Originally Posted by
VA1379
I almost never see Thursday counted as a weekend at Hyatt properties, even if you stay Friday night as well, for regular room rates.
Sometimes specific promo rates will allow Thursday to count as a weekend night as long as you are checking in for a two night stay. This is really dependent on the property, and you have to look at all the available room rates.
Just posting this for reference, in case anyone comes across this thread. Came across a promo at Hyatt Sacto (Offer Code is: EARLYS and group number is: 78440):
Start Your Weekend Early
Who says the weekend has to start on Friday night? Start your weekend early at Hyatt Regency Sacramento and save with this exclusive offer. Book a Friday and Saturday night stay and we'll extend our weekend rate to Thursday night, exclusively for you. Available from now through January 7, 2010, this limited-time special offer includes:
A special discounted rate extended to Thursday nights
Available when you book Friday and Saturday night.
Terms & Conditions:
Offer valid 8/20/09 to 1/10/10 at Hyatt Regency Sacramento for Thursday arrivals. All hotel reservations are subject to availability and must be made in advance. Minimum two night length of stay required. Offer is not valid with groups/conventions and may not be combined with other promotional offers. Rate is per room, per night, excluding service charges, taxes and other incidental expenses. Rate is based on double occupancy and standard room accommodations. Additional guests may be subject to additional hotel charges. Additional charges apply to room type upgrades. A limited number of rooms are allocated to this promotion. Promotional blackout periods may apply due to seasonal periods or special events, and normal arrival/departure restrictions apply. Hyatt reserves the right to alter or withdraw this program at any time without notice. The trademarks Hyatt® and related marks are trademarks of Hyatt Corporation. © 2009 Hyatt Corporation. All rights reserved. Promotional blackout periods may apply due to seasonal periods or special events, and normal arrival/departure restrictions apply. Hyatt reserves the right to alter or withdraw this program at any time without notice. Hyatt Hotels & Resorts® encompasses hotels managed, franchised or leased by subsidiaries and affiliates of Global Hyatt Corporation. The trademarks Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, and related marks are trademarks of Hyatt Corporation. © 2009 Hyatt Corporation. All rights reserved.
(I did not book this, nor check on rate or availability.)