Rewards Terms & Conditions

1. Elite Membership is an exclusive privilege of Rewards Program Membership. All Program Rules for the Rewards Program apply to Elite Membership.
   
   
2. The Rewards Program has the right to end the Elite recognition program (the “Elite Program” or the “Elite Membership Program”) by providing advance written notice to Members.
   
   
3. Benefits of Elite Membership are reserved for Members only. As proof of eligibility, a Rewards Program Membership Number is required when making reservations.
   
   
4. When using ExecuStay, every 3 nights stayed will entitle Members to 1 night toward Elite Membership status. Elite Membership benefits are not available at ExecuStay locations.
   
   
5. When using Marriott Executive Apartments, every 3 nights stayed will entitle Members to 1 night toward Elite status. Elite benefits are not available at Marriott Executive Apartments locations.
   
   
6. When booking a qualifying group, event or meeting with Rewarding Events, 10 Elite nights will be awarded to the Member along with the Points or Miles after the event has actualized at the property booked.
   
   
7. The awarding of Rewards Program Elite Membership benefits are void where prohibited by law, and may vary outside the United States and Canada.
   
   
8. Local policy may prevail over Rewards Program standards at hotels, and some Elite Membership benefits may not be available at some locations.
   
   
9. Rewards Program Elite Membership may be revoked or suspended at the Company’s discretion if a Member fails to pay any bills due to the Company, participating hotels, accounts at participating hotels or Marriott Vacation Club ownership related fees.
   
   
10. In case of fraud or abuse involving the Elite Program, the Company reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to take appropriate administrative and/or legal action, including but not limited to termination of Rewards Program Membership.
    
    
11. The following locations do not provide Elite Membership benefits under the Elite Program: Renaissance Naruto Hotel and Renaissance Okinawa Resort.
    
    
12. Participating locations outside the U.S. may provide alternative services and benefits to the Elite Membership benefits set forth in these Program Rules, depending on local law and policy.
    
    

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1. Only nights personally stayed and individually billed at participating Marriott brand or Ritz-Carlton hotels are credited toward Elite Membership achievement and renewal. Accounts may not be combined to achieve Elite Membership.
   
   
2. To achieve or renew Elite Membership status, the following number of personal nights must be earned through Rewarding Events or stayed at participating locations between January 1 and December 31 of any given year:
   
   

   Silver	10 to 49 nights
   Gold	50 to 74 nights
   Platinum	75 or more nights

   
   
3. Reward certificate stays do not count toward Elite membership.
   
   
4. Hotel charges without a personal overnight stay will not earn room night credit toward Elite membership.
   
   

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Platinum, Gold and Silver Membership Benefits:

1. Bonuses on Rewards Program Points: Bonus Points vary by Elite Membership level (Silver, Gold or Platinum) and are calculated based on base Points earned during a stay. Available to Rewards Program Members at all participating Marriott brand hotels.
   
   

   Silver	20%
   Gold	25%
   Platinum	50%

   
   
2. Free High-Speed Internet Access: Beginning May 1, 2011, complimentary Internet access at all JW Marriott, Renaissance Hotels, Marriott Hotels & Resorts and Courtyard by Marriott hotels in Australia, China (and Hong Kong), Guam, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. Not available in meeting rooms and Business Centers.
   
   
3. Weekend Rate Discount: 10% discount on the regular room rate for Friday and Saturday night stays at participating Courtyard by Marriott and SpringHill Suites by Marriott locations. Rates vary from hotel to hotel. Weekend rate discounts are not valid with any other discount or on upgraded rooms at Courtyard by Marriott, and may not be available during certain special events.
   
   
4. Marriott Gift Shop Discount: 10% discount on retail merchandise: Clothing, Gifts & Souvenirs, Imprints & Logo, Jewelry & Accessories, Facial & Bodycare Products. Discount is extended at participating Marriott-operated Gift Shops. Participating locations include: JW Marriott, Autograph Collection, Renaissance Hotels, Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Gaylord Hotels and Marriott Vacation Club locations. At EDITION hotels, 10% discount on branded merchandise only. (Membership Card must be presented to obtain discount.)
   
