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Top-Tier Hotel Status From Credit Cards: What You Can Get — and What You Can’t

April 8, 2026 11

Earning elite status with a hotel program can be both tough and expensive. It's possible to achieve mid-tier hotel status with credit cards quite easily. But what about top-tier elite status: Can you get that from credit cards? Here's an overview of the cards that offer top-tier elite status and other credit card shortcuts to elite status.

Mark Jackson & JT Genter

Reviewed by Toni Southam

Vacations by Marriott Promotion: Earn 25k Points on a 4+ Night Hawaii or Florida Package

April 2, 2026 3

Another month, another new Vacations by Marriott promotion! Through April 30, 2026, Marriott Bonvoy® members can earn 25,000 bonus points when booking an eligible vacation package with a stay of four or more nights at a participating Marriott property in Florida or Hawaii.

Skye Class

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Singapore Airlines Increases Transfer Ratio to Marriott Bonvoy by 50% — But Should You Care?

March 30, 2026 0

Singapore Airlines is increasing the transfer ratio for transfers to Marriott Bonvoy by 50%. Even so, we don't generally recommend converting KrisFlyer miles to Marriott Bonvoy points, as you often end up devaluing your miles in the process. Here's what you need to know about the updated transfer ratio.

Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Marriott Announces a Two-Way Partnership With Ethiopian Airlines — Here’s How It Works

March 26, 2026 1

Marriott has an extensive list of airline partners, and that list just got a little bit longer. As of March 24, 2026, Marriott and Ethiopian Airlines have launched a two-way partnership, allowing members to move points and miles between these two programs. Here's what you need to know about the new partnership.

Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Get 1,500 Points for Linking Your Marriott and Uber Accounts — Here's How

March 18, 2026 6

Marriott and Uber have teamed up again to offer bonus Marriott Bonvoy® points when linking your accounts. With this offer, you can score 1,500 points just for linking your Marriott and Uber accounts. Here's how to take advantage of this offer.

Skye Class & Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by JT Genter

How to Top Off Your Marriott Free Night Award Certificate With up to 25,000 Bonvoy Points

March 17, 2026 1

Marriott lets you top off your Free Night Award night certs (including those earned through co-branded credit cards) with up to 25,000 Bonvoy points. This brings some flexibility when trying to book more expensive hotels or peak nights. This article shows you exactly how it works.

Jenna Hansen & Ben Nickel-D'Andrea

Reviewed by JT Genter

Status Match Your Marriott Bonvoy Status to Hertz for Rental Car Upgrades, Bonus Points, and More

March 16, 2026 2

Marriott Bonvoy members can leverage their Marriott elite status to match to Hertz President's Circle or Five Star status. Here are the details on this status match opportunity — plus how to claim bonus Marriott points with a Hertz rental.

Skye Class & Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by JT Genter

Amex Just Tightened Marriott Credit Card Bonus Rules — With No Notice

March 16, 2026 1

American Express just updated the language on its Marriott personal co-branded cards. Now it is much harder for Bonvoy members to get welcome offers on multiple Marriott credit cards. Here's what to know about these changes.

Cameron Laufer

Marriott Bonvoy Week: Earn Bonus Points on Starbucks Purchases Through March 22

March 16, 2026 0

The Marriott-Starbucks reciprocal rewards partnership offers an easy way to earn a little extra. You can pick up double Stars during stays at Marriott hotels and 100 bonus points during the current Marriott Bonvoy Week, which runs through March 22, 2026. Here are all the details and how to link your accounts.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

New Marriott Credit Card Offers: Earn up to 5 Free Night Awards or 200,000 Bonus Points

March 12, 2026 12

If you're looking for a windfall of Marriott Bonvoy points or a handful of Free Night Awards, you're in luck. That's because we're seeing elevated welcome offers of up to 5 Free Night Awards or 200,000 points on multiple Marriott co-branded cards. Here's an overview of the offers and each card's perks.

Tyler Glatt & JT Genter

Reviewed by Jess Farley

Now More Useful: Marriott Increases Points Top-Off Limit on Free Night Awards

March 12, 2026 4

If you have some Marriott Free Night Awards sitting in your account, we have good news for you. Marriott has just increased the limit on the number of points you can use to top off your Free Night Award, giving you greater flexibility than ever. Here's what you need to know.

Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Which Luxury Hotel Brands Offer the Best Value for Your Points? Data From Hilton, Hyatt, Marriott, and More

March 12, 2026 6

Luxury hotel brands aren’t created equal, especially when it comes to the value you’ll get from your points. Across six major hotel chains, some brands consistently deliver higher average cents per point than others. Here’s a look at which luxury brands offer the best value, plus how to earn the points you’ll need to book them.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

From St. Regis to Autograph Collection: 10 Best Marriott Points Redemptions for Luxury Stays

March 11, 2026 29

Looking to redeem your Marriott Bonvoy points for top value at one of the hotel giant’s luxury properties? We’ve got you covered. In this post, we've rounded up the 10 Marriott properties that have delivered the highest cents per point values since the beginning of last year. Let’s take a look at where they are.

Tyler Glatt

Reviewed by JT Genter

Marriott Bonvoy® Credit Cards Compared: Benefits, Annual Fees, and How to Choose the Right One

March 1, 2026 84

Marriott Bonvoy credit cards can unlock Free Night Awards, elite status, savings, and more. But with seven cards across two issuers, the lineup is nothing short of complex. Here’s a breakdown of each option, its key benefits, and how to choose the right card for your travel strategy.

Ashley Onadele & Mark Jackson

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Why You (Probably) Shouldn't Convert Aeroplan Points to Marriott Bonvoy Points — Even if You're Eligible

February 24, 2026 0

Air Canada Aeroplan elite members can transfer Aeroplan points to Marriott Bonvoy. However, the conversion rate makes this option of little value for most travelers. Here's all you need to know about these conversions and whether or not they make sense.

Sam Helmy

Reviewed by Toni Southam

Marriott Bonvoy® Rewards Program Guide: Everything You Need To Know

February 21, 2026 139

Marriott Bonvoy is one of the world's largest and most well-known hotel loyalty programs. Unfortunately, it's also one of the most complicated hotel loyalty programs. In this post, we explain what you need to know about earning and redeeming Bonvoy points, earning elite status (and what benefits come with elite status), the Marriott point expiration policy, buying and transferring points, and more.

Jess Farley & Senitra Horbrook

Reviewed by Toni Southam

All Current Hotel Elite Status Match and Fast-Track Opportunities

February 19, 2026 7

The only thing better than award travel is award travel with elite status. When you hold elite status with a brand, you can enjoy huge money-saving perks, ranging from free room upgrades to complimentary breakfast and more. Here are all the status match and elite status fast-track opportunities currently available through major hotel programs.

Tyler Glatt & Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by JT Genter

Marriott Increases Earnings on Marriott Executive Apartment Stays — Here's What to Know

February 16, 2026 0

Marriott just increased the number of points and elite night credits you earn on bookings with Marriott Executive Apartments. Now, you'll earn five Marriott Bonvoy points per $1 spent and one elite night credit per night stayed. Here's what you need to know about the change, and what it means for your earning potential.

Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Marriott Cruise With Points Promotion: Earn up to 11X Bonvoy Points on Your Next Sailing

February 12, 2026 0

Cruise with Points — Marriott’s cruise booking portal — is offering triple points on cruises booked by February 28, 2026. That means Marriott Bonvoy members can earn up to 9X points on a 3+ night sailing in a balcony or suite stateroom — or up to 11X points when paying with a Marriott co-branded credit card issued by Chase.

Skye Class & Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Marriott Promotions: 2,500 Points Plus a Bonus Elite Night per Stay, Regional Offers, and More

February 11, 2026 140

The latest global Marriott promotion offers 2,500 bonus points per stay between February 25 and May 10, 2026, plus one bonus Elite Night Credit when staying at different brands. Marriott also has several regional and property-specific deals, along with special bonuses on Vacations by Marriott and Marriott Homes & Villas stays.

Skye Class

Reviewed by JT Genter

Marriott Homes & Villas Promotions: Earn 2k Bonus Points per Night — and Save 10% on Select Rentals

February 10, 2026 19

If you're considering booking a stay through Marriott Homes & Villas, now is a great time to do so, as there are two concurrent offers! Here’s everything you need to know about the current Marriott Homes & Villas promotions — including the key terms, potential savings, and how to maximize your points.

