I’ve been booking more Residence Inn properties lately for quick one or two night stays. Often they are in suburban / small town areas near leisure activities, and many times they are newer and nicer than comparable properties (Hilton Garden Inn, Courtyard, Best Western, etc). They are also usually more expensive by about $10-20. I just booked a $300+ Residence Inn when the comparable Courtyard was $295, Hampton Inn was $285, etc. In these areas, usually the choices are boutiques or various limited service brands.

The issue is that there stays earn half as many points as standard. Why does the Residence Inn earn 5 points per dollar when the less expensive Courtyard across the street or parking lot earns 10 points? Does the free breakfast cost that much? Why does Residence Inn earn less than Fairfield (which is a lower price brand)? Given how expensive Residence Inn is becoming, Marriott should revisit this