Hotels
![Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico [In-Depth Hotel Review]](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Hyatt-Regency-Grand-Reserve-Puerto-Rico-grounds.jpg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico [In-Depth Hotel Review]
The author stayed as a guest of Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico. All opinions are the author’s own, and the hotel had no input in any part of this review. Puerto Rico is a great spot for a quick beach…
![Hyatt Regency Hong Kong, Tsim Sha Tsui [In-Depth Hotel Review]](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Hyatt-Regency-Hong-Kong-Tsim-Sha-Tsui-bedroom-view-from-desk.png?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
Hyatt Regency Hong Kong, Tsim Sha Tsui [In-Depth Hotel Review]
When searching for a hotel for a recent 3-night stay in Hong Kong, my wife and I had a small checklist for narrowing down our options. The hotel needed to be within walking distance of sites we wanted to visit,…
![5 Tips for Scoring Hard-To-Find Hotel Award Availability](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Alex-Miller-of-Upgraded-Points-Maldives-W-Spa.jpg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
5 Tips for Scoring Hard-To-Find Hotel Award Availability
We’ve all seen the glamorous images of overwater villas, right? You can’t throw a cell phone these days without hitting a content creator talking about their stunning hotel rooms. And although much of the time those rooms can cost boatloads…
![The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara, in California [In-Depth Review]](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Ritz-Carlton-Bacara-Santa-Barbara-Oval-and-Main-Pools.jpg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara, in California [In-Depth Review]
I recently returned from a trip to Santa Barbara, California, where I visited with a group of people to attend a surprise engagement celebration. With the couple residing in Los Angeles and the majority of the guests coming in from…
![The 15 Best Fairfield by Marriott Hotels To Book With Points [For Max Value]](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Fairfield-by-Marriott-Sriperumbudur.jpg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
The 15 Best Fairfield by Marriott Hotels To Book With Points [For Max Value]
Marriott is the largest hotel chain in the world, with more than 30 unique brands and over 7,000 properties worldwide. Although some of Marriott’s brands are luxurious, a handful can provide a basic hotel experience with little out-of-pocket expense. One…
![Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort in Costa Rica [In-Depth Hotel Review]](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Los-Suenos-Marriott-Featured-Image.jpg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort in Costa Rica [In-Depth Hotel Review]
The author stayed as an invited guest of Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort. All opinions are the author’s own, and Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort had no input in any part of this review. The last time I visited…
![Hotel Kabuki, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel in San Francisco [In-Depth Review]](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Hotel-Kabuki-San-Francisco-night-view.jpg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
Hotel Kabuki, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel in San Francisco [In-Depth Review]
I stayed at Hotel Kabuki, a boutique JdV by Hyatt property in San Francisco, with my family of 5 in June 2024. We needed a place to stay overnight before flying home in the morning, and Hotel Kabuki was an…
![The 13 Best Hotels in Koh Samui To Book Using Points [Marriott, Hyatt, Hilton, IHG]](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Hyatt-Regency-Koh-Samui-1.jpg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
The 13 Best Hotels in Koh Samui To Book Using Points [Marriott, Hyatt, Hilton, IHG]
Koh Samui is one of Thailand’s most postcard-perfect islands. It’s also one of the largest islands in the country, which means that visitors have many different accommodation options. While it’s not quite as touristy as Phuket, it’s still accessible, thanks…
![The 15 Best JdV by Hyatt Hotels To Book With Points [For Max Value]](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/The-Pell-lobby.webp?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
The 15 Best JdV by Hyatt Hotels To Book With Points [For Max Value]
Hyatt is the third-largest hotel chain in the world, trailing only Marriott and Hilton. The chain has several brands ranging from ultimate luxury to long-term convenience. Although brands like Hyatt Regency and Park Hyatt are well-known, there are quite a…
![Hilton San Francisco Financial District [In-Depth Review]](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/San-Francisco-Hilton-Financial-District-front-entrance.jpg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
Hilton San Francisco Financial District [In-Depth Review]
I stayed 2 nights with my family of 5 at the Hilton San Francisco Financial District. We flew into the San Francisco area so we could head up to Redwood National and State Parks, but I wanted to spend a…
![Le Barthélemy Hotel & Spa in St. Barts [In-Depth Review]](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Le-Barths-Pool-shot.jpeg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
