Marriott Bonvoy® Rewards Program Overview

Marriott Bonvoy is the loyalty program of Marriott International, which includes over 8,500+ properties in 30+ hotel brands across 138+ countries.

It’s known for:

• An expansive brand portfolio (luxury to budget),

• A versatile points program with lots of redemption options,

• Elite status tiers with real perks (like suite upgrades and lounge access).

How to Earn Marriott Bonvoy Points

1. Staying at Marriott Hotels

You earn base points on eligible hotel stays (room rate + some charges):

• 10x points per $1 at most Marriott brands.

• Reduced earnings at:

• Residence Inn, TownePlace Suites, Element: 5x

• Marriott ExecuStay and long-stay properties: varies

• Homes & Villas: 5x

Elite Bonuses:

2. Marriott Bonvoy Credit Cards

Marriott partners with American Express and Chase, offering personal and business cards. Cards earn bonus points on Marriott stays and everyday categories.

Common earnings:

• 6x points at Marriott hotels

• 2x–4x points on dining, groceries, gas, or travel (varies by card)

• Welcome bonuses often range 75k–185k points

• Cards include:

• Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® (Chase)

• Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® (Amex)

• Marriott Bonvoy Business® (Amex)

3. Other Partners

• Rental cars: Hertz, Avis, etc.

• Airlines: Transfer Marriott points to 40+ airline partners (usually 3:1).

• Tours & experiences: Marriott Bonvoy Moments.

Redeeming Marriott Bonvoy Points

Marriott gives you tons of options, but free nights offer the best value.

1. Free Night Awards

• Dynamic pricing: No fixed award chart anymore.

• Nights typically range from 5,000–120,000+ points depending on location, brand, and season.

Free Night Certificate Sweet Spots:

• Many Marriott cards offer annual certificates (worth 35k–85k points).

• You can top off a certificate with up to 15,000 points.

2. PointSavers & Off-Peak Nights

• Periodically discounted rates help you stretch your points further.

• Book early to lock in off-peak pricing.

3. Bonvoy Moments

• Redeem points for once-in-a-lifetime experiences like concert tickets, backstage passes, sports events, and celebrity meetups.

4. Other Redemptions

• Car rentals, gift cards, merchandise (usually low value).

• Airline transfer: 3:1 ratio (plus bonus when transferring 60,000 points = 25k airline miles).

Marriott Bonvoy Elite Status Tiers

Elite status is earned through nights stayed per year or by holding premium co-branded credit cards.

**Choice Benefits** available at Platinum and Titanium levels (e.g., Suite Night Awards, gift status to a friend, Elite Night credits).

Marriott Brands at a Glance

From budget to high-end luxury, Marriott covers all travel styles:

Luxury: The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis, JW Marriott, W Hotels

Premium: Marriott, Sheraton, Westin, Le Meridien

Select: Courtyard, Moxy, Four Points

Extended Stay: Residence Inn, TownePlace Suites, Element

Collection Brands: Autograph Collection, Tribute Portfolio, Luxury Collection

All-Inclusive: Marriott Bonvoy All-Inclusive

Maximizing Marriott Bonvoy Value

1. Earn elite nights from credit cards – most cards grant 15–25 elite nights toward status.

2. Book 5+ award nights — get the 5th night free.

3. Pair a Marriott card + Platinum status to get lounge access and room upgrades.

4. Use free night certificates on off-peak luxury properties (best ROI).

5. Transfer 60k points to airline partners for bonus miles (25k+ miles per 60k).

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