Improved Welcome Bonuses for Hyatt Credit Cards

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World of Hyatt is one of the most popular hotel loyalty programs, and for good reason. Hyatt points are much more valuable than some of its rivals like Hilton or Marriott. And now it is easier to earn a large amount of points thanks to improved offers on two credit cards, one personal and the other for small businesses.

The World of Hyatt Credit Card and the World of Hyatt Business Credit Card both have limited time offers for new cardmembers, available January 18, 2024 – March 6, 2024. You can find more information below and learn how to apply.

World of Hyatt Credit Card

With the World of Hyatt Credit Card you can earn a welcome bonus of up to 65,000 World of Hyatt Points. Here’s how this offer works:

  • Earn 35,000 Bonus Points after spending $3,000 within the first three months from account opening.
  • Plus earn up to 30,000 more Bonus Points by earning 2 Bonus Points total per $1 spent on purchases that normally earn 1 Bonus Point for the first 6 months from account opening or up to $15,000.

LEARN HOW TO APPLY

The World of Hyatt Consumer Credit Card is designed to reward travelers for living well and making everyday purchases using the card. From working out to catching a bite to getting around town or traveling, the World of Hyatt Credit Card lets you earn extra points on the things you do. That means more free nights, higher elite status, special perks and more at Hyatt destinations around the globe. This card comes with a $95 annual fee.

Some of the benefits of the World of Hyatt Credit Card include:

  • 2 Bonus Points per $1 spent at restaurants, on airline tickets purchased directly from the airline, local transit and commuting as well as fitness club and gym memberships.
  • One free night at any Category 1–4 Hyatt hotel or resort every year after your cardmember anniversary.
  • Another extra free night at any Category 1–4 Hyatt hotel or resort if you spend $15,000 in a calendar year.
  • World of Hyatt Discoverist status for as long as you keep your card active.
  • 5 qualifying night credits towards your next tier status every year, and 2 additional qualifying night credits every time you spend $5,000 on your card.

World of Hyatt Business Credit Card

With the World of Hyatt Business Credit Card you can earn a welcome bonus of up to 75,000 World of Hyatt Points. Here’s how this offer works:

  • Earn 60,000 Bonus Points after spending $5,000 within the first three months from account opening
  • Plus earn another 15,000 Bonus Points after spending $12,000 in the first six months from account opening.

LEARN HOW TO APPLY

The World of Hyatt Business Card is designed to reward business owners for how they do business. The business card comes with a unique adaptive accelerator benefit that allows cardmembers to earn 2 Bonus Points per $1 spent for their top three of eight eligible spend categories each calendar quarter through Dec. 31, 2024. And best of all, there is no cap. The business card also comes with automatic Discoverist status and the ability to earn higher status and free night awards. It’s also worth noting that even with it being a business credit card, all purchases will count toward the welcome bonus. This card comes with a $199 annual fee.

Some of the benefits of the World of Hyatt Business Credit Card include:

  • 2 Bonus Points per $1 spent on your top three of eight spend categories each calendar quarter through Dec. 31, 2024. It will be the top two of eight spend categories in 2025 and beyond. There is no cap on the Bonus Points you can earn.
    • Spend categories include dining; airline tickets purchased directly with the airline; car rental agencies; local transit and commuting; gas stations; internet, cable and phone services; social media and search engine advertising; and shipping.
  • 4x points on stays at Hyatt hotels and resorts, including participating restaurants and spas.
  • 5 Tier-qualifying night credits with each $10,000 in spend on the card in a calendar year.
  • Receive $100 in Hyatt credit each anniversary year: Spend $50 or more at any Hyatt property and earn $50 in statement credits, two times each anniversary year.

Notes:

  • These cards falls under Chase 5/24, which means that you are not eligible for these offers if you have 5 or more new cards in the last 24 months.
  • The business card will not count toward your Chase 5/24 status, even though you need to be under 5/24 in order to apply. So this can be a better option for some.

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