Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Named Among Top Resorts in the World in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards

Cambridge, MD – Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, a stunning 342-acre waterfront retreat on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, has been named the No. 16 resort in the world and the No. 2 resort in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards. The annual awards recognize traveler’s favorite hotels, resorts, and destinations around the world.

“We are honored to receive this incredible recognition from Condé Nast Traveler,” said Brianna Guzman, Area Director of Marketing at Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay. “Being named among the top resorts in the world by such an esteemed publication as Condé Nast Traveler is a testament to our incredible team and the care, dedication, and creativity they bring to every guest experience. We are grateful to our guests for their support and look forward to continuing to create unforgettable stays on Maryland’s Eastern Shore.”

Each year, Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards celebrate excellence in travel based on ratings submitted by the publication’s readers. Participants evaluate hotels, resorts, destinations, airlines, and more using criteria relevant to each category. Final scores reflect the average of those ratings, with candidates required to receive a minimum number of responses and meet a minimum overall rating to qualify. The complete list of the “Best Resorts in the World” is available at https://www.cntraveler.com/gallery/best-resorts-in-the-world. The complete list of the “Top 10 Resorts in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic” is available at https://www.cntraveler.com/gallery/northeast-midatlantic-top-resorts. 

Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay offers a scenic waterfront escape throughout the year. The resort features 400 elegantly appointed guestrooms, including 58 suites, with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors that frame views of the natural surroundings. Guests can enjoy peaceful walks along the Choptank River and through the resort’s on-site Blue Heron Rookery, as well as a variety of water sports during the summer months.

The resort is also home to the award-winning River Marsh Golf Club, an 18-hole championship course, and The Cove, a golf simulator offering year-round play with an extensive selection of virtual courses, training options, and competitive games. For relaxation, Sago Spa & Salon features locally inspired treatments that reflect the resort’s serene waterfront setting, complemented by the 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.