Hotel Program
World of Hyatt Guide
Hyatt's loyalty program known for the highest per-point value of any hotel program and strong Globalist suite upgrade benefits.
Overview
Program
Hyatt
Alliance
None
Currency
points
Avg Value
1.7¢ per point
How to Earn
5 base points per $1 at most Hyatt hotels, 2.5 pts/$1 at Hyatt Studios. Co-branded card adds 4 bonus pts/$1 at Hyatt
Travelers seeking the highest per-point value on hotel redemptions and suite upgrades.
Elite Status Tiers
Discoverist
10 qualifying nights or 25,000 Base Points
Explorist
30 qualifying nights or 50,000 Base Points
Globalist
60 qualifying nights or 100,000 Base Points
Redemption Sweet Spots
Economy
1.5–1.7¢
Business
2–2.2¢
First
2–2.2¢
Highest per-point value of any hotel program; excellent for premium properties
Expiration Policy
Points expire after 24 months of inactivity. Credit card holders are exempt
Transfer Partners
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I earn points with World of Hyatt?
World of Hyatt offers 5 base points per $1 at most Hyatt hotels, 2.5 pts/$1 at Hyatt Studios. Co-branded card adds 4 bonus pts/$1 at Hyatt. You can also earn through co-branded credit cards, shopping portals, dining programs, and partner purchases. Transfer partners include: Chase Ultimate Rewards (incoming).
Do World of Hyatt points expire?
Points expire after 24 months of inactivity. Credit card holders are exempt
What are the World of Hyatt elite tiers?
World of Hyatt has 3 elite tiers: Discoverist (10 qualifying nights or 25,000 Base Points), Explorist (30 qualifying nights or 50,000 Base Points), Globalist (60 qualifying nights or 100,000 Base Points).
Is World of Hyatt worth it?
World of Hyatt is best for travelers seeking the highest per-point value on hotel redemptions and suite upgrades. Hyatt's loyalty program known for the highest per-point value of any hotel program and strong Globalist suite upgrade benefits.