US-based hotel giant Hyatt Hotels Corporation has launched its newest hotel in India - the Hyatt Regency Chennai in the south of the country.

Facilities at the 327-bedroom hotel include a Siddh Spa, a large fitness centre, a range of restaurants and more than 20,000 sq ft (1,900 sq m) of versatile convention and event space.

The signature Siddh Spa boasts six treatment rooms including a dedicated couple's room. Other amentieis include steamroom, sauna, spa pool and a large outdoor swimming pool.

Peter Fulton, managing director of Hyatt International - Southwest Asia, said: "The strategic move to bring the Hyatt Regency brand to Chennai will introduce and deliver our authentic hospitality to this bustling market space."