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Hyatt Survey Shows 90% of Business Travelers Prioritize In-Room Rest
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Hyatt Survey Shows 90% of Business Travelers Prioritize In-Room Rest

A new Hyatt study reveals that 90% of business travelers view their hotel room as the only place to unwind, with nearly half skipping networking events for downtime. The findings highlight high demand for core amenities like fast Wi-Fi, comfortable bedding, and 24-hour food options as Hyatt rapidly expands its Essentials portfolio.

Key Takeaways

  1. 190% of business travelers consider their hotel room the only space they feel truly 'off the clock.'
  2. 2Top traveler priorities include comfortable beds, reliable Wi-Fi, 24/7 food access, and complimentary breakfast.
  3. 3Hyatt expanded its select-service Essentials portfolio by nearly 70 hotels in the first half of 2026.

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Source: eHotelier

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