The best Hyatt Category 4 hotels to maximize your free night award certificate

One highlight of the World of Hyatt program is that it still uses award charts to determine the points you'll need to redeem for a free night. The World of Hyatt award chart for Hyatt hotels and resorts has eight categories. Award prices range from 3,500 points for an off-peak Category 1 night to 45,000 points for a peak Category 8 night.

If you want to earn a free night certificate to save money on your next hotel stay, the World of Hyatt Credit Card is currently offering new applicants the chance to earn five Category 1-4 free night certificates after spending $4,000 in the first three months from account opening.

This bonus is worth up to $1,530, based on TPG's October 2024 valuations. While you can use these five free night certificates at any Category 1-4 hotels, you'll maximize them by using the certificates during peak season stays at Category 4 hotels, which can cost up to 18,000 Hyatt points per night.

To help you maximize your rewards, we selected some of the best Hyatt Category 4 hotels for this article. A standard room at these hotels costs 12,000 points on off-peak nights, 15,000 points on standard nights and 18,000 points on peak nights. Best of all, you can use Category 1-4 certificates earned through the World of Hyatt Credit Card as Milestone Rewards and Brand Explorer awards to book these hotels.

I stayed at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort in Orlando several times almost 20 years ago. What I remember most about the resort is its Grand Cypress Golf Club, with holes designed by Jack Nicklaus. I also remember enjoying its lagoon-style pool with waterfalls, caves and even a waterslide.

The Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort has 779 rooms, including 46 suites. Rooms are 360 square feet and offer one king bed or two double beds with views toward Orlando, the pool or a lake. Meanwhile, suites start at 702 square feet. You can book standard rooms starting at 12,000 points per night, standard suites starting at 21,000 points per night and premium suites starting at 24,000 points per night.

Unfortunately, the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort charges a nightly resort fee of $49 plus taxes and fees per room. However, you can avoid this fee if you book a free night award. Plus, Hyatt Globalist members can avoid the fee when booking any eligible rate. You'll get transportation to and from Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort and Disney Springs as part of the daily resort fee. You'll also get access to a seven-hole pitch and putt course, a miniature golf course, bike rentals, a rock climbing wall and more. However, even self-parking carries an additional $36 fee per night.

The Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort offers various dining options. Guests looking for a quick, casual experience will enjoy the grab-and-go market and the On the Rocks poolside restaurant. Meanwhile, guests looking for an upscale experience can book dinner at Four Flamingos, A Richard Blais Florida Kitchen. Lakehouse Restaurant & Bar offers all-day dining, and its sub-restaurant, Lakehouse Sushi Bar, is open for dinner. Finally, you can enjoy drinks and snacks at The Lobby Bar.

Rates at the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Resort start at 12,000 points or about $339 per night, including the $55.13 resort fee.

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The Hyatt Regency Seattle is in the heart of downtown Seattle. It's within walking distance of both convention centers and just a short walk from tourist attractions such as Pike Place Market. Moreover, the hotel participates in various sustainability initiatives, including donating leftover, untouched food to a local nonprofit.

You can book 320-square-foot standard rooms starting at 12,000 points per night, 500-to-725-square-foot standard suites with a separate living area starting at 21,000 points per night and 735-square-foot (or more) premium suites starting at 24,000 points per night. One of the premium suite types even offers a private fitness space with a Peloton bike, yoga mat and arm weights. All rooms have either one king bed or two queen beds.

The Hyatt Regency Seattle is home to Seattle's two largest ballrooms, so it understandably caters to conference, wedding and convention travelers. The hotel has a 24-hour fitness center with Technogym equipment and Peloton bikes. You can bring one dog weighing 50 pounds or less if you pay the $50-per-stay pet fee.

Andare Kitchen & Bar on the lobby level offers Italian-inspired dining and bar service. If you opt for dinner at Daniel's Broiler on the hotel's second floor, you can enjoy downtown views alongside steakhouse favorites and wine. If you want something quick, check out the Market on the second floor. You can also order room service or check out the neighborhood's many restaurants outside the hotel.

This property charges a daily $25 plus tax destination fee. I don't like destination fees, but at least this one offers some tangible benefits, including a $15 daily (but non-cumulative) food and beverage credit for use at the Market, a $10 self-parking credit and postcard postage. You can avoid paying this destination fee if you book an eligible rate as a Hyatt Globalist member, redeem Hyatt points or use Category 1-4 certificates.

Rates at the Hyatt Regency Seattle start at 12,000 points or about $198 per night, including the $28.93 destination fee.

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The Andaz Mexico City Condesa opened in January 2023 with 213 rooms. It's mostly gotten rave reviews, although some guests note you can hear music in the rooms at night (so this may not be the best property for you if you're a light sleeper). The hotel's neighborhood provides ample dining options and a central location for tourists — just a short walk from Parque Mexico and various art galleries.

You can redeem 12,000 to 18,000 points per night for a 344-square-foot standard room with one king bed or two double beds overlooking Insurgentes Avenue or the hotel's internal patio. You can also redeem points for select standard and premium suites. But if you book a paid rate, you can reserve additional room types, including a city-view room or a 667-square-foot terrace suite with a large private outdoor terrace.

The 17th floor of the hotel offers a rooftop pool with great city views and the Cabuya Rooftop restaurant and bar. The hotel also offers a 24-hour fitness center, spa and beauty salon. You can get breakfast at Portico, sip caffeinated beverages at Derba Matcha Café and enjoy a drink in the dog-friendly Wooftop Beer Garden & Canine Club. If you bring your dog for your stay, you'll need to pay a fee of $100 per pet per room.

Rates at the Andaz Mexico City Condesa start at 12,000 points or about $228 per night.

