Starwood Preferred Guest - Yes, Amex is the only SPG card available in the US (modified title)

Please forgive me if the answer is well known, but I am new to SPG world.

We use AA frequent flyer program and have been using a Citi-AA Mastercard to pick up miles from routine spending. We are now considering switching to a SPG card because of their generous 25% bonus when converting to miles. (Of course, while this is motivated by AA miles initially, once we get addicted to SPG points, we would tend to gravitate towards their hotels too. :) )

However, is Amex the only SPG card available in the USA? This is a concern as my impression is that it is accepted in fewer places than MC/Visa.

A casual check at spg.com as well as Google did not reveal any MC/V for US customers, only in Canada. :confused:

It wouldn't be very logical for SPG to have a point-granting partnership and conceal it from prospective consumers, would it?:rolleyes:

However, is Amex the only SPG card available in the USA?





YES

It wouldn't be very logical for SPG to have a point-granting partnership and conceal it from prospective consumers, would it?:rolleyes:

Thanks. I was counting on my ability to occasionally miss the obvious. :)

I just scissored my AA MC last month.

It's not at all competitive with my SPG Amex (12 years now) in annual fee or points. The customer service is much better at Amex. And I can't remember the last place which didn't accept Amex. There must be very few left.

I can't remember the last place which didn't accept Amex. There must be very few left.
You must not use your card much. I still have to use my Visa about 30% of the time.

You must not use your card much. I still have to use my Visa about 30% of the time.

I only put about 30k a year on it. That's about 95% of my total credit card purchases. But I'm semi-retired. You probably spend a lot more than I do.