SEATTLE—The Hyatt at Olive 8 has opened its doors in the heart of Seattle’s thriving entertainment and dining district. Located at the corner of Olive and 8th, the new hotel—on track to be Seattle’s first LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) certified hotel—is a striking addition to the city’s skyline and adds a new, more eco-friendly experience to the Pacific Northwest hospitality market. One of the first in a new generation of environmentally conscious hotels across the country, Hyatt at Olive 8 offers its guests a uxurious “green” stay, from energy-efficient rooms to the locally sourced food and beverages at Urbane and all-natural, results-driven spa treatments at Elaia.
“From the sleek, all-glass exterior and stunning blue glass architectural elements to the living rooftop and in-room energy saving amenities, the building’s green design will make a lasting impact in a city known for its environmental consciousness,” said Mark Stiebeling, general manager, Hyatt at Olive 8. “We have worked hard to create a truly unique hotel experience for our guests, and are excited to open the 120th full service Hyatt hotel in the United States here in the Seattle market.”
A new landmark property from Hyatt Hotels & Resorts, the 346-room Hyatt at Olive 8 is located on the first 17 floors of the Olive 8 building, topped by 230 condominium homes on the upper 22 floors. Offering first-rate hotel amenities from spacious guestrooms to striking meeting spaces and an on-site yoga studio, Hyatt at Olive 8 pairs world-class service with comprehensive environmentally-sound practices, including:
• Green meeting initiatives: Hyatt at Olive 8 offers more than 11,000 square feet of green meeting space perfect for groups looking to host eco-friendly social or business functions. A distinctive 7,000 square-foot ballroom provides an elegant setting for large-scale events, while six additional day-lit meeting spaces boast 15-foot floor-to-ceiling windows, reducing the need for artificial light. Hyatt at Olive 8 also provides filtered water instead of bottled water, paperless check-in and electronic folios, fitted tablecloths to decrease laundry and water consumption, and many additional green meeting options for environmentally conscious groups.
• Building Design: As valuable in function as they are form, Hyatt at Olive 8’s sleek 100 percent glass exterior, energy-efficient infrastructure and visible living rooftop will make a lasting impact on the Seattle area. The building uses 32 percent less water, 20 percent less power, and creates less storm water runoff than other similar-sized buildings in its class. During construction, the project diverted more than 95 percent of construction debris from landfill disposal by redirecting recyclable material back into the building process.
• Effortless Eco-Consciousness: Saving energy is simple for guests of Hyatt at Olive 8. All guestrooms are equipped with master power controls for lighting to conserve electricity, as well as dual flush toilets and water reducing showerheads that conserve water without compromising water pressure. Additionally, the hotel’s green housekeeping programs utilize cleaning materials and chemicals that are environmentally friendly.
Eco-friendly Spa, Restaurant
Hyatt at Olive 8 will also be home to the luxurious eco-friendly Elaia spa and sophisticated Urbane restaurant. Located on the second floor of the hotel, and scheduled to open late February, Elaia (pronounced e-lay-a) brings a uniquely holistic and all-natural approach to skincare in Seattle. Twelve spacious treatment suites—including one couple’s suite—will provide a relaxing environment for the spa’s personalized services, which include Elaia’s signature olive oil and “Market Fresh” treatments. Spa guests will also have access to private locker rooms, as well as the hotel’s sauna, steam room, 65-foot saline lap pool and co-ed Jacuzzi. In addition, both spa and hotel guests will be able to take advantage of a 2,400 square-foot Stay Fit@Hyatt Fitness Center and on-site yoga classes.
Offering Seattle residents and out-of-town guests a true taste of the Pacific Northwest, the comfortable yet cultured Urbane restaurant and bar—scheduled to open on February 8—will offer Northwest-inspired cuisine made with ingredients supplied by regional farmers. Furthering the Northwest ambiance, the restaurant and bar will serve wines and beers exclusively produced by Washington and Oregon wineries and breweries.
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