Originally Posted by
canyonleo
One can't compare "8k points" and "1k points" across programs, one needs to consider how many points are required for comparable rewards.
Of course, all the other items (water, food, etc.) have (some, minimal) consideration...
For me, the other items (water, food, club access, suites) are infinitely more important than points/free nights. Points/free nights don't enter into the hotel loyalty program equation for me. YMMV, especially if your stays are on OPM.