Adam McCann, Financial Writer
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To redeem Marriott points, log in to your Marriott Bonvoy account online, call 801-468-4000, or use the Marriott mobile app. Marriott points are worth about 0.82 cents each when redeemed for Marriott hotel stays, making this the best redemption option.
How to Redeem Marriott Rewards for Hotel Stays
- Login to your Marriott Bonvoy account.
- Enter your travel details and select the “Use Points/Awards” option.
- Click “Find Hotels” to view available hotels offering award nights.
- Select your desired property and follow the prompts to complete your booking using points.
You can redeem your Marriott Bonvoy points for more than just hotel stays. Other options include things like free flights, car rentals and cruises.. However, using points for anything other than free hotel stays usually gets you less value.
If you want to redeem your Marriott Bonvoy points for something other than hotel stays, log in to your account and click on "Marriott Bonvoy" in the top menu. From the drop-down, select "How to Use Points/Certificates," then browse the available redemption options and follow the prompts to complete your redemption.
Marriott Bonvoy Redemption Options
- Free Nights: Use your points to book free nights at thousands of hotels worldwide, with no blackout dates.
- Points and Cash: Combine points and cash to customize your payment and redeem free nights at Marriott hotels.
- Flights: Use points or a combination of Points and Cash to book your next trip.
- Cruises: Redeem your points for a cruise certificate and use it toward your next voyage.
- Transfer Points to Miles: Transfer your Marriott Bonvoy points to miles with 39 airline partners at a 3:1 ratio.
- TSA PreCheck: Use your points for expedited security screening and enhanced Wi-Fi access at select US airports.
- Merchandise: Use your points to shop for a variety of products, from electronics to home essentials.
- Gift Cards: Redeem your points for gift cards from top U.S. retailers.
- Charitable Donations: Use your points to support a cause by donating to participating charities.
- Gift Points: Share points with friends or family by gifting them to another Marriott Bonvoy member.
- Transfer Points: Move your points to another Marriott Bonvoy account to help someone reach their next redemption.
If you're interested in learning more, you can check out WalletHub's in-depth review of the Marriott Bonvoy program.
People also ask
How much are Marriott points worth?
Marriott Bonvoy points are worth an average of 0.82 cents per point, when used for hotel reservations, meaning 10,000 Marriott points equal about $82. The value of Marriott points depends on how they are redeemed, and your points can be worth as much as 3.51 cents per point when you redeem for Marriott stays.
Marriott Points Value Breakdown
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read full answer by Dan Whitmer, Rewards Programs AnalystHow many Marriott points do you need for a free night?
You need 5,000 to 100,000 Marriott points for a free night in a standard room. The exact number of Marriott points you will need to cover a one-night stay depends on the type of room you select, the hotel location, and the date of your stay.
It’s also important to note that the Marriott program does allow you to pay with a combination of points and cash when booking a stay. Keep that in...
read full answer by Chip Lupo, Credit Card WriterDo Marriott points expire?
Marriott points expire after 24 months of account inactivity, or if your account is closed. To prevent your points from expiring, earn or redeem points regularly and use any unredeemed rewards before closing your account.
When Marriott Points Expire
- After 24 months of account inactivity, meaning no earning or redemption.
- When you close your account without redeeming any unused points.
- When Marriott closes your account due to program rule violations or fraudulent...
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