   
5. The Ritz-Carlton Discount: 10% discount on The Ritz-Carlton branded merchandise, excluding sundries, purchased at The Ritz-Carlton Gift Shops on property (Membership Card must be presented to obtain discount).
   
   
6. Priority Late Checkout: Based on availability, call the front desk the morning of checkout and let them know your planned departure time. Available at all Marriott brand hotels except Marriott Vacation Club.
   
   
7. Elite Reservations Line: Exclusive reservations number available for Elite Members (U.S. and Canada only)
   • Marriott Rewards member call: 800-228-2100.
   • The Ritz-Carlton Rewards members call: 800-437-4302
     
     
8. Dedicated Exclusive Guest Services Line: Exclusive reservations number available for Elite Members (U.S. and Canada only)
   • Marriott Rewards member call: 800-321-7396
   • The Ritz-Carlton Rewards members call: 801-468-4233
     
     
9. The Ultimate Reservation Guarantee: To be eligible, Member's Rewards Program Membership Number and a valid credit card number must be included with the reservation. If hotel is unable to honor the reservation, it will pay for comparable accommodations nearby for the Elite Member that night, and compensate the Member for the inconvenience.
   
   

Additional Platinum and Gold Membership Benefits:

1. Complimentary unlimited local phone calls at participating JW Marriott, Autograph Collection, Renaissance Hotels, Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Gaylord Hotels, Courtyard by Marriott, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott and SpringHill Suites by Marriott locations in U.S. and Canada.
   
   
2. Unlimited, domestic long distance phone calls at a low flat rate at U.S. and Canada locations. Available at participating JW Marriott, Autograph Collection, Renaissance Hotels, Marriott Hotels & Resorts, and Gaylord Hotels.
   
   
3. Complimentary faxes, up to 15 pages per day, to any U.S. and Canada destination at participating U.S. and Canada Courtyard by Marriott, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott and SpringHill Suites by Marriott locations.
   
   
4. Guaranteed Concierge/Executive/Club Lounge Access* at JW Marriott, Autograph Collection, Renaissance Hotels and Marriott Hotels & Resorts during normal hours of operations: Monday to Friday. Outside the U.S. and Canada, continental breakfast is available 7 days a week. For JW Marriott, Autograph Collection, Renaissance Hotels and Marriott Hotels & Resorts without a Concierge/Executive/Club Lounge, Elite Members will still receive a complimentary continental breakfast for weekday stays, Monday through Friday; simply show Membership Card and room key in the hotel restaurant.
   *Not available at resort locations.
   
   
5. Room Service or Spa Credit: At EDITION hotels, you will receive a $25 USD credit that can be used for room service or spa treatment during that specific EDITION stay. Hotels outside the U.S. will offer the equivalent in the local currency.
   
   
6. Complimentary Room Upgrade: Based on room availability at check-in and limited to a Member's personal guestroom. Upgrades may include rooms with desirable views, rooms on high floors, corner rooms, rooms with special amenities, rooms on Executive Floors, or suites.  All upgrades are granted on a space-available basis, as determined at the time of check-in. Upgrades are subject to availability and identified by each hotel. Not available at Marriott Vacation Club.
   
   
7. Free High-Speed Internet Access: Complimentary Internet access at all JW Marriott, Autograph Collection, Renaissance Hotels, AC Hotels, Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Gaylord Hotels, and Courtyard by Marriott (outside of U.S. & Canada only). Not available in meeting rooms.
   
   
8. Guaranteed Room Type: Guaranteed priority for your requested type of room. Subject to availability at participating locations worldwide when your qualifying Elite level and specific preference are noted on the reservation for your stay. (Pillow, room location, extra bed, crib requests, etc. are not included in Guarantee.) Outside U.S. and Canada: smoking/non-smoking preferences may also be given priority, based on availability; exact bed sizes may vary and only Platinum members will have guaranteed priority for your requested type of bed and room. Not available at Marriott Vacation Club.

