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Why I just redeemed 402,000 points for Hyatt stays — and which hotels I spent them on
Clint Henderson is a managing editor at TPG who has worked in the journalism industry for more than 25 years. He is obsessed with travel and has used points and miles to explore the world.
April 21, 2026 • 8 min read
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Quick summary
World of Hyatt is introducing a new five-tier award chart in May, replacing the current three-tier system and making award pricing more dynamic.
Some top hotels could see award night costs rise by over 50%, prompting many travelers to book aspirational stays before the changes take effect.
The article details several high-value bookings at luxury hotels worldwide, with examples of point redemptions yielding significant value compared to cash rates.
Points were accumulated through a mix of hotel stays, purchases, and transfers from major loyalty program partners.
What to consider
Award rates at select properties may increase substantially, with some hotels potentially requiring up to 75,000 points per night or more during peak dates.
Transferring points from partner programs to World of Hyatt is possible at a 1:1 ratio, and transfers are typically instant if accounts are linked.
TPG's April 2026 valuations estimate World of Hyatt points at 1.7 cents each, though some redemptions can yield higher value.
What you'll miss from the article
A detailed breakdown of specific hotels, redemption strategies and how to maximize point value before the new award chart takes effect.
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World of Hyatt is about to launch a newly complex award chart that will make the cost of some of our favorite hotels substantially higher in some cases, so big fans of the program (like myself) have been getting busy booking aspirational properties ahead of the changes.
I've blown through a whopping 402,000 World of Hyatt points in the past six months alone!
As we first reported back in February, the award chart is introducing a new five-tier award night redemption system (with Lowest, Low, Moderate, Upper and Top tiers replacing the existing three-tier system).
That means World of Hyatt pricing will be even more dynamic, and some properties could require over 50% more points for award nights.
Here's what I've booked ahead of the changes — and how I accumulated so many points.
The Park Hyatt Tokyo was my first major luxury hotel booking way back in 2016, when I first got really heavily into the world of points and miles. The hotel just went through a major overhaul, and my colleague Tanner Saunders got to take a close look at this iconic hotel where the movie "Lost in Translation" was filmed. I'm likewise eager to check it out for myself.
Because this Category 8 hotel could soon cost as many as 75,000 points per night, I locked in two nights now for 80,000 points total. Cash rates for my dates start at $1,804. That means I got 2.6 cents per Hyatt point in value, according to TPG's April 2026 valuations, in which we value World of Hyatt points at 1.7 cents each.
Alila Villas Uluwatu in Indonesia
Alila Villas Uluwatu suite. GABRIEL ULUNG WICAKSONO/PARK HYATT
The Alila Villas Uluwatu in Indonesia is on TPG's list of best Hyatt properties — and for good reason. This all-villa resort will be my first-ever Alila stay and first time in the Bali region. I cannot wait to see the infinity pool with views of the Indian Ocean.
I booked two nights at this Category 8 property for just 40,000 World of Hyatt points per night. The cash rate for my visit is $1,635, giving me a value of more than 2 cents a point. After the new award chart changes take effect, this property will be as high as 75,000 points per night.
Park Hyatt Toronto
Park Hyatt Toronto. CHRIS DONG/THE POINTS GUY
For an upcoming trip to Canada, I booked one night at the Park Hyatt Toronto. As you might be able to tell, I'm a huge fan of the Park Hyatt brand, and it's surprising I haven't yet had the chance to experience this one in bustling Toronto.
I booked this Category 6 property for just 25,000 World of Hyatt points. That's getting me 2.4 cents per point in value since the room rate for my chosen date is more than $611. Once the program changes are live, this property could require as many as 55,000 points per night.
Schloss Roxburghe in Scotland
Schloss Roxburghe. HYATT
A stay in a castle in Scotland also sounds really fantastic to me. When I noticed I could book it for just 12,000 World of Hyatt points, the idea got even better. Schloss Roxburghe, a Destination by Hyatt hotel, is a historic estate set in the Scottish countryside within driving distance of both Edinburgh and Glasgow. So far, I've just booked one night, but I'd like to stay at least two more nights.
