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As of March 24, 2026, more than 20 Bahia Principe all-inclusive resorts across the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Jamaica, and Spain joined World of Hyatt. That means you can now earn Hyatt points on your stay, redeem points for a free room, and build toward elite status and Milestone Rewards — all at properties that used to be completely outside the Hyatt ecosystem. Here’s exactly how it works.
What Changed, and Why It Matters
Bahia Principe is now the ninth brand in Hyatt’s Inclusive Collection — the same all-inclusive category as Hyatt Ziva, Hyatt Zilara, Zoetry, Secrets, Dreams, and Breathless. The integration adds roughly 12,000 rooms across more than 20 resorts, all bookable and earning World of Hyatt points starting immediately.
Alongside joining Hyatt, Bahia Principe also refreshed its brand into two sub-brands: Bahia Principe Escape (adults-only properties focused on wellness and premium dining) and Bahia Principe Explore (family and group-oriented resorts). Both fall under the same World of Hyatt earning and redemption rules.
How You Earn Points at Bahia Principe
- 5 base points per $1 spent on eligible room rates — the standard World of Hyatt Inclusive Collection rate.
- +4 points per $1 (9 points per $1 total) if you pay with the World of Hyatt Credit Card or World of Hyatt Business Credit Card.
- Every qualifying stay also earns credit toward Milestone Rewards and elite tier qualification, the same as a stay at any other Hyatt-branded hotel.
- A stay at Bahia Principe also counts toward the Brand Explorer Award — stay at five different Hyatt brands and earn a free night.
Through May 30, 2026, Hyatt is also running a registration-based double points promotion on qualifying Bahia Principe stays completed between April 1 and June 30, 2026 — worth registering for before booking if your trip falls in that window.
Redeeming Points for a Bahia Principe Stay
Award nights at Bahia Principe start around 12,000 points per night during off-peak pricing at entry-level properties like Bahia Principe Explore La Romana — in line with other Inclusive Collection resorts, though pricing follows Hyatt’s dynamic, five-tier award chart and will run considerably higher during peak season or at larger resorts. Because these are all-inclusive properties, an award night typically covers the room plus meals and drinks bundled into the resort’s all-inclusive rate — the same value proposition as booking a Hyatt Ziva or Secrets property with points.
Hyatt hasn’t published a full points chart specific to Bahia Principe at the time of writing, and it hasn’t confirmed whether Free Night Certificates are redeemable there — worth confirming directly before counting on a certificate for one of these resorts.
Elite Status Benefits at Bahia Principe
World of Hyatt elite members get on-property benefits at Bahia Principe “where available,” per Hyatt’s announcement — the same qualified language Hyatt uses for other Inclusive Collection resorts, where perks can be more limited than at a standard city hotel. In practice, expect elite recognition and possible room upgrades or amenities to vary by property rather than following the same fixed benefit list Discoverist, Explorist, and Globalist members get elsewhere. Confirm specific perks with the resort directly when booking.
Where the Resorts Are
The 20+ newly integrated resorts are concentrated in four destinations:
- Dominican Republic — including properties in Punta Cana, La Romana, and Samana
- Mexico — Riviera Maya and Yucatan peninsula properties
- Jamaica — including Bahia Principe Grand Jamaica
- Spain — properties in Mallorca and Tenerife
That geographic spread fills a real gap in Hyatt’s all-inclusive footprint, particularly in the Dominican Republic and Spain, where Hyatt previously had a thinner Inclusive Collection presence than in Mexico or Jamaica.
Is This a Good Deal for World of Hyatt Members?
For members who already hold World of Hyatt points and were considering an all-inclusive trip anyway, this is a clear win — more redemption options in destinations Hyatt didn’t previously cover well, plus a limited-time double points offer to sweeten early stays. It’s less compelling if you’re starting from zero: the 5x/9x earning rate and roughly 12,000-point-and-up award pricing put Bahia Principe in the same value range as Hyatt’s existing all-inclusive brands, not a standout deal on its own. If you’re deciding whether to transfer points into Hyatt specifically for a Bahia Principe stay, compare the points cost against paying cash for the all-inclusive rate first — see our guide to what Hyatt points are worth for the math.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I earn World of Hyatt points at Bahia Principe resorts?
Yes. As of March 24, 2026, more than 20 Bahia Principe resorts joined World of Hyatt. Members earn 5 base points per $1 spent, or 9 points per $1 with the World of Hyatt Credit Card.
How many points does a free night at Bahia Principe cost?
Award nights start around 12,000 points at off-peak, entry-level properties, following Hyatt's dynamic five-tier award chart. Larger resorts or peak-season dates cost significantly more.
Which Bahia Principe destinations are part of World of Hyatt?
Properties in the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Jamaica, and Spain are included — more than 20 resorts and roughly 12,000 rooms in total.
What is the difference between Bahia Principe Escape and Explore?
Escape properties are adults-only, focused on wellness and premium dining. Explore properties are designed for families and groups. Both sub-brands earn and redeem World of Hyatt points the same way.
Do stays at Bahia Principe count toward Hyatt elite status?
Yes. Qualifying stays earn credit toward World of Hyatt elite tier status and Milestone Rewards, the same as stays at any other Hyatt-branded hotel.
Bottom Line
More than 20 Bahia Principe resorts are now full World of Hyatt properties: earn 5 points per dollar (9 with the co-branded card), redeem points starting around 12,000 per night, and build elite status and Milestone Rewards credit along the way. It’s a meaningful expansion of Hyatt’s all-inclusive footprint in the Dominican Republic and Spain especially — worth a look if an all-inclusive trip was already on your radar.