Additional Platinum Membership Benefits:

1. Guaranteed Platinum Arrival Gift is available at all participating Marriott hotel brands. See below for Platinum Arrival Gift options by brand:
   
   

   Brand		Gift
   JW Marriott, Autograph Collection, Renaissance Hotels, Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Gaylord Hotels Courtyard (U.S. & Canada)		500 bonus points or Food & Beverage amenity 400 bonus points or Food & Beverage amenity
   SpringHill Suites, Residence Inn		200 bonus points or Food & Beverage amenity
   AC Hotels, Courtyard (outside U.S. & Canada)		250 bonus points or Food & Beverage amenity
   Fairfield Inn & Suites, TownePlace Suites		200 bonus points or Food & Beverage amenity
   Marriott Vacation Club		500 bonus points
   EDITION		500 bonus points or 250 air miles

   
   
2. 48-hour Guaranteed Availability: Limited to Platinum Member's personal guestroom. Guaranteed room availability for reservations booked at least 48 hours prior to arrival available at all participating Marriott hotel brands except Marriott Vacation Club. 48-Hour Guaranteed Availability may not be available on certain limited dates (e.g., special events). Benefit cannot be used in conjunction with award usage or any type of promotional or discounted rates. For Residence Inn and TownePlace Suites, 48 Hour Guaranteed Availability applies to studio rooms only.
   
   
3. Platinum Elite Reservations Line: Exclusive reservations number available for Platinum Elite Members (U.S. and Canada only):
   • Marriott Rewards members call: 800-399-4229
   • The Ritz-Carlton Rewards members call: 800-277-0517

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Platinum, Gold and Silver Membership

1. Bonus on Rewards Program Points: Bonus Points vary by Elite Membership level (Silver, Gold or Platinum) and are calculated based on base Points earned during a stay.
   
   

   Silver	20%
   Gold	25%
   Platinum	50%

   
   
2. The Ritz-Carlton Branded Merchandise Savings: 10% discount on The Ritz-Carlton branded merchandise, excluding sundries, purchased at The Ritz-Carlton Gift Shops on property (Membership Card must be presented to obtain discount). 
   
   
3. Priority Late Checkout: Call the front desk the morning of checkout and let them know you are requesting up to a 2-hour checkout extension. Priority Late Checkout is not available at all The Ritz-Carlton resort locations. 
   
   
4. Elite Reservations Line: Exclusive reservations number available for Elite Members (U.S. and Canada only): 
   
   • Marriott Rewards members call: 800-228-2100
   • The Ritz-Carlton Rewards members call: 800-437-4302
     
     
5. Dedicated Exclusive Guest Services Line: Dedicated number for Elite Members (U.S. and Canada only:
   
   • Marriott Rewards members call: 800-321-7396
   • The Ritz-Carlton Rewards members call: 801-468-4233

Additional Platinum and Gold Membership Benefits:

1. Free Room Upgrade: Club Level and Suites not included. Based on room availability at check-in and limited to a Member's personal guestroom. 
   
   
2. High Speed Internet: Complimentary Internet access at any participating Ritz-Carlton hotel. Not available in meeting rooms. 

Additional Platinum Membership Benefits:

1. Guaranteed Platinum Arrival Gift: Platinum Members will receive a welcome amenity of 1000 bonus Points or 500 bonus Miles depending upon their earning preference once the qualifying stay has posted to the Member’s account.
   
   
2. 48-hour Guaranteed Availability: Limited to a Platinum Member's personal guestroom. Guaranteed room availability for reservations booked at least 48 hours prior to arrival available at all participating Ritz-Carlton hotels. 48 Hour Guaranteed Availability may not be available on certain limited dates (e.g., special events). Benefit cannot be used in conjunction with award usage or any type of promotional or discounted rates.
   
   
3. The Ultimate Reservation Guarantee: To be eligible, Member's Rewards Program Membership Number and a valid credit card number must be included with the reservation. If hotel is unable to honor the reservation, it will pay for comparable accommodations nearby for the Elite Member that night, and compensate the Member for the inconvenience.
   
