The World of Hyatt Credit Card
Chase World of Hyatt credit card (free-night awards and elite-qualifying nights)Welcome offer: up to 60,000 Hyatt points
Earn 30,000 points after $3,000 in eligible purchases in the first 3 months. In the first 6 months, the first $15,000 in categories that normally earn 1X earns a total of 2X. The resulting maximum of 30,000 points includes the usual 15,000 base points; it is not an additional 30,000-point bonus. Current holders of this card, or former holders who received a new-cardmember bonus for this card in the past 24 months, are ineligible. Allow 6–8 weeks after qualification; the account must be open and not in default. Rewards may be reclaimed if the account has been open for less than 6 months. Balance transfers, cash equivalents, gambling, checks, interest, fees and unauthorized transactions do not qualify. Public offers may change; no common end date was published.
12-MONTH WELCOME OFFER HISTORY
Past-year welcome offer history and recorded ranges
Standard offer (up to 60k points / initial $3,000 spending requirement)
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View past-year welcome offer details (including free nights)6 records
Decision considerations
The source records two notable 42-day promotions over 365 days: up to 5 Cat 1–4 free-night awards in months 1–2, valued up to $1,250 as a historical peak, and up to 75,000 points in months 7–8. Its latest recorded baseline is 60,000 points, valued at $900. The source suggests considering the card for upcoming substantial travel or elite qualification, or waiting for a possible future free-night promotion, which is not guaranteed.
| Period | Welcome offer | Spending requirement | Status and notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025/09/16–2026/01/14 | Up to 60,000 Hyatt points (30k + 30k from doubled rewards) | $3,000 in the first 3 months | Standard offer: spend $3,000 in the first 3 months to earn 30,000 points; earn up to another 30,000 points with 2X general-purchase rewards in the first 6 months. The source records an autumn addition of doubled qualifying-night credits. |
| 2026/01/15–2026/02/26 | Up to 5 Cat 1–4 free-night awards (historical peak promotion)+5 FN | $5,000 in the first 3 months | Winter limited-time offer lasting 42 days: spend $5,000 in the first 3 months to earn 3 nights; reach $15,000 cumulative spending in the first 6 months to earn another 2 nights, up to 5 Cat 1-4 free-night awards, valued up to $1,250. |
| 2026/02/27–2026/07/08 | Up to 60,000 Hyatt points | $3,000 in the first 3 months | Return to the standard offer: spend $3,000 in the first 3 months to earn 30k points; additional 1X rewards on general purchases are capped at 30k points. |
| 2026/07/09–2026/08/20 | Up to 75,000 Hyatt points (summer limited-time offer) | $5,000 in the first 3 months | Summer limited-time promotion lasting 42 days: spend $5,000 in the first 3 months for an increased base reward of 45,000 points, 15k more than standard. Combined with accelerated 2X purchase rewards, earn up to 75,000 points, valued at $1,125. |
| 2026/08/21–2026/08/31 | Up to 60,000 Hyatt points | $3,000 in the first 3 months | Standard offer: spend $3,000 in the first 3 months to earn 30,000 points; general purchases at 2X in the first 6 months can earn up to another 30,000 points. |
| 2026/09/01–present (browsing as of )Original record: 2026/09/01–2026/09/16 (check date)Current record | Up to 60,000 Hyatt points (30k + 30k from doubled rewards) | $3,000 in the first 3 months | Source-recorded public standard offer: spend $3,000 in the first 3 months to earn 30,000 points; general 1X categories earn 2X in the first 6 months for up to another 30,000 points, with an estimated value of approximately $900. |
Card features and benefits
- Annual Free Night Award (Category 1-4)With the primary card account open and not in default, receive one Category 1–4 standard-room one-night certificate at each anniversary starting 12 months after account opening; allow up to 10 weeks for posting. A separate certificate is earned after $15,000 in eligible net purchases each calendar year; allow up to 8 weeks for posting. Checkout must occur within 12 months of issuance for either certificate. Other categories, Miraval, Zilara, Ziva and packages are excluded; reservations and availability are required. Designated resort/destination/facility fees may be waived, except at Residence Club; other service charges are extra. Authorized users do not receive separate certificates. Balance transfers, cash equivalents, gambling, checks, interest, fees and unauthorized transactions do not count toward the spending threshold.
- Automatic Discoverist Status & 5 Elite NightsHolding the card automatically provides World of Hyatt Discoverist status and 5 qualifying-night credits each year.
- Fast Track to Higher Status (2 Elite Nights per $5K)Each $5,000 in spending earns 2 additional qualifying-night credits without a stated cap, helping progress toward World of Hyatt Globalist status.
- 4X Card Points on Qualifying Hyatt PurchasesEarn 4 points per $1 on eligible card purchases at participating Hyatt hotels/resorts and select Hyatt Experiences. This is the credit-card portion only; membership points are separate. Excludes shops/restaurants not operated by the hotel, nonparticipating properties, Homes & Hideaways, Vacation Club loans and Unlimited Vacation Club. Mr & Mrs Smith requires full prepayment through an eligible Hyatt channel or compliance with its designated property-spending rules. Rewards are based on eligible net purchases, with refunds deducted. Balance transfers, cash advances/cash equivalents, gambling, account checks, interest, fees and unauthorized transactions do not qualify. Merchant classification requirements apply.
- 2X Points on Dining, Flights & Transit/GymsEarn 2X at restaurants, not added to the hotel 4X rate; 2X on tickets purchased directly from airlines; 2X on local transit/commuting; and 2X on fitness-club/gym memberships. Other purchases earn 1X; this does not provide a general gas-station bonus rate. Rewards are based on eligible net purchases, with refunds deducted. Balance transfers, cash advances/cash equivalents, gambling, account checks, interest, fees and unauthorized transactions do not qualify. Merchant classification requirements apply.
Protections and partner benefits
- No Foreign Transaction FeesThe card has no foreign transaction fee. The source recommends it for international travel or purchases on websites charging in currencies other than U.S. dollars.
- DashPass Membership & $10 Quarterly PromoReceive free DoorDash/Caviar DashPass membership when activated before 12/31/27, plus up to $10 each quarter for a nonrestaurant order.
- Trip Cancellation and Interruption InsuranceTrip cancellation and interruption coverage is up to $5,000 per traveler and $10,000 per trip for prepaid, nonrefundable airfare and hotel costs.
- Trip Delay & Baggage InsuranceTrip delays exceeding 12 hours or requiring an overnight stay receive up to $500 for meals and lodging. Baggage delays exceeding 6 hours receive $100 per day for up to 5 days. Lost baggage coverage is up to $3,000.
- Secondary Auto Rental Collision Damage WaiverSecondary rental collision coverage covers vehicle theft and collision damage. The source states it can be primary for rentals outside the United States.
- Purchase Protection & Extended WarrantyPurchase protection covers accidental damage or theft within 120 days, up to $500 per item. Extended warranty adds one year to original manufacturer warranties of 3 years or less.