I believe late check out should be either granted or not granted at all due to availability but cannot be sold like this to elite members.
On a side note, I realize that the language on late check out has changed a little. Maybe the change occurred months ago or years ago and I missed it, but I clearly remember it was offered at the check-in by front desk NOT "upon request" on "day of departure". How long has this been in effect???
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4:00 PM Late Checkout: Upon request, Globalists will receive a 4:00 PM late checkout (local hotel time) on day of their departure at Hyatt hotels, provided that (a) late checkout is subject to availability at hotels with a casino, and Hyatt resorts; and (b) late checkout is not offered at Hyatt Residence Club resorts or M life Rewards destinations. (PLEASE NOTE: The distinction between a Hyatt resort and a Hyatt hotel may not always be obvious and Members are encouraged to call Hyatt’s central reservation service for help determining a hotel’s or resort’s designation. Please visit
hyatt.com for contact information.)