# 159. The Hyatt Award Chart Overhaul: Points Strategy Shifts with The Points and Miles Doc

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Podcast: [Point Me To First Class](https://stenobird.com/podcast/point-me-to-first-class-6237146)
Published: 2026-03-16T08:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://pointmetofirstclass.com/hyatt-award-chart-changes-2026
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## Resource

Over the past decade, Hyatt has had one of the most beloved hotel loyalty programs in the points world—and a big reason for that has been its simple, predictable award chart that made it possible to get incredible value from Hyatt points. That's (potentially) about to change as Hyatt recently announced a major overhaul to its award chart structure that will introduce dozens of new pricing levels and dramatically shift how award nights are priced at properties around the world. In this episode, I'm joined by Kelly, the Points and Miles Doc, to dig into what Hyatt announced, what these changes mean in practice for people who use Hyatt points, and whether this fundamentally shifts the value of Hyatt points going forward. We talk about the mechanics of the new evolved award chart, the potential impact on different types of travelers, why Hyatt made this change now, how it compares to what could have happened, and what strategy adjustments—if any—points users should consider making in response to these changes. If you've been following this announcement or you use Hyatt points for hotel stays, this episode walks through the details you need to understand what's shifting, what's staying the same, and how to position yourself for these changes. Get full show notes and transcript: https://pointmetofirstclass.com/hyatt-award-chart-changes-2026 Want to shape the show? Take the Point Me To First Class listener survey and share what you love and want more of! Eager to learn the secrets of award travel so that you can turn your expenses into unforgettable experiences? Join the Points Made Easy course waitlist here: https://pointmetofirstclass.com/pointsmadeeasy

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