Right now, I'm getting 2.16 cents per point in value for my stay at this Category 4 hotel, so this is one of my least lucrative redemptions. I'm debating whether to pay cash or points for the final two nights, as the award rate works out to 18,000 points per night. With cash, I'd spend between $366 and $388 per night. I'll need to decide soon, as the award rate will jump to as many as 25,000 points per night after the upcoming program changes go live.
Over the years, I've heard great things about the Hyatt Paris Madeleine. It's in a fun Paris neighborhood that's a bit outside the main tourist areas I've stayed in before, and it looks cute.
Better yet, I was able to use points to score a reservation for New Year's Eve, when cash rates are a whopping $888 a night. I booked two nights at this Category 7 hotel for just 65,000 points. That's a value of nearly 3 cents a point. When the program changes take effect, nightly rates could climb to as high as 55,000 points per night ... a 57% increase.
Park Hyatt Paris-Vendome
Park Hyatt Paris-Vendome suite. CLINT HENDERSON/THE POINTS GUY
I've stayed at the amazing Park Hyatt Paris-Vendome (a Category 8 property) several times now. I was even upgraded to a suite a few years ago as a World of Hyatt Globalist member. It's one of my favorite hotels in the world, but prices could climb to 75,000 points per night under the new program.
I booked two nights for just 70,000 points during my most recent trip. During peak summer dates, that room would have cost $2,900, giving me a value of 4.1 cents per point. That same booking could require up to 150,000 World of Hyatt points during peak dates in the near future. Ouch.
Hotel du Louvre in Paris
Hotel du Louvre. ANDREA ROTONDO/THE POINTS GUY
Another hotel that's been high on my Hyatt must-visit list is the Hotel du Louvre. This hotel opened in the late 1800s and has a prime position on Rue de Rivoli in the heart of Paris.
I booked two nights at this Category 7 hotel for just 70,000 World of Hyatt points. Cash rates for peak summer dates currently hover around $1,470, giving me a value of around 2.1 cents per point. Award rates could reach 55,000 points per night once the program changes take effect.
How did I earn all those World of Hyatt points?
I have earned a healthy balance of World of Hyatt points over the years through both stays and making purchases with my World of Hyatt Credit Card (see ) and World of Hyatt Business Credit Card (see ). Unfortunately, I also spend my points pretty quickly.
To make these bookings now, I combined the roughly 160,000 World of Hyatt points I had burning a hole in my pocket with points transferred over from Hyatt transfer partners.
Essentially, I have now drained both my Chase Ultimate Rewards and Bilt accounts in order to make all these prospective bookings.
Chase Ultimate Rewards points transfer to World of Hyatt at a 1:1 ratio. I transferred my substantial balance of Chase points from three different Ultimate Rewards accounts, adding 110,000 points to my World of Hyatt account. They showed up instantly, thanks to my accounts having already been linked.
As for Bilt, if you're earning points on rent (and more), you can transfer Bilt Points to Hyatt at a 1:1 ratio. I had managed to accumulate 130,000 Bilt points, partly by signing up for the new Bilt Palladium Card (see ). Those points also transferred instantly. New cardholders can earn 50,000 bonus points and Gold status after spending $4,000 on everyday purchases in the first 90 days from account opening. You'll also receive $300 in Bilt Cash upon account opening (up to $100 of Bilt Cash earned rolls over to the next year).
Park Hyatt Marrakech. CLINT HENDERSON/THE POINTS GUY
There is still a lot to love about World of Hyatt, but there's no question that the changes coming this May will result in a pretty big devaluation for some of our favorite properties.
Still, I'm so happy that Hyatt is keeping some kind of award chart and that all the perks of being a Globalist member will have me staying loyal.
That said, I'm locking in some aspirational bookings now before the changes go into effect. I only regret not having even more Hyatt points to spend before the redemption rates change.
