Hotel Loyalty Programs

Marriott Bonvoy stands out for its breadth of properties, with more than 7,600 across 130+ countries and territories under 30+ different brands, providing a variety of options to earn and redeem points. It offers benefits like free Wi-Fi to all members, and mobile check-in enhances convenience. With its five elite tiers, staying at Marriott properties frequently can lead to benefits like free room upgrades and late checkout.

Hilton Honors is notable for its flexibility and generous offerings. The program allows members to use a mix of points and cash to book rooms, which is a feature not widely offered by other programs. This allows you to use your points faster and more frequently. Notable, too, is the "fifth night free" benefit for silver, gold, and diamond members, this means when you book a five-night stay using your points, you'll only pay for four nights. Moreover, all members - not just elite ones - enjoy perks like free Wi-Fi and late checkout.

What sets World of Hyatt apart is their emphasis on quality. They offer fewer properties than some of their competitors, but the rewards are more generous. For example, members earn one free night at a category 1-4 hotel after staying at five different Hyatt brands. Another unique feature of World of Hyatt's program is access to the FIND platform, where members can earn and redeem points for unique experiences like yoga retreats or boutique culinary classes.

IHG has a global footprint with its wide range of brands that appeals to both luxury and budget travelers. One key differentiator of the IHG Rewards program is the variety of redemption options. Not only can you redeem your points for hotel stays, but you can also exchange them for merchandise, digital downloads, flights, and car rentals, giving members a wealth of options for using their points.

Wyndham sets itself apart with the simplicity of its loyalty program. It operates with a flat-rate redemption, which means every hotel, no matter its category or brand, can be booked for a free night with the same number of points. This clear and straightforward program takes the guesswork out of knowing what your points are worth and makes redemption easy and convenient.

Accor Live Limitless (ALL) appeals to a broad range of travelers with its portfolio that includes luxury and budget-friendly brands alike. Furthermore, an standout feature of the program is its partnerships with airlines, car rental services, and more, allowing members to earn points beyond just hotel stays. Certain elite members can also access room upgrades, late checkout, and a welcome drink during their stay.

IHG has a global footprint with its wide range of brands that appeals to both luxury and budget travelers. One key differentiator of the IHG Rewards program is the variety of redemption options. Not only can you redeem your points for hotel stays, but you can also exchange them for merchandise, digital downloads, flights, and car rentals, giving members a wealth of options for using their points.