I havenot stayed at a Hyatt Place so can not compare. I will say that the I really like the SpringHill Suites and have stayed at a couple of them in the Dallas and Tampa areas.

They are a huge step up from a Courtyard and are usually priced the same or slghtly less. The breakfast is pretty solid and included in the price and the internet is always free. The rooms are big enough for my needs and the staffs have always been great.

I now avoid CYs and head to SHS when they are available. May need t give Hyatt Place a shot at some point though