Originally Posted by
Jon Maiman
Towneplace suites earn the same number of elite nights as a typical Marriott property (1 elite night per night stayed). All Marriott traditional hotel brands earn 1 elite night per night stayed. Marriott Executive Apartments only earns 1 night for every 3 nights. Points per dollar does vary by brand. The extended stay brands Towneplace Suites, Residence Inn, and Element only earn 5 points/dollar rather than 10 points/dollar.
--Jon
I don't understand why the extended stay brands earn less per $. It's not likely those are any cheaper than other brands (except for higher end/luxury brands). I personally value having a refrigerator and a microwave on vacations, so I end up choosing the extended stay brands more often.
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