Luxury, mindfulness, and nearly free travel — yes please.

Amazing pink sunset at Hyatt Regency Maui

We absolutely loved our time at the Hyatt Regency Maui, and it’s a place we would return to again and again. This resort strikes that rare balance between luxury, wellness, and sustainability — all while being genuinely fun for every age.

✨ Sustainability that actually matters

One of the first things that stood out was how intentional the property is about caring for the planet:

• LEED Certified ♻️

• Water refill stations throughout the resort (no plastic bottles!)

• Motion-sensor lighting to reduce energy use

• Option to skip daily housekeeping (because really, who needs fresh towels every day?) — plus you’re rewarded with a Mai Tai credit 🍹


It’s refreshing to stay somewhere that makes sustainable choices feel easy and thoughtful, not performative.

Waikomo Shave Ice on property

🌴 Wellness & nature vibes


This is Maui at its finest — where slowing down happens naturally:

• Morning oceanfront yoga 🧘🏽‍♀️

• Snorkeling right out front with frequent turtle sightings 🐢

• On-site shave ice made without artificial junk 🍧

• Fresh herbs and produce grown right on property 🌿

Every day felt grounded, nourishing, and deeply connected to the land.

🐧 Fun for all ages

Whether you’re traveling as a couple or with kids, this resort truly has something for everyone:

• Penguins, swans, macaws, and other wildlife — a total hit with families

• Water slides and a beautiful, swimmable beach

• Local Hawaiian reggae music playing poolside all day, setting the perfect island vibe

The energy here is joyful, relaxed, and unmistakably Maui.

Kaanapali Beach out front of the hotel

✨ Luxury with mindfulness

What we loved most is how the Hyatt Regency Maui delivers high-end comfort without losing soul. It feels abundant yet intentional — a true paradise that respects the island and invites you to do the same.

The best part…We paid next to nothing 😏

This trip would have cost us $6,700 out of pocket for flights and accommodations… but instead:

• We used ~230,000 Chase Ultimate Rewards points

• Paid $5.60 per person in taxes for our Southwest flights ✈️

• Upgraded to club access, which included:

Daily breakfast- Snacks throughout the day- Light dinners / pupus when we didn’t feel like going out

• Rented a car for just $350 for the entire week

Overall… We scored huge.

Family photo at sunset

Want to learn the ropes?

If you:

• Pay your credit card off every month

  • Are organized with your finances

• Want to travel more without spending more

…then you’re already a good candidate .

I recommend starting with the Chase Sapphire card — it’s one of the most flexible, beginner-friendly travel cards out there. Refer your partner, and suddenly Maui is very much within reach

👉 You can apply here

And yes — I’ll walk you through it, step by step. I will share the same easy strategies I learned that now keep me traveling for very little, very often!

✨ Thinking of visiting Maui?

Book with me and I’ll share all the juicy insider details — best rooms, timing tips, upgrades, points strategies, and local gems — so your stay is truly unforgettable 🌺✌🏽🌴

Hotel lobby Aloha sign