Hyderabad, 24th May 2024 – Park Hyatt Hyderabad is delighted to announce the appointment of Shrikant Wakharkar as the new General Manager and Area Vice President.

He brings over thirty years of rich experience in the hospitality industry, having previously served as the General Manager of Hyatt Regency Delhi and Area Vice President of Hyatt Hotels – North India from 2022. His extensive background includes leadership roles at renowned brands such as Taj, IHG, Starwood, and Marriott Hotels.

In his new role at Park Hyatt Hyderabad, he will lead the iconic hotel’s management and processes, oversee strategic growth initiatives, and spearhead innovative programs to strengthen the hotel’s market position.

“I am thrilled to join the team at Park Hyatt Hyderabad. Hyatt’s core purpose of CARE is paramount to me, and I am deeply committed to ensuring an exceptional experience for our guests and fostering a harmonious environment for our colleagues. I am eager to contribute to the high standards and reputation of Park Hyatt Hyderabad and look forward to leading this iconic luxury property to new heights.”

Shrikant Wakharkar

He began his career as a Hotel Management Trainee in 1989 and progressed through roles such as Assistant Restaurant Manager, Banquet Manager, and Food & Beverage Manager. He served as a General Manager at various hotels and in February 2022, he advanced to General Manager and Area Vice President for Hyatt Hotels, North India.

A graduate of the Institute of Hotel Management, Bhubaneshwar, he has further honed his skills through professional development programs at Cornell University. Beyond his professional achievements, Shrikant enjoys traveling, exploring different cuisines, and participating in marathons, which he believes are essential for maintaining focus and fitness.

Park Hyatt Hyderabad is excited to welcome Shrikant and looks forward to the exceptional leadership and innovation he will bring to the property.

About Park Hyatt Hyderabad:

The first urban Park Hyatt hotel in India, designed by renowned architecture firm of John Portman & Associates, the modern eight-story Park Hyatt Hyderabad includes 185 guestrooms, 24 suites and 41 service apartments; all being among the city’s most spacious hotel accommodations. With contemporary, elegant hotel interiors by Hirsch Bedner Associates, the hotel is the first in Hyderabad to offer 42 fully serviced luxury apartments – The Residence. It boasts about a premium location, close to the technology hub of Hi-Tech City and the business districts, and 45 minutes from Hyderabad’s international airport. The Spa designed with a Nizami theme houses the blend of attars and instrumentals wafting through the air, technology and tradition intertwining and new beauty’s intersection with ancient wisdom. The Spa offers a true respite from the rigors of the day-to-day by effortlessly offering royal rituals. Award winning Northern-Italian, Pan-Asian, Indian and European signature restaurants offer hand crafted culinary delights while spacious and technology friendly meeting spaces portray perfect venues for social and corporate gatherings.

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