Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina is Recognized in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 “Best Hotels” Awards

Cambridge, Md. (February 18, 2026) – Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, a stunning 342-acre waterfront retreat on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, has earned recognition in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Hotels Awards. The resort has received the Gold Badge ranking in the prestigious award program.  
 
“We are honored to receive such a prestigious recognition from U.S. News & World Report,” said Cari Ruppert, Director of Sales, Marketing and Events at Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay. “This award is not only a recognition for our gorgeous resort, but also a testament to our incredible team and the unforgettable experiences they create for our guests every day.”
 
The U.S. News & World Report Best Hotels rankings evaluate properties based on a variety of criteria including awards, hotel class, and guest ratings. The Gold Badge is exclusively awarded to the top 20 percent of the highest-rated luxury resorts and hotels. This year’s Best Hotels rankings evaluate more than 31,000 hotels across the United States, Europe, Bermuda, Mexico, Canada, and the Caribbean. For more information on the methodology, visit https://travel.usnews.com/methodology/#hotel-rankings.

Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay offers a scenic year-round coastal retreat. The resort boasts 400 elegantly appointed guestrooms including 58 suites, each featuring floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors that showcase the stunning natural surroundings. Guests can explore a variety of experiences including tranquil waterfront walks along the Choptank River and through the resort’s on-site Blue Heron Rookery, or enjoy thrilling water sports activities throughout the summer months.

The resort is also home to the award-winning River Marsh Golf Club, a signature 18-hole championship course, as well as The Cove – a state-of-the-art golf simulator offering year-round play with a wide array of virtual courses, training options and competitive games. For ultimate relaxation, guests can unwind at the Sago Spa & Salon which offers locally inspired treatments that reflect the resort’s serene waterfront setting as well as the state-of-the-art Somadome meditation pod.
 
For more information or to book a stay at Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, please visit hyattregencychesapeakebay.com, or call (410) 901-1234.
 
About Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina
Situated on 342 acres on the Eastern Shore of Chesapeake Bay, Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina provides an unforgettable destination for business and leisure travelers.  The AAA Four Diamond resort features 400 comfortable and modern guestrooms, renovated ballrooms for events, and more than 37,000 square feet of indoor function space complemented by more than 85,000 square feet of flexible outdoor event areas and terraces. Amenities include 18 holes of pristine golf running along the Choptank River at the River Marsh Golf Club, the full-service Sago Spa & Salon complete with a state-of-the-art Somadome meditation pod, and a 150-slip marina with both fixed and floating docks. The golf club also features a state-of-the-art golf simulator “The Cove” for year-round play. As a waterfront destination, the resort provides several water sports and activities including kayak, paddleboard, jet ski, powerboat, and catamaran rentals; multiple pool options including an outdoor infinity pool overlooking the river, an outdoor activity pool with a water slide, and the glass-enclosed Water Garden featuring a heated indoor pool, and indoor/outdoor hot tub, and dive-in movies throughout the year. The resort features a plethora of regionally-inspired dining options at its on-site restaurants including the Blue Point Provision Company, Water’s Edge Grill, Bay Country Market, Dock’s Poolside, Michener’s Library, Eagle’s Nest Bar & Grille, and the Off the Rook waterfront bar.  To learn more, call (410) 901-1234 or visit HyattRegencyChesapeakeBay.com.  Follow @HyattChesapeake on Instagram and @HyattRegencyChesapeakeBay on Facebook.
 
About Hyatt Regency
The Hyatt Regency brand prides itself on connecting travelers to who and what matters most to them. More than 175 conveniently located Hyatt Regency urban and resort locations in over 30 countries around the world serve as the go-to gathering space for every occasion – from efficient business meetings to memorable family vacations. The brand offers a one-stop experience that puts everything guests need right at their fingertips. Hyatt Regency hotels and resorts offer a full range of services and amenities, including the space to work, engage or relax; notable culinary experiences; technology-enabled ways to collaborate; and expert event planners who can take care of every detail. For more information, please visit hyattregency.com. Follow @HyattRegency on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, and tag photos with #AtHyattRegency.