Unique: Hyatt brings ‘community-first’ life-style model to Australian shores

Hyatt Hotels Corporation will introduce its life-style model Caption by Hyatt to the Australian market subsequent month with the opening of a 174-room new-build resort in Sydney’s Haymarket.

Caption by Hyatt Central Sydney, situated on Parker Street, opens on October 13, 2025, with native connection and group entrance and centre.  

Part of Hyatt’s world portfolio of greater than 1,300 properties, Caption by Hyatt is an upscale life-style model centred round versatile, tech-enabled stays with a community-first ethos.

With areas within the United States, Japan, and China, Sydney marks its first opening within the Southern Hemisphere.

“The brand is all about people and place – bringing people together to connect with each other, but also our local community as well,” Caption by Hyatt Central Sydney General Manager, Temara Exton, instructed HM.

“Hyatt has a very strong reputation in luxury and lifestyle and is growing strongly in select service as well. I feel that there’s a lot of opportunity for this type of hotel, that has all the essentials but is a little bit more flexible and more fun.”

Talk Shop, an all-day social area that serves because the resort’s café, bar, and group hub, would be the point of interest of the resort, enjoying host to native occasions, pop-ups, and collaborations – from trivia and poetry nights to stay music and artwork showcases.

Interior designers Mitchell and Eades have weaved components of native historical past into the resort’s design, and a collaboration with native artist Chris Yee brings Sydney’s cultural heritage and concrete vitality to the fore.

The resort operates below eco-conscious practices and companions with native suppliers for meals, drink, and facilities.

Exton says the resort will provide a “guest-led, host-supported” expertise expertise, with cell check-in and keyless room entry accessible.

“With self-activated experiences, purposeful design, and F&B at the heart, including Talk Shop, our all-day social space, we’ve created places for the community to connect,” Exton mentioned.

“We’re offering something fresh and accessible to the Australian market.”

Hyatt’s Vice President, Global Sales, Hyatt Sales Force, Asia Pacific, Kate Atkinson, mentioned Caption by Hyatt meets the evolving wants of contemporary travellers.

“The launch of Caption by Hyatt Central Sydney marks an exciting milestone for Hyatt as we bring this dynamic and community-driven brand to Australia for the very first time,” mentioned Atkinson.

“Australia is a crucial progress marketplace for us, and introducing Caption by Hyatt reinforces our dedication to increasing our portfolio with manufacturers that meet altering visitor expectations.

“We’re proud to bring a new style of hospitality to Sydney’s vibrant Parker Street precinct – one that celebrates creativity, collaboration, and community at every touchpoint.”