Dan Whitmer, Rewards Programs Analyst
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Marriott Bonvoy members earn 2.5 to 10 points per dollar spent, depending on the brand. For example, stays at Marriott, Westin, and Sheraton earn you 10 points per $1 spent, while staying at Marriott Executive Apartments earns you only 2.5 points. Marriott elite status also adds a 10% to 75% bonus to your base point earnings.
Marriott Brands Where You Earn 10 Points per Dollar Spent
- AC Hotels by Marriott
- Aloft Hotels
- Autograph Collection Hotels
- Courtyard
- Delta Hotels by Marriott
- Design Hotels
- EDITION
- Four Points
- JW Marriott
- Le Meridien
- The Luxury Collection
- Marriott Hotels
- Marriott Vacation Club
- Moxy Hotels
- Postcard Cabins
- Renaissance Hotels
- The Ritz-Carlton
- Ritz-Carlton Reserve
- Sheraton
- Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy Hotels
- SpringHill Suites
- St. Regis
- Tribute Portfolio
- W Hotels
- Westin
- MGM Collection
Marriott Brands Where You Earn 5 Points per Dollar
- Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy
- Four Points Flex by Sheraton
- City Express
- Element
- Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy
- Protea Hotels
- Residence Inn
- Sonder by Marriott Apartments
- TownePlace Suites
Marriott Brands Where You Earn 4 Points per Dollar
- StudioRes
Marriott Brands Where You Earn 2.5 Points per Dollar
- Marriott Executive Apartments
You earn Marriott points not only on the room rate, but also on dining, beverages, golf rounds, spa services, and other charges made directly through Marriott.
How to Maximize Your Marriott Bonvoy Points
Use one of the Marriott credit cards. These cards offer 6-Mar points per dollar on Marriott stays, plus bonus points on dining, travel, and more — all with strong welcome offers.
Move up the elite status levels. As you move from Silver Elite to Gold Elite, Platinum Elite, Titanium Elite, and Ambassador Elite status, the bonus percentage increases. For example, Platinum Eite members earn 50% more points on eligible charges.
Find the brands that fit your budget. Marriott operates a broad portfolio of hotels worldwide, with over 9,500 properties across 144 countries and territories. Its 39 brands cover a wide range of travel needs — from simple, affordable stays to more upscale options — making it easy to find something that fits your trip and budget. Being able to earn and redeem points more often makes it easier to maximize the value you get from the loyalty program.
If you want to learn more, check out WalletHub’s in-depth review of the Marriott Bonvoy program.
People also ask
How much are 70,000 Marriott Bonvoy points worth?
70,000 Marriott Bonvoy points are worth an average of $560, according to WalletHub data. You will get the best value for your Marriott Bonvoy points when you redeem them for hotel stays, but there are multiple redemption options.
How Much Marriott Bonvoy Points Are Worth
| Category | Value |
| Average Value of 70,000 Points | $560 |
| Minimum Value of 1... | 0.26 cents |
What is the best way to use Marriott Bonvoy points?
The best way to use Marriott points is to redeem them for free nights at Marriott hotels. Marriott points are worth 0.8 cents each, on average, meaning that 10,000 Marriott points are worth roughly $80 in hotel reservations.
How to Redeem Marriott Points for Free Nights
To redeem Marriott points for free nights, log in to your Marriott Bonvoy account, enter your destination and travel dates, and make sure to select “Use Points/Awards” before clicking...
read full answer by Dan Whitmer, Rewards Programs AnalystIs buying Marriott points worth it?
No, Marriott points are not worth buying because each point costs 1.25 cents, while they can be redeemed for an average value of only 0.8 cents per point. For example, 1,000 points cost $12.50 to buy but have a redemption value of just $8 in hotel stays.
Marriott Points Purchase vs. Redemption Value
| Number of Points | Cost | Value When Redeemed for Hotel Stays |
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