Key points:
- After joining the Destination by Hyatt brand, Rio Hotel & Casino is now the largest property within Hyatt’s global hotel portfolio by room count
- The second phase of the transformation is set to focus on a complete redesign of Rio Hotel & Casino’s Masquerade Tower guestrooms and public spaces
The Rio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas has now officially joined the Destination by Hyatt brand, while also completing phase one of its $340m property-wide transformation. As part of the Destination by Hyatt brand, Rio Hotel & Casino will attempt to connect guests to both the “people and place” of Las Vegas.
"We are proud to welcome the new Rio Hotel & Casino to our Destination by Hyatt brand portfolio, celebrating Hyatt's commitment to delivering one-of-a-kind experiences in key markets that matter most to our World of Hyatt members and guests," Hyatt SVP of Global Franchise Operations Mike Waddell said.
"Rio is an icon reborn, and its legacy and unique character live on. We are excited for our members and guests to discover the experiences that make Rio Las Vegas a standout destination for global travelers.”
The Rio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas is owned and managed by the Dreamscape Companies and will now become the largest property within Hyatt’s global hotel portfolio based on room count. The property will also become the first Destination by Hyatt-branded resort casino in Nevada, helping to extend Hyatt’s footprint within the market.
Phase one of the $340m renovation included the full redesign and modernization of the all-suite resort’s 1,500-room Ipanema Tower, featuring a new look inspired by cultural elements of Rio de Janeiro.
Good to know: Rio Hotel & Casino released a statement on August 9 to confirm that it had laid off an "unspecified number" of employees
The hotel also recently unveiled six culinary destinations within the new Canteen Food Hall as well as more than 500 new slot machines and 30 table games on the resort’s casino floor.
“Rio’s Destination by Hyatt brand affiliation marks an exciting new chapter for our resort through our progressive evolution,” Rio Hotel & Casino President and CEO Patrick Miller said.
“We’ve not only reenergized the resort’s design and experience, but we’ve proudly honored its legacy as a quintessential Las Vegas icon, providing World of Hyatt members and global travelers with even more ways to immerse themselves in our destination’s fun, energetic and eclectic atmosphere."
Phase two of the resort’s renovation will focus on completely redesigning and modernizing the Masquerade Tower guestrooms and public spaces with the hopes of ensuring an elevated and cohesive guest experience across the entire property.
