# Hyatt Award Category Changes Take Effect May 7, 2026

_Apr 8 02:34_

Tags: Hyatt, World of Hyatt, loyalty program, policy change, hotel, devaluation, program change

Hyatt's annual award category changes will take effect on May 7, 2026, compounding the previously announced dynamic pricing devaluation of up to 67%

## Summary

Hyatt has confirmed that its annual award category changes will take effect on May 7, 2026. This follows a February announcement regarding the move to dynamic pricing, which will increase award costs by up to 67%. The May 7 change represents a second devaluation event for the year. Standard level awards are expected to increase by 17% to 37.5%, while peak awards could see increases of 33% to 67%. Hotels have begun notifying members to lock in current pricing before the effective date

## Why it matters

Spans 2 hotel programs (Hyatt, World of Hyatt).

## Sources cited

- [LoyaltyLobby](https://loyaltylobby.com/2026/04/07/hyatt-2026-award-category-changes-in-effect-may-7?omhide=true) — Hyatt 2026 Award Category Changes In Effect May 7

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