The Complete Guide to Hyatt All-Inclusive Properties

Points and miles are a great way to save a lot of money when you travel, but airfare and accommodations aren’t the only costs you’ll face. You still have to pay for food, drinks and activities.

These costs can really add up, especially if you’re traveling to a resort destination, where breakfast may cost $40 or more for some pancakes and eggs. For families, it’s even worse! You might find yourself spending a few hundred dollars per day just to eat breakfast.

This is exactly why all-inclusive resorts have become so appealing — they bundle food, drinks and activities into one predictable price, eliminating those painful bills at the end of your vacation.

While there aren’t many loyalty programs that let you book all-inclusives with points at solid rates, Hyatt offers an impressive array of options, making it one of the best choices for travelers looking to redeem points for all-inclusive stays.

Hyatt’s All-Inclusive Portfolio

Hyatt’s all-inclusive collection now includes numerous brands beyond the original Hyatt Ziva and Hyatt Zilara properties. With the addition of brands like Secrets, Dreams and Zoëtry through the Apple Leisure Group acquisition, Hyatt now offers one of the most comprehensive all-inclusive portfolios in the hotel industry.

Hyatt All-Inclusives

Hyatt now has several all-inclusive brands under its umbrella. Each brand has its own unique features and target audience:

• Hyatt Ziva: A family-friendly line of resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean
• Hyatt Zilara: Adults-only resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean
• Secrets: Adults-only luxury resorts with a romantic atmosphere
• Dreams: Family-friendly resorts with amenities for all ages
• Breathless: Adults-only resorts with a lively, social atmosphere
• Zoëtry: Boutique luxury wellness resorts
• Sunscape: Family-friendly resorts with more budget-friendly pricing
• Impression: Ultra-luxury boutique properties (a sub-brand of Secrets)
• Alua: European focused all-inclusive resorts

Resort Fees

One of the most frustrating aspects of booking hotels is discovering those hidden resort fees that suddenly appear at checkout. These fees, supposedly for amenities like gym access or pool use, can add $30-50 per night to your bill.

Here’s another place where Hyatt shines: when you book with World of Hyatt points, they do NOT charge resort fees on award stays. Your points cover everything, with no extra charges at checkout. This makes a Hyatt award night truly free, unlike some other hotel programs that still charge resort fees even on award bookings.

All-Inclusive Award Chart

Unlike Hyatt’s standard hotel chart (which groups hotels in categories ranging from one to eight), the all-inclusives are grouped in categories ranging from A to F, with points requirements as follows:

These rates are for standard rooms with single or double occupancy. For additional guests beyond two adults, you’ll need to use additional points per person, per Hyatt’s all-inclusive award chart.

Notable Hyatt All-Inclusive Properties

Let’s take a look at some of the best all-inclusive options across Hyatt’s portfolio:

Hyatt Ziva Properties

Hyatt Ziva Cancun – Category F

Location: Cancun, Mexico
Points: 50,000 points per night (standard rate)

The Hyatt Ziva Cancun is situated on a pristine peninsula with spectacular ocean views on three sides. The resort features 17 bars and restaurants, a microbrewery and numerous pools, including an adults-only rooftop pool. The resort recently renovated its Club Tower, which offers upgraded amenities for those booking club-level rooms.

For families, there’s a kids’ club with supervised activities, and adults can enjoy the spa or take advantage of included water sports. The adults-only Turquoize section offers a retreat within the family-friendly resort for couples.

Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos – Category E

Location: San Jose del Cabo, Mexico
Points: 40,000 points per night (standard rate)

Set on a beautiful beach with stunning views of the Sea of Cortez, this resort offers spacious rooms and suites with private balconies. The resort features multiple pools, including a large main pool with swim-up bar and a dedicated kids’ pool with water slides.

Seven restaurants serve a variety of cuisines, from traditional Mexican to Italian and Japanese. Guests particularly rave about the poolside bars, which serve up delicious fish tacos and ceviche with service that is both friendly and fast.

Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana – Category F

Location: Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Points: 50,000 points per night (standard rate)

One of Hyatt’s newest and most luxurious Ziva properties, the Hyatt Ziva Cap Cana shares facilities with its adults-only sister property, Hyatt Zilara Cap Cana. The resort features a water park, incredible pools and a pristine beach. The property is modern and beautifully designed, with spacious rooms and excellent dining options.

