Originally Posted by
esquiar
You should consider Hyatt if one nearby. Their current promos are superior, and points much more valuable. Good to have Marriott status when Hyatt not available, but Hyatt’s program is much better
Hyatt is also the last remaining chain where the top-tier status actually means something. If I were traveling as much as the OP is, that's the hotel status I'd most prefer. (Although it sounds like he/she may not have that choice.)