Originally Posted by
phltraveler
If we follow what
earned points in the legacy MR program, one of two definitions is possible:
- If we follow what earned 10 points per dollar on "qualifying charges" at higher end properties, then this would include most folio items (restaurant, spa, etc.) charged to a room. Taxes on room rate, gift card purchases, third party provided goods (e.g. when a hotel has a third party providing their parking), and catering/banquet charges would be excluded.
- If we follow earning at most other Marriott properties, the spend that earned 10/5/2.5 points per dollar was the base room rate, exclusive of taxes and fees.
Not 100% correct. Some hotels (RI and TPS) only earn 5 points per dollar spent.
Additionally, MR members currently earn points for spend on events. According to the
Rewarding Events FAQ:
What hotel or event charges qualify to earn points or miles?
You will earn points or miles on:
Guest rooms (regardless if the company or the guest pays)
Meeting room rental
Food and beverage
Audiovisual
Any décor ordered by hotel
The earning rate for this spend is 3 points per dollar spent, up to 50K points per event. Note that Marriott explicitly rewards event contract guest room spend even when the rooms are paid for by others.
It seems that many folks replying are treating spend under an event contract as if it is part of a different program, but it is not. Most folks who book events ALSO stay at Marriott properties. All points earned are mingled in the overall MR program.