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The Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile in France offers amazing views from its 34-story skyscraper, especially if you snag a room with Eiffel Tower views. Although it's northwest of the Paris core between La Defense and the Champs-Elysees, it's just a 20-minute walk to the Arc de Triomphe and a 20-minute journey by metro and foot to the Louvre.

Despite having 995 rooms and suites, finding standard room award availability at this hotel can be difficult. The rooms are small — even for Paris — but 237-square-foot rooms with Regency Club access start at 18,000 points per night. Standard 474-square-foot suites start at 21,000 points per night, and premium 753-square-foot suites start at 24,000 points per night. Award availability is often limited at this hotel, so you may need to book a paid rate to get the room type you want. If you want to ensure your group gets connecting rooms, consider booking a family room.

The Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile doesn't have too many amenities. Still, it has a 24-hour fitness center and a Regency Club on the 34th floor (for Hyatt Globalist members and those in eligible rooms). You'll likely want to eat outside the hotel for many of your meals, but you may want to visit the 34th-floor Windo Skybar for views, cocktails and tapas. If you opt to eat on-site, Mayo Restaurant offers daily breakfast and weekday lunch buffets, Mayo Cafe offers sharing platters and drinks in the afternoon and evening, and the 24-hour grab-and-go Mayo Market offers quick bites.

Rates at the Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile start at 12,000 points or about $243 per night.

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The Park Hyatt Jakarta in Indonesia opened in July 2022 with 220 rooms, including 36 suites. This Park Hyatt is a nine-minute walk from the Stasiun Gondangdia train station and within walking distance of various shopping malls and restaurants.

You can book 613-square-foot standard rooms with a king bed or two twin beds starting at 12,000 points per night. Meanwhile, you can book three standard suite types ranging from 936 to 1,367 square feet starting at 21,000 points per night. You can book premium suites starting at 24,000 points per night. The rooms and suites have Indonesian touches and excellent views, as the rooms start on the 25th floor.

While staying at the Park Hyatt Jakarta, you can enjoy the outdoor pool, a sun deck with city views and a 24-hour fitness center on the 35th floor. The hotel also offers a spa.

The Park Hyatt Jakarta offers several dining outlets. Dining Room serves Indonesian and Italian cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner on the 22nd floor, while Kita Restaurant offers Japanese cuisine for lunch and dinner on the 37th floor. On the 23rd floor, the Conservatory offers several multi-use spaces where you can work, relax or socialize while enjoying European cafe-style comfort food and light meals.

If you're looking for a drink or live music, check out The Bar on the 23rd floor or Kita Bar on the 36th floor.

Rates at the Park Hyatt Jakarta start at 12,000 points or about $236 per night.

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The Hyatt Regency Tokyo is an older property located just a short walk from Tokyo's Shinjuku station. This hotel offers 746 rooms, including 18 suites, across 17 room types. Although it doesn't offer a pool or onsen, it does have a spa and fitness center with Technogym equipment. However, the hotel is undergoing significant renovations to its guest rooms, Regency Club, gym, lobby and cafe area through June 2025 which may affect the availability of some amenities and services.

Award availability is limited during the renovations. However, you can typically book a 301-square-foot standard room with one king bed or two twin beds starting at 12,000 points per night. Standard suites start at 21,000 points per night. The Regency Club, available to Hyatt Globalist members and guests staying in club rooms and suites, offers views over Shinjuku Central Park for breakfast, tea service and evening cocktails.

You may want to eat outside the hotel for many meals while visiting Tokyo. If you prefer to eat on-site, the Hyatt Regency Tokyo offers Beijing and Shanghai cuisine for lunch and dinner at Jade Garden, Italian-inspired fares at Caffe and Japanese dishes at three different venues. You can also try fine wines and whiskeys at Eau de Vie or order room service if you want to dine in your room. Check the hotel's website for specifics on which venues are open during your stay if you visit while the property is undergoing renovation.

Rates at the Hyatt Regency Tokyo start at 12,000 points or about $253 per night.

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The Hyatt Regency Hong Kong, Tsim Sha Tsui is in the heart of Kowloon next to the Tsim Sha Tsui station. It's an easy walk from the Star Ferry and Avenue of Stars. Tourists will enjoy its excellent location, as many attractions are easily accessible by foot or public transit.

This Hyatt Regency has 381 guest rooms and suites, each offering views of Victoria Harbour or the city. The least expensive room type — and the one you can book starting at 12,000 points per night — is a 301-square-foot standard room with one king bed or two twin beds. You can also book club rooms starting at 18,000 points per night, standard suites starting at 21,000 points per night and premium suites starting at 24,000 points per night. If you're looking to book a paid rate, it may be worth shelling out a little more to guarantee a corner room or a view of Victoria Harbour.

You'll find an 82-foot outdoor heated swimming pool with views over the surrounding neighborhood at the Hyatt Regency Hong Kong, Tsim Sha Tsui. The outdoor pool deck includes a children's pool, a whirlpool and lounge chairs. Plus, you'll find a 24-hour fitness center with Technogym equipment on the 10th floor.

There's plenty of excellent dining in Hong Kong, regardless of your budget. But, if you want to eat at the Hyatt Regency, you'll find dim sum and Cantonese cuisine at The Chinese Restaurant, an international buffet at Cafe, fine dining cooked tableside at Hugo's and drinks with nightly live entertainment at Chin Chin Bar. Additionally, eligible guests can enjoy continental breakfast, all-day coffee and tea service, and evening canapes and cocktails at the Regency Club.

Rates at the Hyatt Regency Hong Kong, Tsim Sha Tsui start at 12,000 points or about $210 per night.

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