Buy Marriott Bonvoy points at a discount to redeem for hotels around the world for a lot less!
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Current promotion to buy Marriott points
There is no offer at the moment, and the next one is expected in May 2024.
However, if you need Marriott points urgently, you may still purchase them for 1.25 cents each.
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Things to note about Marriott points
- Marriott Bonvoy members can usually buy points for 1.25 cents each, before any bonuses or discounts
- Marriott points do not expire as long as there is account activity every 24 months
- Members can receive 5th Night Free on award stays
- Each member can purchase up to 100,000 Marriott points annually, pre-bonus. This annual limit is sometimes doubled, to allow you to purchase 200,000 points pre-bonus
- Marriott points can be converted into air miles of about 40 frequent flyer programs at a ration of 3:1. For maximum value, convert in blocks of 60,000 Marriott points to receive 5,000 bonus miles (total 25,000 miles).
- New members may only purchase points 30 days after signing up
Previous Marriott points offers
Here’s a quick look at the recent history of Marriott points sales:
Period | Price per Point (in USD) | Offer Type | Minimum Points (incl. bonus) | Annual Limit (incl. bonus) |
---|---|---|---|---|
Oct 2022 | 0.83 cents | 50% bonus | 3,000 | 150,000 |
Nov to Dec 2022 | 0.94 cents | 25% discount | 2,000 | 100,000 |
Feb to Apr 2023 | 0.89 cents | 40% bonus | 2,800 | 140,000 |
May to Jul 2023 | 0.83 cents | up to 50% bonus (targeted) | 3,000 | 150,000 |
Aug to Sep 2023 | 0.89 cents | up to 40% bonus (targeted) | 56,000 | 140,000 |
Nov to Dec 2023 | 0.96 cents | 30% bonus | 2,600 | 195,000 |
Feb to Mar 2024 | 0.89 cents | up to 40% bonus (targeted) | 2,800 | 140,000 |
Is this a good deal to buy Marriott points?
Historically, the best Marriott Bonvoy points sales are those labelled “60% bonus”, where members can buy points for 0.78 cents each. But it’s been a long while since we saw one.
Members can receive incredible value for their points by redeeming them for โsweet spotsโ that are shared below, as well as on nights when the hotel’s cash rate is high.
Best ways to redeem Marriott points
Here are some Marriott Bonvoy sweet spots to get maximum value out of your Marriott points.
Marriott Bonvoy Property |
Min. Points Required |
Typical Cash Rate (nett) |
Buy Points* |
---|---|---|---|
Four Points KL, Chinatown ๐ฐ review |
7,000 | US$75 | US$56 |
Four Points Desaru |
6,500 | US$70 | US$52 |
Four Points Surabaya, Pakuwon Indah ๐ฐ review |
6,500 | US$65 | US$52 |
The Westin Desaru |
17,000 | US$160 | US$136 |
The Ritz-Carlton Jakarta, Pacific Place ๐ฐ review |
34,000 | US$300 | US$272 |
W Osaka | 43,000 | US$400 | US$344 |
Le Mรฉridien Maldives** |
42,000 | US$600 | US$336 |
The St. Regis Bora Bora |
90,000 | US$1,300 | US$720 |
The Ritz-Carlton, Kyoto |
88,000 | US$1,400 | US$704 |
The St. Regis New York |
84,000 | US$900 | US$672 |
Al Maha Desert Resort, Dubai ๐ฐ review |
94,000 | US$1,100 | US$752 |
The Gritti Palace, Venice ๐ฐ review |
82,000 | US$1,200 | US$656 |
The Ritz-Carlton, Maldives** |
96,000 | US$2,050 | US$768 |
*Buy points at 0.8 cents (USD) each.
**Points and cash rates exclude seaplane transfer costs.
Things to consider before buying Marriott points
Although Marriott points do not expire as long as there is account activity every 24 months, we do not recommend purchasing these points if you do not plan to use them in the next few months.
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Best credit cards for buying Marriott points
Singapore-based readers may use one of the following cards to receive maximum rewards/savings when buying Marriott Bonvoy points:
- Citi Rewards: 4 mpd*, up to S$1,000 per statement month
- UOB Visa Signature: 4 mpd, min. S$1,000, max. S$2,000 per statement month
*Miles/Points purchases are processed by points.com, which falls under MCC 7399 (Business Services Not Elsewhere Classified). This is NOT a travel-related spending, and should get you 4 miles per dollar with the Citi Rewards card.
UOB Visa Signature
Earn 4 mpd on foreign currency and/or contactless spending
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I just checked the Bonvoy site from your link. Bonus pts is only 30%. Mayb it’s related to your level of membership? Thx
Hey, as this May 2023 offer is targeted, members receive different bonus amount, up to 50%. Not sure if it is related to each member’s membership level though.