The simple answer on Dreams vs Secrets resorts: Dreams welcomes kids, and Secrets resorts are for adults only, 18 and up. Both are part of the Hyatt Inclusive Collection and share a similar all-inclusive style. So pick Dreams for a family trip and Secrets for a couples trip.
We book both brands for families and couples from Idaho, Utah and the Mountain West as part of our all-inclusive resort planning. Here is how they compare, so you can pick the right one.
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Both brands are all-inclusive. What is included can vary by resort. At Dreams La Romana, for example, Hyatt's resort FAQ lists:
The big difference is who is there with you.
Dreams is the family brand. You will see kids in the pools, kids' menus and family activities.
Secrets is the adults-only brand. Guests must be 18 or older.
Yes. Dreams is a strong pick for families. The kids club gives parents a break, and kids' menus help with picky eaters.
A few tips for families at Dreams:
If your kids care more about slime and characters than quiet beaches, compare Dreams with our Nickelodeon resort guide for Punta Cana and Cancun.
For most couples, yes. You get a calm, adults-only resort without having to plan meals or pay bar tabs. Secrets can be a great pick for a big anniversary or a parents' trip without the kids.
Many Dreams and Secrets resorts have Preferred rooms, an upgrade level with extra perks. Perks vary by resort, so we check them for the resort you like.
At some locations, a Dreams and a Secrets sit right next to each other. At Dreams La Romana, Hyatt says Preferred guests 18 and older can use the infinity pool and an exclusive swim-up bar at the Secrets La Romana next door. Kids cannot. Rules are different at each resort, so ask us before you count on it.
This can be great for a multi-generation trip. Grandparents or adult kids can stay at Secrets while the families with little ones stay at Dreams.
Hyatt lists Dreams resorts in places like:
Secrets resorts sit in many of the same regions, like La Romana. Ask us which Dreams and Secrets resorts fit your dates. Flights change often, so we check routes from Salt Lake City, Idaho Falls and Boise when we build your quote.
We can bundle your flights and hotel into one package through our vacation partners. That means one booking, one payment plan and fewer things to track. We do not sell flight-only bookings.
Payment plans are available on vacation packages. Booking through a travel agent costs nothing extra. See how our planning services work.
If you want to browse resorts and photos first, you can look through our partners Funjet Vacations, Apple Vacations and Blue Sky Tours. When you find one you like, send us the resort name and your dates. We will build the package and handle the booking for you.
Winter is a popular time to trade snow for sand. Spring break weeks are popular, so book early. Prices change by season, and we can show you a few date options side by side. Ask us about travel insurance, too. For more beach ideas, browse our all-inclusive resort articles.
Yes. Secrets resorts are for guests 18 and older.
Hyatt lists Explorer's Club for ages 3 to 12 and Core Zone Teens Club for ages 13 to 17. Hours and rules vary by resort.
At Dreams La Romana, Hyatt says all tips and gratuities are included. Policies can vary, so we confirm it for your resort.
Secrets is usually the pick for a honeymoon because it is adults-only.
At some paired resorts, adults with certain room types can use parts of the Secrets side. Kids cannot. Ask us about the resort you like.
Tell us who is traveling and what kind of trip you want, and we will match you with a resort. Request a free quote at funparkgo.com.
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