CHICAGO, Ill.
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place announced that the first phase of a multi-million dollar expansion and renovation has begun. The hotel’s owner, Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority (MPEA), will be investing approximately $110 million in the construction and furnishings of the hotel, which will be completed in phases.
Phase one will involve construction of the new tower. It will offer 460 guest rooms, including 12 suites and two premium suites. It is slated for completed in mid-2013. Phase two of the project begins in spring of 2012 with the redesign of Hyatt Regency McCormick Place’s coffee shop, Daily Grind. An expanded seating area will be created adjacent to the spot, complete with WiFi internet access, to allow for work space or relaxing. Phase three begins in late 2012 with the expansion and renovation of the main lobby, followed by the renovation of the existing 800 guest room tower in January, 2013.
The redesign and renovation of the 25,000 square foot Hyatt Conference Center will include a redevelopment of the 4,000 square foot Prairie Center into a more flexible meeting and catering space, along with the addition of 3 new boardrooms and a new business center.
