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Dive Brief:
Hyatt Hotels opened The Wildbirch Hotel in Anchorage, Alaska, marking the city’s first lifestyle boutique property as well as its newest hotel lodging option in 20 years, according to the hotel company. 
The 252-key Wildbirch falls under the JdV by Hyatt brand, a collection of independent hotels located in urban destinations. The property offers on-site dining, meetings and events facilities and outdoor gathering space with scenic views.
The hotel is the first JdV property to open in Alaska, coming as Hyatt beefs up its portfolio with recent independent hotel additions. The hotel company is more broadly expanding in lifestyle, including through acquisitions.