Best Hotel Loyalty Programs
Marriott Bonvoy
Best for Global Coverage & Business Travelers
Program Overview
Marriott Bonvoy is the world's largest hotel loyalty program by footprint, covering nearly 10,000 properties across 30+ brands in 140+ countries. From budget-friendly Fairfield Inn to the ultra-luxurious Ritz-Carlton and St. Regis, Bonvoy delivers unmatched reach. With over 130 million members, it is the go-to program for road warriors who need guaranteed availability wherever they travel. Experts at One Mile at a Time call it "probably the most well-rounded hotel loyalty program," citing its Platinum tier as a sweet spot that delivers excellent benefits at an attainable threshold. Points can also be transferred to more than 40 airline partners.
How to Join
Sign up for free at marriott.com/bonvoy or through the Marriott Bonvoy app. Membership is instant. You can also link existing reservations to your new account retroactively. Co-branded credit cards (American Express, Chase) can accelerate status earning.
Loyalty Tiers
|
Tier |
Requirement |
Key Benefits |
|
Member |
Base (no nights) |
10 pts/$ on stays, digital key, mobile check-in |
|
Silver Elite |
10 qualifying nights |
+10% bonus pts, priority late checkout, dedicated reservation line |
|
Gold Elite |
25 qualifying nights |
+25% bonus pts, enhanced room upgrades, welcome gift |
|
Platinum Elite |
50 qualifying nights |
+50% bonus pts, breakfast/lounge access, 4pm late checkout guarantee, choice benefits |
|
Titanium Elite |
75 qualifying nights |
+75% bonus pts, guaranteed 48hr availability, Annual Choice Benefits |
|
Ambassador Elite |
100 nights + $23,000 spend |
+75% bonus pts, dedicated Ambassador, Your24 flexible check-in/out, Ultimate Reservation Guarantee |
Ways to Earn Points
- Hotel stays: 10 base points per dollar at most properties
- Elite bonus: Silver: +10%, Gold: +25%, Platinum: +50%, Titanium/Ambassador: +75%
- Marriott Bonvoy credit cards: Up to 17 points per dollar at Marriott properties
- Airline transfers: Transfer points to 40+ airline partners (3:1 ratio with 5,000-point bonus per 60,000 transferred)
- Dining & spa: Earn points at Marriott-affiliated restaurants and spa services
- Partnerships: Earn via car rentals (Hertz, Avis), shopping portals, and Marriott co-branded experiences
Standout Benefits
- Ultimate Reservation Guarantee: if Marriott can't accommodate elite members, they pay for alternative hotel plus cash and points compensation
- Transfer points to 40+ airline frequent flyer programs
- Mix points and cash ('Points + Cash') for flexible booking
- Annual Choice Benefits at Platinum+ (free nights, suite upgrades, charity donations)
- Nearly 10,000 properties means you'll almost always find a Marriott nearby