Hyatt Expands Lifestyle Portfolio with Bunkhouse Hotels Integration into World of Hyatt

Hyatt has expanded its lifestyle offering by integrating Bunkhouse Hotels into its World of Hyatt loyalty programme, enabling members to earn and redeem points at participating properties across Texas and Mexico.

Bunkhouse Hotels, known for their highly localised design, music-led programming, and community-focused events, bring a distinctive creative identity to Hyatt’s growing lifestyle portfolio. The addition follows the May integration of The Standard and The StandardX brands, marking another step in Hyatt’s strategy to strengthen its positioning in the boutique and experiential hospitality segment.

“Bunkhouse Hotels are nothing short of beloved in the communities they serve. We are excited to introduce these one-of-a-kind properties to our World of Hyatt members. Amar Lalvani, President & Creative Director of Hyatt’s Lifestyle Portfolio

Loyalty Integration and Market Positioning

Participating Bunkhouse Hotels will now offer full World of Hyatt benefits, including earning and redeeming points, elite-tier credits, Milestone Rewards, and participation in the Brand Explorer award programme. This move expands Hyatt’s footprint in high-demand leisure destinations, while enhancing the World of Hyatt proposition with authentic, culturally anchored guest experiences.

Current participating properties include:

• Houston, Texas – Hotel Saint Augustine (Category 6)
• Austin, Texas – Hotel Saint Cecilia (Category 7), Hotel San José (Category 5), Austin Motel (Category 5), Carpenter Hotel (Category 5)
• Todos Santos, Mexico – Hotel San Cristóbal (Category 7)
• Mexico City, Mexico – Hotel San Fernando (Category 4)

Additional hotels, including Hotel Magdalena (Austin), Hotel Havana (San Antonio), and the upcoming Hotel Daphne (Houston), will join at later dates.

Experiential Loyalty Activation

To launch the partnership, Hyatt is offering four limited-time FIND Experiences via auction, designed to showcase Bunkhouse’s creative ethos and local connections. Packages include curated stays such as:

• Lone Star Luxury at Hotel Saint Augustine – A three-night Houston itinerary featuring private art tours, bespoke cowboy boot fittings, and fine dining experiences.
• Vinyl & BBQ in Austin – A four-night stay combined with private listening sessions, Michelin-starred barbecue experiences, and significant food & beverage credits.
• Hotel San Fernando Takeover in Mexico City – Exclusive full-property buyout for up to 24 guests, with rooftop mixology and brunch experiences.
• Baja Wellness Escape at Hotel San Cristóbal – A beachfront retreat with private yoga, sound bath, spa treatments, and curated dining.

Laurie Blair, Senior Vice President of Global Marketing at Hyatt, said the FIND packages are designed to “offer World of Hyatt members a true taste of what Bunkhouse Hotels are all about,” adding that the experiences align with Hyatt’s objective to deepen guest engagement through cultural immersion and distinctive programming.

Hyatt Expands Lifestyle Portfolio with Bunkhouse Hotels Integration into World of Hyatt Austin Motel (source: Jackie Young)

Brand Expansion and Future Development

Bunkhouse Hotels’ integration comes as the brand continues to grow. The recently opened Hotel Saint Augustine in Houston has already earned recognition from Esquire, Travel + Leisure, and Southern Living as one of the world’s best new hotels. Later this year, Hotel Daphne will debut in Houston, and Jo’s Coffee—Bunkhouse’s Austin-born café brand—will open a new location near the University of Texas.

For Hyatt, the move underlines a continued investment in lifestyle and boutique brands as demand for differentiated guest experiences remains strong in both leisure and blended-travel segments. The addition of Bunkhouse Hotels is expected to strengthen Hyatt’s appeal to younger, design-conscious travellers while providing loyalty members with unique stay options in competitive urban and resort markets.

More details, including a full list of participating hotels and enrolment dates, can be found at: world.hyatt.com/bunkhouse.