   
4. Platinum Elite Reservations Line: Exclusive reservations number available for Platinum Elite Members (U.S. and Canada only):
   • Marriott Rewards members call: 800-399-4229
   • The Ritz-Carlton Rewards members call: 800-277-0517

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Platinum, Gold and Silver Membership

1. The maximum Elite Benefits Guarantee compensation paid to an Elite Member during a stay in the U.S. will be $200 USD, even if more than one guaranteed benefit is not delivered to the Elite Member. The maximum Elite Benefits Guarantee compensation paid to an Elite Member during a stay outside the U.S. will be the equivalent of $200 USD paid in local currency, even if more than one guaranteed benefit is not delivered to the Elite Member. If an Elite Member receives Ultimate Reservation Guarantee compensation, then he/she is not eligible to receive additional Elite Benefits Guarantee compensation.
   
   
2. If an Elite Member believes that compensation is due with respect to any aspect of the Elite Benefits Guarantee, he/she must request payment of the compensation while still a guest at the hotel, prior to checking out. Failure to request such payment prior to check out will result in a complete waiver of any right to receive such compensation.
   
   
3. In order to qualify for the Elite Benefits Guarantee, the Elite Member's Membership Number, Elite Membership status, and bed type preferences must be included with the reservation. Reservations made through meeting planners, travel agents, wholesalers or other third party sources must include this information in order to be included in the Guarantee.
   
   
4. If an Elite Member has a confirmed reservation, but is relocated from the hotel upon arrival, the property will pay the Ultimate Reservation Guarantee compensation in place on that date under the Program Rules. If an Elite Member receives Ultimate Reservation Guarantee compensation, then he/she is not eligible to receive additional Elite Benefits Guarantee compensation.
   
   

   Brand		Guest Compensation*
   JW Marriott, EDITION, Autograph Collection, Renaissance Hotels, Marriott Hotels & Resorts, and Gaylord Hotels		$200 USD	2 free room certificates
   AC Hotels, Courtyard, Fairfield Inn & Suites, SpringHill Suites, Residence Inn, TownePlace Suites		$100 USD	2 free room certificates (Platinum Elite Members only)

   
   *Hotels outside the U.S. and Canada will pay the equivalent in their local currency
   
5. Elite Members are eligible to receive the Room Type Guarantee at any JW Marriott, Autograph Collection, Renaissance Hotels, AC Hotels, Marriott Hotels & Resorts, Gaylord Hotels, Courtyard by Marriott, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott, SpringHill Suites by Marriott, Residence Inn by Marriott and TownePlace Suites by Marriott property worldwide. Gold Members are eligible to receive the Room Type Guarantee at any participating U.S. and Canada hotels. Only Platinum members will be honored both room and bed type preferences at participating hotels outside the U.S. and Canada. (Pillow, room location, extra bed, crib requests, etc. requests are not included in the Guarantee.) Note that exact bed sizes may vary at hotels outside the U.S. and Canada.  Does not cover room upgrades.
   
   
   • An Elite Member who makes a reservation on the same day he/she plans to arrive at the hotel, or Elite Member who walks in to a hotel without a reservation is not eligible to receive the Room Type Guarantee
     
     
   • If hotel is unable to fulfill this Room Type Guarantee, Elite Members will be compensated (see below):
     
     

     Brand		Guest Compensation*
     JW Marriott, Autograph Collection, Renaissance Hotels, Marriott Hotels & Resorts, and Gaylord Hotels		$100 USD
     AC Hotels, Courtyard, SpringHill Suites, Residence Inn		$50 USD
     Fairfield Inn & Suites TownePlace Suites		$25 USD

     
     *Hotels outside the U.S. and Canada will pay the equivalent in their local currency
     