Skye Class & Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by JT Genter

The Best Co-Brand Credit Card for Each Hotel Loyalty Program: Perks and Why They're Worth Getting

February 10, 2026 108

Hotel rewards cards are the most cost-effective way of scoring free stays and elite status benefits at major hotel chains. There are plenty of good options, so we've picked our favorites based on their welcome bonus, earning potential, and the benefits you get just for holding the card.

Samantha Holland & Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Earn Hotel Elite Status Without the Stays: The Best Shortcuts by Program

February 5, 2026 43

The traditional route to elite status, earning the base number of points or night credits needed for each elite tier within a hotel chain, requires a substantial investment of time and money. Thankfully, there are several options that will allow you to get hotel elite status for free — or nearly free.

Michelle Molloy & Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by Toni Southam

Buy Marriott Bonvoy Points for as Little as 0.89¢ Each With This New Up-To-40% Bonus Promotion

February 3, 2026 145

Marriott Bonvoy is offering its members the chance to buy points with a 40% bonus. This bonus drops the effective cost-per-point down to as low as 0.89¢ per point. That opens the door to stays at the most lavish Marriott properties at a fraction of the cost or the chane to mint airline miles for as little as 1.79¢ per mile. Here's when this promotion could make sense.

Andrew George Bradshaw & JT Genter

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

All the Mid-Tier Hotel Elite Statuses, Their Benefits, And How to Earn Them (Even Without Stays)

February 2, 2026 3

Mid-tier hotel elite status grants perks like free breakfast, room upgrades, bonus points, and more — making it a sweet spot in many hotel loyalty programs. Best of all, many programs offer shortcuts to getting mid-tier elite status through credit card perks and tie-ins with other loyalty programs. Here are our favorite mid-tier hotel elite statuses and how to get them.

Senitra Horbrook & Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by Allie Johnson

Chase Just Launched a 50% Transfer Bonus From Ultimate Rewards to Marriott Bonvoy. Worth It?

February 1, 2026 32

Chase just launched a new 50% transfer bonus when you transfer Chase points to Marriott Bonvoy®. Now through February 28, 2026, you’ll get 1,500 Marriott points for every 1,000 Chase points you transfer. But is this transfer bonus worth it? Here's what to know.

JT Genter

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Earn up to 5 Free Night Awards With the Marriott Bonvoy Business® American Express® Card

January 30, 2026 0

The Marriott Bonvoy Business® American Express® Card is offering up to 5 Free Night Awards after meeting the minimum spending requirements — which you get a full six months to do. This is in addition to benefits such as Gold Elite status, bonus elite night credits toward higher status, and a Free Night Award each year. Let's take a look at this offer.

Carissa Rawson & JT Genter

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Join and Earn: Score Easy Points, Miles, or Savings for Joining These Airline and Hotel Loyalty Programs

January 23, 2026 132

Several airlines and hotels offer thousands of bonus points and miles as an incentive for new members to join their loyalty programs. Here's a roundup of the hotel and airline loyalty programs currently offering bonuses to new members, including new offers from Spirit, American Airlines, and Garuda Indonesia.

Skye Class & Harrison Pierce

Reviewed by Tyler Glatt

Marriott–Lufthansa Partnership: Opt-in for a Status Match, Bonus Points on Stays, and More

January 22, 2026 1

Marriott has a preferred partnership with Miles & More, the loyalty program for Lufthansa, SWISS, and other European carriers. The tie-up gives travelers ways to earn towards Miles & More status through stays and unlock complimentary Marriott Bonvoy® elite status. Here's how to opt-in to earn these rewards.

Tyler Glatt

Marriott Boundless Limited-Time $100 Airline Credit: How to Enroll and Earn This Credit

January 21, 2026 2

For a limited time, cardholders of the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® Credit Card will earn up to $100 in statement credits after spending $500 on eligible airline purchases. That more than offsets this card's annual fee! Here's what to know about activating and maximizing this offer.

Harrison Pierce

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