Construction company Hickory has just completed Australia’s first Hyatt Centric hotel, a $150 million Little Group development located at 9-27 Downie Street, Melbourne.

Designed by Architectus, with interiors by Hecker Guthrie, Hyatt Centric Melbourne consists of a six-level podium, backed by a 20-storey glass tower. The hotel features 278 contemporary guest rooms across 26 levels.

The state-of-the-art hotel exudes a cosmopolitan feel and is a reflection of Melbourne's vibrant street culture. The spacious guest rooms have been designed with clean, uncomplicated lines and a soft colour palette, and incorporate locally inspired design elements that are intended to reflect the city’s heritage and urban landscape.

Hyatt Centric Melbourne features a spectacular rooftop bar and restaurant on the 25th floor, which offers a list of hand-crafted signature cocktails and panoramic views of the Yarra River and the city skyline. Guests can enjoy locally sourced Mediterranean cuisine at the hotel's exclusive TOMA restaurant or grab a coffee from the Allie Lane café, located in the hotel’s lobby. Additional guest features include spacious function rooms on level 5 and level 6, a gym, lap pool and steam room.

A unique feature of the hotel is its in-built converged electrical network, which is designed to produce an exceptional user experience for guests. Hotel staff will be able to control different ‘modes’, including cleaning modes where all the lights are bright and ambience modes where the lights are dimmed for when a guest first enters the room. This converged network also allows hotel staff to be immediately alerted to required maintenance, preventing interruptions to the guest experience.

Located at the corner of Downie Street and Flinders Lane, Hyatt Centric Melbourne will boast convenient access to Southern Cross Station, the Docklands and Southbank precincts, and the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Hyatt Centric Melbourne is yet another addition to the Hyatt Centric hotel series, with developments recently launched in Hobart and Tokyo. It will open to the public for bookings from the 1st of December 2021.

George Abraham, Managing Director at Hickory said, "Hickory is pleased to complete construction on Hyatt Centric Melbourne - a contemporary, boutique addition to Melbourne’s hotel scene. The hotel will be a perfect launchpad for guests to explore everything Melbourne has to offer, and we are proud to bring to life the exclusive Hyatt Centric Hotels brand to Australia for the very first time.”

Paul Little AO, Chairman and Founder of the Little Group said, "We are delighted to be working with Hyatt to launch the first Hyatt Centric hotel in Australia. This property brings new life for local, domestic and international visitors to the southwest corner of the Melbourne CBD. We look forward to Melburnians and visitors from further afield celebrating special moments and creating lasting memories at Hyatt Centric Melbourne.”

Ilan Weill, General Manager at Hyatt Centric Melbourne said, "Hyatt Centric Melbourne is set to inspire the curious-minded and the young-at-heart. We connect savvy explorers who enjoy being in the middle of the action. Our team, engaged and passionate Melburnians, are keen to share their local knowledge, helping our guests to discover authentic experiences, blending the city’s street art hot spots, vibrant coffee culture, artistic spirit and bustling creative laneways.”

The first Hyatt Centric hotel in Australia marks a significant milestone for Hyatt’s rapidly growing lifestyle brand. The opening of Hyatt Centric Melbourne, marking the entry of the vibrant Hyatt Centric brand into Australia. Located in a prime location in the heart of Melbourne’s fast-emerging downtown, Hyatt Centric Melbourne will inspire savvy explorers to discover authentic experiences and hidden gems in the dynamic city.

“Hyatt has had a presence in Australia for over 30 years and we are excited about the launch of the Hyatt Centric brand in the country and the introduction of its adventurous style of exploration and hospitality,” said David Udell, group president, Asia-Pacific, Hyatt. “As interstate and international borders in Australia reopen, we look forward to welcoming guests from near and far to discover afresh Melbourne and its cosmopolitan spirit.”

Homebase with Melbourne Flair

Designed by Architectus Australia and Hecker Guthrie Interiors and built by Hickory, Hyatt Centric Melbourne features 277 contemporary guestrooms across 25 levels. The stylish yet understated interiors celebrate the character of Melbourne’s urban fabric, from the city’s Hoddle Grid business district and use of tessellated tiles as seen in the custom-designed rugs in the rooms and public spaces respectively to the Victorian era-inspired brickwork in the public spaces. The design also pays homage to Melbourne’s history in wool production and during the Gold Rush through a curated collection of soft furnishings and light fixtures by local designers, setting the stage for guests to continue their personal discovery of the multi- faceted city.

Hyatt Centric Melbourne collaborates with emerging and established local artists, food producers and designers to encapsulate Melbourne’s unique spirit. This includes street art by Damian Cazaly, coffee from family-owned South Melbourne roasters Cottle Coffee, luxurious Mr. Smith bath products and fashion wear by PAGEANT for the hotel team’s attire.

Local Flavors

Short for “Taste of Melbourne Australia,” TOMA Restaurant & Bar on the 25th floor offers sustainably- sourced, Mediterranean-inspired menus featuring Victorian produce alongside panoramic views of the city, the Yarra River and the Southbank. The café, Allie Lane, serves treats from local producers including coffee and craft beer as well as homemade pastries and sandwiches. The kitchens are spearheaded by Chef Jordan Monkhouse, a well-known face in Melbourne, which is also famous for being Australia’s foodie capital.

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Location, Location, Location

Hyatt Centric Melbourne is close to many of the city’s popular hotspots as well as a trove of hidden gems, and offers convenient access to Southern Cross Station, the Docklands and Southbank precincts, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, and the Crown Entertainment Complex. Located at the corner of Downie Street and Flinders Lane, the hotel is an ideal launchpad for exploration for both local residents and visitors.

“We are delighted to be working with Hyatt to launch the first Hyatt Centric hotel in Australia,” said Paul Little AO, Chairman and founder of the Little Group. “This property brings new life for local, domestic and international visitors to the southwest corner of the Melbourne city center. We look forward to Melburnians and visitors with an adventurous spirit celebrating special moments and creating shareworthy experiences at Hyatt Centric Melbourne.”

“Hyatt Centric Melbourne is set to inspire the curious-minded, savvy explorers who wants to be in the heart of the action,” said Ilan Weill, general manager, Hyatt Centric Melbourne. “Our team, engaged and passionate Melburnians, are keen to share their local knowledge, helping our guests to discover authentic experiences, blending the city’s street art hot spots, vibrant coffee culture, artistic spirit and bustling creative laneways.”

Bookings for Hyatt Centric Melbourne are now open, with stays from December 1, 2021. For more information, please visit Hyatt Centric Website via link in below contact form.