A family stay at the Park Hyatt Aviara in Carlsbad — what the rooms are like, how Globalist status held up, and whether the points spend is worth it.

Perched above Tokyo with jaw-dropping skyline views, the Andaz Tokyo is one of the most beautiful hotels we've ever stayed in. But is a luxury Category 8 Hyatt actually family friendly? Here's our honest review — including whether 40,000 points per night is worth it.

If I'm staying near Disneyland on points, this is my go-to hotel. Newer, spacious rooms, great breakfast, and 12,000-18,000 Hyatt points per night. Here's the full review.