Originally Posted by
nickfromct
The only benefit of consequence I am aware of are the 5 day marriott travel packages vs. the 7 day travel packages typically offered by marriott. I've heard of some folks getting day passes to their home MVCI resort if they live locally or are visiting the area. You also get one night elite credit for every night stayed in a MVCI resort and points for incidental charges on your room bill. Not aware of anything else.
Yes, this is the biggest benefit to me as I mostly value airline miles and usually find a good deal on hotel rates. I try to use the 5 night packages only at hotels that are just crazy expensive. For example, I'm using it for the JW Marriott Rio. Best rate for the time I'm going there is $580 plus tax per night. No way I'm paying that much for that hotel. I mean, it's a nice hotel, but my limit is about $300 anywhere.
Night credit for staying in your MVCI unit is a nice feature they added a few years ago, and discounts on paying to stay at other MVCI locations has always been available.
I think this list is complete, as far as I know.
Billy