Hyatt Zilara Properties

Hyatt Zilara Rose Hall – Category E

Location: Montego Bay, Jamaica
Points: 40,000 points per night (standard rate)

This adults-only resort offers a luxurious escape on the shores of Montego Bay. The property features a three-level pool, attentive service and plenty of dining options. Guest rooms and suites offer airy, light environs perfect for a seaside vacation — the swim-up suites are particularly popular.

The Grand Butler Suite with personalized butler service is an ideal splurge for those looking for particularly attentive care. The resort also shares some facilities with the adjacent Hyatt Ziva Rose Hall, giving guests access to even more dining options.

Hyatt Zilara Cancun – Category E

Location: Cancun, Mexico
Points: 40,000 points per night (standard rate)

Set in Cancun’s popular Hotel Zone, this adults-only resort offers a sophisticated escape with ocean views from every suite. The resort features a spectacular infinity pool overlooking the Caribbean Sea and a variety of dining options ranging from casual beachside fare to elegant fine dining.

The property continues to receive excellent reviews for its service, dining options and overall luxury experience. All rooms feature balconies with hot tubs, and some swim-out suites offer direct pool access.

Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya – Category C

Location: Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Points: 25,000 points per night (standard rate)

One of Hyatt’s newer Zilara properties, this adults-only resort opened in 2022 and offers a more intimate experience than some of the larger Zilara properties. The resort features a beautiful beach, multiple pools and several dining options. The lower category level makes this an excellent value for Hyatt points.

Secrets Properties

Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya – Category D

Location: Riviera Maya, Mexico
Points: 30,000 points per night (standard rate)

Located on one of the best beaches in the Riviera Maya, this adults-only resort offers a sophisticated experience with excellent service. The resort features multiple swimming pools, a full-service spa and numerous dining options. The beach at Akumal is known for its sea turtles, making it a great spot for snorkeling.

Secrets Moxché Playa del Carmen – Category E

Location: Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Points: 40,000 points per night (standard rate)

One of the newer Secrets properties, Moxché offers a luxurious experience with natural décor and impressive oceanfront views. The resort features unique swimming options, including a lagoon pool with a sandy beach and cenote-style pools. Restaurants serve a range of cuisine — from seafood to Asian fusion — and the property is just a short drive from downtown Playa del Carmen.

Dreams Properties

Dreams Natura Resort & Spa – Category C

Location: Riviera Maya, Mexico
Points: 25,000 points per night (standard rate)

This family-friendly resort features a water park with slides and a lazy river, making it a hit for families with children. The property offers spacious rooms and suites, multiple pools and a variety of dining options. The resort also has a cenote-inspired spa for adults looking to relax.

Dreams Dominicus La Romana – Category B

Location: La Romana, Dominican Republic
Points: 20,000 points per night (standard rate)

Set on a beautiful beach in La Romana, this resort offers excellent value for your points. The property features multiple swimming pools, a kids club and numerous dining options. The palm-studded beach offers plenty of loungers and palapas for relaxation.

Zoëtry Properties

Zoëtry Agua Punta Cana – Category E

Location: Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Points: 40,000 points per night (standard rate)

This boutique luxury resort offers a more intimate experience than many all-inclusives, with a focus on wellness and relaxation. The property features thatched-roof buildings and a gorgeous beach. The resort’s Endless Privileges® concept includes gourmet dining, premium drinks and additional amenities, like a complimentary 20-minute massage.

Zoëtry Marigot Bay St. Lucia – Category E

Location: St. Lucia
Points: 40,000 points per night (standard rate)

Set on Marigot Bay, often described as one of the most beautiful bays in the Caribbean, this resort offers a unique setting surrounded by lush hills. The property features luxurious accommodations, personalized service and gourmet dining. The resort’s location makes it a great base for exploring St. Lucia.

Impression Properties

Impression by Secrets Moxché – Category F

Location: Playa del Carmen, Mexico
Points: 50,000 points per night (standard rate)

This ultra-luxury boutique property is a resort-within-a-resort at Secrets Moxché. It offers exclusive amenities, including private check-in, butler service and access to additional pools and restaurants not available to regular Secrets guests. If you’re looking for the ultimate luxury experience near Playa del Carmen, this is it.

Breathless Properties

Breathless Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa – Category C

Location: Riviera Maya, Mexico
Points: 25,000 points per night (standard rate)

Breathless Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa is an adults-only resort designed for travelers who enjoy a lively and social atmosphere. The resort features different zones, including the Xhale Club, multiple pools and various dining options. It’s a popular choice for groups of friends seeking a fun getaway.

