The knock you may hear about Hyatt is its lack of a global footprint. While it’s true that Hyatt doesn’t have the same number of properties as a brand like Marriott, its recent acquisitions of brands like Alila and Small Luxury Hotels have helped to close the gap. This makes it much easier to stay at these best Hyatt hotels this year.
An important thing to note about Hyatt is it’s one of the most valuable Chase Ultimate Rewards travel partners. While we’ve seen devaluations from Chase partners like United Airlines, Hyatt has stayed the course and offered value to its customers.
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Credit Cards to Earn Hyatt Points
One of the easiest ways to earn Hyatt points is with the $95 annual fee World of Hyatt credit card. This card generally comes with a solid bonus points welcome offer. It also earns 4x points at Hyatt, and 2x points on dining, airline tickets, gym memberships, and transit.
Hyatt is one of the Chase travel partners. This means that you can transfer Chase points directly to Hyatt. Popular Chase cards include the Chase Sapphire Reserve, Chase Sapphire Preferred, and Ink Business Preferred.
Hyatt Award Chart
Hyatt has 8 hotel categories. The number of points required range from 5,000-40,000 points per night depending on the category. Members can also use points to book a Club Room or Suite. Club rooms range from 7,000-39,000 points per night. Standard Suites range from 8,000-48,000 points per night. Premium Suites range from 10,000-60,000 points per night.
Hyatt Points + Cash Award Chart
Hyatt members also have the option to use a cash co-pay when booking a stay. Points + Cash range between 2,500-15,000 points per night + 50% of the standard rate for a standard room. If you’re short on Chase or Hyatt points, this can be a great way to stretch your points to book a stay.
Best Hyatt Hotels to Visit
Hyatt has 18 brands. With its recent acquisitions of Alila, Destination Hotels, joie de vivre, and Thompson Hotels, the Hyatt portfolio has a hotel for everyone. Alila, Small Luxury Hotels, and Thompson Hotels continue to add properties giving you an opportunity to try out boutique properties. With that said, let’s jump into the best Hyatt hotels to stay at in 2021.
The Eliza Jane
Just off Magazine Street in New Oreleans is The Eliza Jane. Amenities include an lobby bar/diner, an interior courtyard and a 24-hour gym. We stayed here back in the fall, had solid customer serivce, and thoroughly enjoyed the experience.
Ventana Big Sur an Alila Resort
Located on 243 acres just off the Pacific Coast Highway is the Ventana Big Sur. Suites offer either hot tubs or fireplaces, a nice perk for this wooded retreat. Perks include complimentary breakfast, guided walks, wine and cheese receptions, daily yoga, Tai Chi classes, a farm-to-table restaurant, a bar, a pool, a sauna, a gym, and a spa.
Thompson Nashville
Downtown Nashville is where you find the Thompson Nashville. Amenities include a seafood restaurant/bar, a rooftop bar, a cafe, and a 24/7 gym. This hotel is yet another example of the Thompson brand expanding its footprint.
Carmel Valley Ranch
Carmel Valley Ranch is located on 500 acres in Carmel Valley. Suites feature fireplaces and private decks, making your stay even more enjoyable. Perks include a spa, a golf course, tennis courts, two outdoor saltwater pools, a gym, an organic restaurant, and a cafe.
The Confidante Miami Beach
Minutes from the beach is The Confidante Miami Beach. The hotel features 1950s vibes on the beach. A restaurant, a cafe, a cocktail bar, a rooftop spa, two outdoor pools, a private beach, and a gym are available during your stay.
The Driskill
You need to head back to 1886 to see the start of this hotel building. Those of you booking a suite will have separate living/dining areas. Amenities include a cafe, a bakery, an upscale restaurant, a Texas-inspired bar, daily live music, and a gym.
Alila Napa Valley
One of the newest additions to Hyatt is the Alila Napa Valley. This hotel is in downtown St. Helena on three-acres and can be a fantastic place to set up shop during your visit to wine country.
Conclusion on the Best Hyatt Hotels
Hyatt hotels are fairly easy to book because you earn points by spending on both their own and Chase credit cards. When you earn enough points for a stay, it’s helpful to know you can book suites with points. These best Hyatt hotels offer a variety of experiences all across the US.
Which Hyatt hotels do you recommend? Which hotels make your best Hyatt hotels list? Please let me know in the comments or by sending me an email on my contact page.
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