatt Place ®, Hyatt House ®, Hyatt Studios ®, Hyatt Select, and UrCove . Subsidiaries of the Company operate the World of Hyatt® loyalty program, ALG Vacations®, Mr & Mrs Smith, Unlimited Vacation Club®, Amstar® DMC destination management services, and Trisept Solutions® technology services. For more information, please visit www.hyatt.com .