Originally Posted by
boomdog
Hyatt beats the pants off of Marriott on upgrades, but Marriott beats the pants off of Hyatt on points, as at least some of us understand.
You really need to look into the programs. At least if you are based on the US and your stays are here you earn free nights with Hyatt at much faster pace than with Marriott. They also have a new promo going on with AA.
http://www.aa.com/netsaaver/viewProm...l&locale=en_US
These are in addition to two and a half free nights that you would earn for worldwide usage.