PO‘IPU —Grand Hyatt Kaua‘i Resort and Spa in Po‘ipu completed its 602-room renovation last month, just in time for the holidays. Remodeling is a routine occurrence, according to Diann Hartman, manager of public relations at the resort. The last time
PO‘IPU —Grand Hyatt Kaua‘i Resort and Spa in Po‘ipu completed its 602-room renovation last month, just in time for the holidays.
Remodeling is a routine occurrence, according to Diann Hartman, manager of public relations at the resort. The last time the Hyatt completed a large remodel was more than six years ago, and this was a bit larger than most, she said.
The resort revamp, which began in 2010, included standard guest rooms, 37 guest suites, the golf course, Po‘ipu Bay Clubhouse and Yum Cha restaurant.
Despite what most would consider a slow economic time for the resort, Hartman said the timing could not have been better.
“It actually ended up being a good time (for the remodel),” she said.
During some of the renovation work, Hyatt had laid off staff temporarily due to low guest occupancy. Last week, Hartman was happy to report that laid-off staff members have been brought back and additional staff members have been hired.
Information regarding the number of new hires and the total cost of the resort’s renovation project was not available at press time Saturday.
Hartman said post-renovation occupancy levels during the holidays were much busier than expected, adding that a fresh look is important to prospective guests looking at various options.
The resort freshened the style of each room, and steps were taken to make the resort more eco-friendly as well. According to a press release, the resort installed low-flow toilets, low-VOC (volatile organic compound) paints, recycled yarn carpet and energy-saving ceiling fans.
The resort maintained its classic Hawaiian style, putting an emphasis on elements from the land and sea, it states.
“Clean lines and crisp, fresh colors combine to create a relaxed elegance in our distinct Hawaiian classic style, making guests feel at home,” Hyatt General Manager Doug Sears said.
The most impressive renovation work was done in the hotel’s 2,400-plus-square-foot presidential suites. Each offers a full kitchen and dining room, a living room, entertainment area with surround sound, two bathrooms and a separate bedroom.