Le Barthélemy Hotel & Spa in St. Barts [In-Depth Review]
After a whirlwind stay in St. Martin, 2 friends and I were eager to set off for the ultraluxe island of St. Barts for a 2-night stay at a hotel on the French island. What we found was essentially a…
![The 14 Best Hotels in Kuala Lumpur To Book With Points [Marriott, Hyatt, Hilton, IHG]](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Grand-Hyatt-Kuala-Lumpur-Suite-1.jpg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
The 14 Best Hotels in Kuala Lumpur To Book With Points [Marriott, Hyatt, Hilton, IHG]
Although Kuala Lumpur is famous for its Petronas Towers, the Malaysian capital is home to much more than these epic skyscrapers. The largest city in Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur is also known for melding different ethnicities, cuisines, and viewpoints, both historically…
![Best Western Rewards Loyalty Program Review](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Best-Western-Rail-Haven-Springfield-room-nightstand.jpeg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
Best Western Rewards Loyalty Program Review
Best Western Rewards Overview Best Western, known for value accommodations, has more than 4,300 properties in over 100 countries. Travelers on a budget may appreciate Best Western prices and properties — and you can stretch your budget further with the…
![MaxMyPoint Review [Hotel Award Availability, Alerts, Pricing]](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Overwater-villa-at-Le-Meridien-Maldives.jpg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
MaxMyPoint Review [Hotel Award Availability, Alerts, Pricing]
We’ve seen quite a few hotel award search engines pop up in the last few years, but my favorite has been — and continues to be — MaxMyPoint. It’s older than the others and a little less beautiful, but it’s…
![Hyatt Centric Downtown Portland [In-Depth Hotel Review]](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Hyatt-Centric-Downtown-Portland-outside.png?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
Hyatt Centric Downtown Portland [In-Depth Hotel Review]
I was in Portland, Oregon, for an event at the conference center, and there was a Hyatt Regency immediately next door. So why did I choose a different property further away? And what made me like the hotel so much?…
![Mondrian Los Angeles [In-Depth Hotel Review]](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Mondrian-Los-Angeles-looking-into-bedroom.png?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
Mondrian Los Angeles [In-Depth Hotel Review]
The author stayed as an invited guest of Mondrian Los Angeles. All opinions are the author’s own, and neither Mondrian Los Angeles nor its parent company had input in any part of this review. My wife and I just spent…
![JW Marriott St. Maarten Beach Resort & Spa [In-Depth Review]](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/JW-Marriott-St.-Maarten-Beach.jpeg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
JW Marriott St. Maarten Beach Resort & Spa [In-Depth Review]
I visited the JW Marriott St. Maarten Beach Resort & Spa in early May 2024 with 2 friends. I was eager to check out the resort because of its remote location, low-cost rooms, and the JW Marriott brand reputation. The…
![JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa [In-Depth Hotel Review]](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Jw-Marriott-Cancun-Pool.jpg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa [In-Depth Hotel Review]
Cancun, Mexico, was my first international trip at a ripe 19 years old, and I immediately fell in love with it. I’ve been back several times since, but the JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa takes the cake as the…
![The 10 Most Popular Iberostar Resorts You Can Book With IHG Points [2024]](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Iberostar-hotel.jpg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
The 10 Most Popular Iberostar Resorts You Can Book With IHG Points [2024]
Iberostar and IHG have partnered to bring up to 70 all-inclusive resorts to the IHG portfolio. Under the brand name Iberostar Beachfront Resorts, these properties are spread throughout the Caribbean, Mexico, South America, North Africa, and Europe. IHG One Rewards…
![Baranof Downtown, BW Signature Collection, in Juneau, Alaska [In-Depth Hotel Review]](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Hotel-Baranhof-Main-Entrance.jpg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
Baranof Downtown, BW Signature Collection, in Juneau, Alaska [In-Depth Hotel Review]
I visited Juneau, Alaska’s state capital, as part of my itinerary flying the Alaska Airlines Milk Run in April 2024. My trip would take me to Juneau for 2 nights before flying out from Juneau south to Seattle via a…
![13 Things To Do at Orlando World Center Marriott](https://upgradedpoints.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Orlando-World-Center-amenities-pool-entry.jpg?auto=webp&disable=upscale&width=1200)
13 Things To Do at Orlando World Center Marriott
Orlando World Center Marriott is an expansive resort with numerous activities. If you stay there, you can expect enough entertainment and fun to keep you occupied for days! The resort is in a fantastic location for exploring area attractions, including…