6. Guaranteed Concierge/Executive/Club Lounge* access applies to regular hours of operation at JW Marriott, Autograph Collection, Renaissance Hotels and Marriott Hotels & Resorts worldwide. For JW Marriott, Autograph Collection, Renaissance Hotels, and Marriott Hotels & Resorts properties without a Concierge/Executive/Club Lounge, or if the Concierge/Executive/Club Lounge is closed during regular hours of operation, the Platinum and Gold members are entitled to receive a free continental breakfast, Monday through Friday; simply show Membership Card and room key in the hotel restaurant. Outside the U.S. and Canada, continental breakfast is offered 7 days a week. If Concierge/Executive/Club Lounge Access and complimentary continental breakfast is not offered, Elite Members will be compensated $100 USD for the inconvenience. Hotels outside the U.S. will pay the equivalent in local currency.
   
   *Not available at resort locations.
   Complete list of Resorts
   
   
7. Guaranteed Platinum Arrival Gift is available at all participating Marriott Hotel brands. If guarantee is not met, guest compensation applies (see below):
   
   

   Brand		Guest Compensation*
   JW Marriott, Autograph Collection, Renaissance Hotels, Marriott  Hotels & Resorts, and Gaylord Hotels		$100 USD
   Courtyard (U.S. & Canada),  SpringHill Suites, Residence Inn		$50 USD
   AC Hotels, Courtyard (outside U.S. &  Canada)		$50 USD
   Fairfield Inn & Suites, TownePlace  Suites		$25 USD
   Marriott Vacation Club		$100 USD
   EDITION		n/a

   
   *Hotels outside the U.S. and Canada will pay the equivalent in their local currency.
   
   
8. Guests accompanying Elite Members to a participating Marriott brand hotel or Ritz-Carlton hotel are not eligible for the Elite Benefits Guarantee.
   
   
9. The Guarantee applies to all stays, including Rewards Redemption stays.
   
   
10. Elite Members who do not receive their Elite Benefits Guarantee or Ultimate Reservation Guarantee in Russia, any other country subject to currency restrictions or any country prohibited by law from compensating the Member in the form of a cash payment will be compensated with Rewards Program Points.
    
    

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Platinum Membership

1. The maximum Elite Benefits Guarantee compensation paid to a Platinum Member during a stay in the United States will be $200 USD, even if more than one Guaranteed benefit is not delivered to the Member. The maximum Elite Benefits Guarantee compensation paid to a Platinum Member during a stay outside the United States will be the equivalent of $200 USD paid in local currency, even if more than one Guaranteed benefit is not delivered to the Member.
   
   
2. If an Elite Member believes that compensation is due with respect to any aspect of the Elite Benefits Guarantee, he/she must request payment of the compensation while still a guest at the hotel, prior to checking out. Failure to request such payment prior to check out will result in a complete waiver of any right to receive such compensation.
   
   
3. Guaranteed Platinum Arrival Gift: Platinum Elite Members will receive a welcome amenity of 1000 bonus Points or 500 bonus Miles, depending upon their earning preference, once the qualifying stay has posted to the Platinum Elite Member’s account. Contact guest services if the benefit does not post on your account statement within two weeks of your stay.
   
   
4. Guests accompanying Platinum Elite Members to a participating Ritz-Carlton hotel are not eligible for the Elite Benefits Guarantee.
   
   
5. Platinum Elite Members who do not receive their Elite Benefits Guarantee or Ultimate Reservation Guarantee in Russia, any other country subject to currency restrictions, or any country prohibited by law from compensating the Platinum Elite Member in the form of a cash payment, will be compensated with Rewards Program bonus Points.
   
   
6. If an Elite Member has a confirmed reservation, but is relocated from the hotel upon arrival, the property will pay the Ultimate Reservation Guarantee compensation in place on that date under the Program Rules. If a Platinum Elite Member receives Ultimate Reservation Guarantee compensation, then he/she is not eligible to receive additional Elite Benefits Guarantee compensation.
   
   
   • At the Ritz-Carlton: Alternative accommodations, plus $200 USD and 2 free room certificates. Hotels outside the U.S. and Canada will pay the equivalent in their local currency.

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