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Marriott Recently Made a Bunch of Changes to Elite Benefits — Here’s What’s Most Important

Marriott Recently Made a Bunch of Changes to Elite Benefits — Here’s What’s Most Important
Tyler Glatt
by Tyler Glatt
September 26, 2025
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The Marriott Bonvoy program terms and conditions have over 34,000 words. For reference, that's more than four times the length of the U.S. Constitution (including all amendments). Marriott regularly updates these terms but rarely announces minor tweaks and changes. So, here we are with a recap of the changes Marriott has made to its program over the past few months.

Marriott Silver Elite Status: Are the Few Benefits You Get Worth the Cost to Earn Them?

Marriott Silver Elite Status: Are the Few Benefits You Get Worth the Cost to Earn Them?
Harrison Pierce
by Harrison Pierce
September 4, 2025
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Marriott has five elite status tiers. The first, Marriott Silver Elite, doesn't come with a ton of benefits, but it is easily attainable. Silver Elite members earn bonus points on stays and priority late checkout. Whether you earn status through hotel stays or co-branded credit cards, Silver Elite is your first step on your path to a higher tier of status. Here's what you need to know.

Marriott’s Nightly Upgrade Awards, Explained: Where You Can Use Them and How They Work

Marriott’s Nightly Upgrade Awards, Explained: Where You Can Use Them and How They Work
Ashley OnadeleMark Jackson
by Ashley Onadele and Mark Jackson
August 13, 2025
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Marriott Bonvoy's Nightly Upgrade Awards are a benefit that elite members can choose through Annual Choice Benefits. With these awards, you can request a room upgrade prior to arrival at the hotel. This benefit replaced the previous and similar Suite Night Awards. Here's a closer look at what Nightly Upgrade Awards are, how to earn them, and how to use them.