What is the Marriott Bonvoy award chart?

Since March 2022, Marriott uses dynamic pricing. Behind the scenes, properties are categorized from 1 to 8. Category 1 properties start at 5,000 points off-peak, while Category 8 properties can cost 100,000+ points at peak.

How does the Marriott 5th night free benefit work?

When you book 5 or more consecutive award nights with Marriott Bonvoy, the 5th night is free. This gives you an effective 20% discount. For a 10-night stay, you get 2 free nights.

Can you transfer Marriott points to airlines?

Yes, Marriott Bonvoy transfers to nearly 40 airline partners at a 3:1 ratio. For every 60,000 points transferred, you receive a 5,000-mile bonus (10,000 for United via RewardsPlus), making the effective ratio closer to 2.4:1.

How do you earn Marriott Bonvoy points?

You earn 10 base points per dollar spent at most Marriott brands. Elite members earn bonuses: Silver +10%, Gold +25%, Platinum +50%, and Titanium/Ambassador +75%. Co-branded credit cards like the Bonvoy Brilliant earn 6x at Marriott properties.

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Q: How much are Marriott Bonvoy points worth?

Marriott Bonvoy points are worth approximately 0.7 to 0.8 cents per point on average. However, with strategic redemptions at luxury properties during off-peak dates, you can achieve 1.2 cents per point or more.

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Marriott Award Chart (Dynamic Pricing Ranges)

Since March 2022, Marriott uses dynamic pricing. Categories still exist behind the scenes. These are typical point ranges per night.

Category	Off-Peak	Standard	Peak	Example Brands
Cat 1	5,000	7,500	10,000	Fairfield, Four Points
Cat 2	10,000	12,500	17,500	Courtyard, Residence Inn
Cat 3	15,000	17,500	25,000	Marriott, Sheraton
Cat 4	20,000	25,000	35,000	Westin, Marriott
Cat 5	30,000	35,000	50,000	W Hotels, Le Meridien
Cat 6	40,000	50,000	70,000	JW Marriott, Autograph
Cat 7	50,000	60,000	85,000	St. Regis, Ritz-Carlton
Cat 8	70,000	85,000	100,000+	Top Ritz, St. Regis, EDITION

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Earning Rates Summary

Status	Base Points/$	Elite Bonus	Total per $
Member	10	--	10
Silver	10	+10%	11
Gold	10	+25%	12.5
Platinum	10	+50%	15
Titanium / Ambassador	10	+75%	17.5

Note: Some brands earn 5 pts/$ (Residence Inn, TownePlace Suites, Element, Protea, Homes & Villas) and 2.5 pts/$ (Marriott Executive Apartments).

How Much Are Marriott Bonvoy Points Worth?

Marriott Bonvoy points are valued at approximately 0.7 to 0.8 cents per point on average, though strategic redemptions can push that figure above 1.2 cents. Since Marriott shifted to dynamic pricing in March 2022, the value you receive depends heavily on the property, dates, and demand level. Budget brands like Fairfield Inn may yield below-average value, while luxury stays at The Ritz-Carlton or St. Regis during shoulder seasons can deliver excellent returns.

Best Ways to Use Marriott Points

The highest-value redemptions typically come from booking Category 6-8 properties during off-peak periods. The 5th night free benefit further increases value by 20% on stays of five or more consecutive nights. Transferring points to airline partners at the 3:1 ratio is generally a last resort, though the United RewardsPlus bonus (effective 2:1) can be attractive for premium cabin flights.

Book luxury properties during off-peak and shoulder seasons for 1.0+ cpp
Maximise the 5th night free benefit on longer award stays
Transfer to United at an effective 2:1 ratio for premium flights
Avoid redeeming at low-category properties where cash rates are already cheap

How to Earn Marriott Bonvoy Points Faster

Base members earn 10 points per dollar at most Marriott brands. Elite status multiplies that: Platinum members earn 15 points per dollar, and Titanium or Ambassador elites earn 17.5. Co-branded credit cards like the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant add 6x points per dollar on Marriott purchases. Combining elite status with a co-branded card can yield over 20 points per dollar on hotel spending.

Marriott Transfer Partners

Marriott Bonvoy connects to nearly 40 airline frequent flyer programmes at a standard 3:1 ratio. The key to getting value from transfers is the 5,000-mile bonus on every 60,000 points transferred, which improves the effective ratio to 2.4:1. United Airlines members with RewardsPlus receive a 10,000-mile bonus instead, bringing the effective ratio to 2:1. Always transfer in multiples of 60,000 to capture the bonus.

Last updated: February 2026

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