Originally Posted by
Tanic
Unlikely since points redemption is assigned by bonvOY. What could be negotiated is a point rebate by the property, but unless the hotel is nearly full they are getting a minimal payment from Marriott for the room.
I have never in my life seen this happen and would be floored if it did. As you said, unless every night booked is on a night with nearly maximum occupancy, the hotel is barely breaking even on that room. Probably not even that.