Sunscape Properties

Sunscape Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa – Category A

Location: Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Points: 15,000 points per night (standard rate)

Offering one of the lowest redemption prices in Hyatt’s all-inclusive portfolio, Sunscape resorts provide family-friendly accommodations at more budget-friendly point levels. This Puerto Vallarta property features activities for all ages, multiple pools and a beautiful beach. While not as luxurious as some of the higher-category properties, it offers excellent value for your points.

European All-Inclusive Options

While most of Hyatt’s all-inclusive properties are in Mexico and the Caribbean, they also have options in Europe, primarily through the Alua brand, and primarily in Spain. A much smaller number of properties exist in Greece and Bulgaria, as well.

Alua Illa de Menorca – Category B

Location: Menorca, Spain
Points: 20,000 points per night (standard rate)

This beachfront property in the Balearic Islands offers a relaxed atmosphere with beautiful views of the Mediterranean. The resort features multiple pools, dining options and activities for all ages. It’s a great way to experience a European all-inclusive at a reasonable points rate.

Alua Atlantico Golf – Category A

Location: Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain
Points: 15,000 points per night (standard rate)

Set on the stunning island of Tenerife, this resort offers incredible value. The property features spacious accommodations, multiple pools and easy access to local golf courses. With year-round sunshine in the Canary Islands, this is a perfect escape for European travelers or those looking to explore a different side of Spain.

How to Earn World of Hyatt Points

If you’re interested in booking these all-inclusive properties, you’ll need to earn World of Hyatt points. Here are some of the best ways to do so:

The World of Hyatt Credit Card

The World of Hyatt Credit Card frequently offers attractive welcome bonuses that can range from 30,000 to 60,000 bonus points when you meet minimum spending requirements and comes with an annual free night certificate valid at Category 1-4 Hyatt properties (which unfortunately doesn’t include the all-inclusives on this list.)

The card earns:

• 4X points at Hyatt properties
• 2X points on dining
• 2X points on airline tickets purchased directly with the airline
• 2X points on local transit and commuting
• 2X points on fitness club and gym memberships
• 1X points on all other purchases

Chase Ultimate Rewards Transfers

If you’re under 5/24, you should look into Chase Ultimate Rewards credit cards, such as the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card, which allows you to transfer Chase points to Hyatt at a 1:1 ratio.

Chase regularly offers generous welcome bonuses that can range from 60,000 to 100,000+ points after you meet the minimum spending requirements. These bonuses can provide enough points for multiple nights at Hyatt’s all-inclusive properties.

Brand Explorer Benefit

An added benefit of Hyatt’s diverse all-inclusive portfolio is that each brand counts separately for Hyatt’s Brand Explorer benefit. This program rewards you with a free night certificate (Category 1-4) after staying at five different Hyatt brands — though this certificate would not be valid for redemption at any of the hotels on this list.

With the addition of the all-inclusive brands (Ziva, Zilara, Secrets, Dreams, Zoëtry, Breathless, Sunscape, Impression and Alua), there are now more opportunities than ever to earn free night certificates through this program.

Final Thoughts

The points requirements for many Hyatt all-inclusive properties have increased over the years, but they still offer exceptional value when you factor in what’s included. When you consider that a family of four might spend $400-600 per day on food and drinks alone at a regular resort, suddenly those point redemptions start looking incredibly attractive.

Each brand in Hyatt’s all-inclusive portfolio serves a different type of traveler:

• For families: Hyatt Ziva, Dreams and Sunscape provide kid-friendly amenities, children’s clubs and activities for all ages
• For couples: Hyatt Zilara and Secrets create adults-only environments perfect for romantic getaways
• For wellness seekers: Zoëtry’s boutique properties focus on holistic wellness and relaxation
• For social travelers: Breathless resorts offer a lively atmosphere with parties and entertainment
• For luxury travelers: Impression properties deliver exclusive, high-end experiences

The ease of earning Hyatt points through both the World of Hyatt credit card and by transferring from Chase Ultimate Rewards makes these redemptions accessible for many travelers. Add in the fact that you’ll never pay resort fees on award stays, and it’s clear why Hyatt’s all-inclusive properties continue to be among the most sought-after redemptions in the points and miles world.