The 31-key Park Hyatt hotel offers guests an intimate new expression of understated luxury in the heart of Johannesburg’s dynamic Rosebank district
CHICAGO (JULY 1, 2025) Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announced the opening of Park Hyatt Johannesburg, marking the luxury brand’s third destination in the African region. Set within the vibrant Rosebank district, celebrated for its cultural richness and urban vitality – Park Hyatt Johannesburg offers a refined, residential-style experience where thoughtful design, immersive art, and warm hospitality come together in perfect balance.
“We are extremely proud to open Park Hyatt Johannesburg, extending the legacy of the Park Hyatt brand to Rosebank,” commented Mitch Gemmell, general manager, Park Hyatt Johannesburg. “Our team is dedicated to offering deeply personalized service and thoughtfully curated experiences, delivered with meticulous attention to detail and the essence of modern luxury hospitality in every interaction.”
Local Heritage & Architecture
The hotel elegantly preserves its architectural heritage, blending classical and contemporary elements inspired by colonial residences. Originally constructed in the 1930s as a stately colonial mansion, the building reflects the influence of Sir Herbert Baker, whose architectural legacy helped shape the character of Johannesburg’s early residential estates. Today, Park Hyatt Johannesburg honors this legacy through the careful restoration of original features such as graceful arches, high ceilings, and wide verandahs, creating a serene oasis that seamlessly connects heritage with modern luxury. The hotel is structured around a central open-air courtyard, anchored by a magnificent jacaranda tree, sculpted gardens, and a heated outdoor pool, creating a serene focal point for relaxation and reflection. Embedded across the property is a locally curated art and design program, with each floor and space featuring site-specific themes inspired by the region’s landscapes, botanical history, and archival collections.
Guestrooms & Suites
The hotel features 31 elegantly appointed guestrooms and suites, each offering king-size beds and floor-to-ceiling windows designed to maximize natural light and provide serene garden views. Select rooms and suites feature private patios, further enhancing the sense of tranquility. The carefully designed interiors boast plush cotton linens, marble bathrooms with deep soaking tubs, bespoke Ndebele-patterned throws, and curated South African artwork. Art themes within the rooms include Sea Algae, Trees, Safari, Forest, Explorer, and Leaves, all celebrating South Africa’s diverse biospheres. Local artistic work is also exhibited in public spaces, comprising pieces employing a warm neutral palette enriched by artisanal details and botanical illustrations dating back to the 1800s, many sourced from historical archives.
Culinary Mastery
Culinary excellence forms the heart of Park Hyatt Johannesburg. The hotel’s Room 32 restaurant – named to play on the property’s 31 rooms – presents guests with an immersive gastronomic journey, showcasing innovative cuisine prepared over live-fire grills, emphasizing seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Guests can witness the artistry of chefs transforming humble ingredients into culinary delights. Complementing this experience, The Lounge provides a sophisticated yet relaxed setting to savor handcrafted cocktails, fine wines, and a carefully selected array of premium cigars. Celebrating South Africa’s rich winemaking heritage, the wine list is guided by a focus on terroir and quality, with selections that reflect the country’s diverse viticultural landscape. Guests can look forward to an elevated oenological experience guided by a dedicated sommelier, offering thoughtful pairings and insight into the provenance and character of each wine.
Culturally Inspired Wellness
With the spa set to open soon, wellness experiences at Park Hyatt Johannesburg will invite guests to rejuvenate through exclusive treatments inspired by international and South African traditions. Signature therapies incorporate native ingredients such as rooibos, marula oil and baobab extract, known for their healing and antioxidant properties. Drawing on the holistic principles of local wellness rituals, treatments aim to restore balance and energy while offering a sensory journey that connects guests with the natural richness of the region. The hotel also features a fully equipped fitness center and a heated outdoor pool nestled within beautifully landscaped gardens, offering a tranquil environment amidst the city. Park Hyatt Johannesburg is also proud to collaborate with luxury publisher Assouline to bring iconic Assouline titles, signature candles, and refined design elements to the hotel’s lounge and suites, enriching the atmosphere with a sense of timeless sophistication.
Intimate Events & Gatherings
At Park Hyatt Johannesburg, guests can experience the perfect blend of sophistication and functionality for gatherings. The property provides a flexible event space accommodating up to 60 guests, ideal for intimate meetings and elegant celebrations. Whether it’s a wedding, corporate event, or private party, the dedicated hotel team ensures that every detail is meticulously crafted to create unforgettable memories.
“The opening of Park Hyatt Johannesburg embodies our commitment to providing exceptional service, care and luxury deeply connected to the city’s rich heritage and vibrant culture,” commented Hamza Farooqui, CEO of Millat Group. “Our aim is to offer an unparalleled experience, blending refined hospitality with authentic South African artistry.”
Conveniently located near key cultural attractions, galleries, boutique shops, and acclaimed dining establishments in the city, Park Hyatt Johannesburg is set to become a definitive luxury destination for discerning business and leisure travelers alike.
For more information, visit: https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/south-africa/park-hyatt-johannesburg/johpj
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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MEDIA CONTACTS:
Chloe Duncan
Hyatt – Middle East and Africa
Chloe.duncan@hyatt.com
Ankita Raturi
Park Hyatt Johannebsurg
ankita.raturi@hyatt.com
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 March 31, 2025, the Company’s portfolio included more than 1,450 hotels and all-inclusive properties in 79 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, Sunscape® Resorts & Spas, Alua Hotels & Resorts®, and Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts; 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®, 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.
About Park Hyatt
Park Hyatt hotels provide discerning, global travelers with a refined home-away-from-home. Guests of Park Hyatt hotels receive quietly confident and personalized service in an enriching environment. Located in several of the world’s premier destinations, each Park Hyatt hotel is custom designed to combine sophistication with understated luxury. Park Hyatt hotels feature well-appointed guestrooms, world-renowned artwork and design, rare and immersive culinary experiences, and signature restaurants featuring award-winning chefs. There are currently 48 Park Hyatt hotels in the following locations: Abu Dhabi, Auckland, Bangkok, Beaver Creek, Beijing, Buenos Aires, Busan, Canberra, Changbaishan, Carlsbad, Changsha, Chennai, Chicago, Doha, Dubai, Guangzhou, Hangzhou, Hyderabad, Istanbul, Jakarta, Jeddah, Johannesburg, Kyoto, London, Maldives, Marrakech, Melbourne, Mendoza, Milan, New York, Ningbo, Niseko, Paris, Saigon, Sanya, Seoul, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Siem Reap, St. Kitts, Suzhou, Sydney, Tokyo, Toronto, Vienna, Washington, D.C., Zanzibar, and Zurich. For more information, please visit parkhyatt.com. Follow @ParkHyatt on Facebook, X and Instagram, and tag photos with #LuxuryIsPersonal.