This has been a stable yr of development for Marriott Worldwide (MAR), one of many world’s largest lodge chains. The chain behind luxurious model names reminiscent of The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis, and JW Marriott, operates a robust portfolio of greater than 30 main manufacturers and practically 9,600 properties in 143 international locations and territories.
This yr, in just one quarter, Marriott elevated the variety of its properties and rooms by 120 and 17,903, respectively. Additional, the chain targeting its asset-light enterprise mannequin, or in different phrases, its franchising phase, writes analyst Daniel Javier for Looking for Alpha.
Per Javier, one other strategic transfer Marriott made this yr was setting larger costs in locations the place occupancy is stronger, even at instances of financial headwinds.
On Nov. 4, Marriott disclosed its monetary outcomes for the third quarter of the yr, revealing that luxurious accommodations have boosted income and revenue. Whereas income per obtainable room (RevPAR), a key metric for accommodations, declined 0.4% in the US and Canada, in worldwide markets RevPAR elevated 2.6%, in accordance with Marriott’s Kind 10-Q SEC submitting.
Throughout the earnings name, Marriott Worldwide CEO Anthony Capuano famous that RevPAR development was the strongest on the larger finish, and that the chain is properly positioned to learn farther from its luxurious providing.
Income is rising for Marriott’s luxurious choices.
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Marriott Bonvoy launches longest keep window in sale’s historical past, gives 25% off
Capuano additionally talked about its international loyalty program, Marriott Bonvoy, and the way it “serves as a robust engine for visitor engagement,” bringing huge value to owners and franchisees.
“Membership grew to nearly 260 million members at the end of September, up 18% year-over-year. The power of Marriott Bonvoy is evident across our many adjacent businesses, including Marriott Bonvoy boutiques, Marriott Media Network, Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy and our portfolio of 32 co-branded credit cards across 11 countries.”
More recently, on Nov. 12, Marriott announced a special deal for all Marriott Bonvoy members.
As part of its Cyber Week Sale, Marriott is offering the longest stay window in the sale’s history: from Nov. 30, 2025 through Feb. 22, 2026. This is the first time Marriott is offering such a long stay window with a 25% discount when booking through the Marriott Bonvoy app.
Starting Nov. 25 through Travel Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025, Marriott Bonvoy members can save 25% when booking the offer in-app for one of thousands participating hotels and resorts across the world.
Loyal members who book online will get a 20% discount, while non-members can enjoy 15% off.
“With our longest Cyber Week keep window ever, we’re giving vacationers extra flexibility to rejoice the season on their phrases,” stated Mandy Gill, managing vice president, Brands, Marketing & Digital, U.S. and Canada at Marriott International.
What Marriott Bonvoy offers, and how to become a member
Marriott Bonvoy is a global hotel loyalty program for Marriott International offering free membership and rewards for stays at more than 30 hotel brands.
With each stay and spending, members earn points that can be used for free nights, upgrades, and other services.
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The program also offers benefits including:
- Member-only rates.
- Elite status tiers with various perks like bonus points and late checkouts.
Joining Marriott Bonvoy is free at marriott.com/loyalty.mi or by registering on the Marriott Bonvoy App.
After just 10 nights, members can be upgraded to Silver Elite status, which entitles them to 10% more points on stays, priority late checkouts, and an ultimate reservation guarantee, among other perks.
The loyalty program allows travelers to maximize their savings. Source:Marriott.
Marriott’s Cyber Week Sale: details
This year’s Marriott Cyber Week Sale includes:
- Postcard Cabins Gilchrist Spring: For outdoor enthusiasts, there are 45 tiny cabins with forest views and private fire pits in North Florida’s springs region.
- Le Centre Sheraton Montreal: Renovated hotel just steps from the Bell Centre and St. Catherine Street offers easy access to attractions like Underground City and the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts.
- The Westin D.C. Downtown: Close to National Mall, the newly renovated hotel provides the signature Westin Heavenly Bed and the city’s largest hotel fitness center.
- Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection: Located near the San Antonio River Walk, the hotel and spa contains a lush garden oasis on a historic property.
- W Hoboken: Situated on the waterfront with panoramic views of Manhattan, the hotel was recently redesigned.
Marriott Bonvoy philanthropy
Additionally, in honor of Giving Tuesday, Marriott Bonvoy shared that from Dec. 2, 2025, through Dec. 9, 2025, it will match five Marriott Bonvoy points for every one point donated to a variety of philanthropic partners.
Members can donate points to a variety of organizations that support Marriott’s four commitment areas — Nurture Our World, Sustain Responsible Operations, Empower Through Opportunity, and Welcome All and Advance Human Rights.
Organizations to support include:
- Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals
- Arbor Day Foundation
- International Rescue Committee
- Matthew Shepard Foundation
Members sound off on Marriott Bonvoy
Marriott Bonvoy has existed since February 2019 when it was formed by the merger of three legacy programs: Marriott Rewards, The Ritz-Carlton Rewards, and Starwood Preferred Guest. However, the loyalty programs that preceded it have been around for much longer.
Some members commented on the program’s offering via a Reddit thread, though it is important to mention that only a small percentage of its loyalty members took part in the discussion.
The overall sentiment implies that loyalty still works, but that the expectations need to be reasonable. Being a member doesn’t guarantee luxury or significant upgrades, unless you’re at the higher, elite status.
It appears that Marriott loyalty programs are of more benefit for frequent travelers compared to those who travel less frequently.
Some users argued that the value and consistency of benefits have declined over the years, and that lower-status tiers (Silver, Gold) often deliver negligible perks.
User CA_AllDay wrote that “Marriott rewards used to be insanely good for biz travel,” but that over time, they gradually took away many perks.
Other users praised points accumulation, free nights, and in particular, late checkouts, while a few noted the global footprint of Marriott as a genuine advantage.
User TryingToNotBeInDebt, who has a Bonvoy Brilliant credit card that offers platinum status, a free night, and other benefits, wrote: “Marriotts portfolio of hotels is huge so there are at least a few hotels in the area I am searching. It’s nice to be able to book on points and have the possibility of upgrades, lounge access, free meals, etc. I wouldn’t choose a Marriott with terrible reviews or in a worse location than another hotel just for those benefits though.”
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