Originally Posted by
BlondeBomber
While not providing a huge benefit, it cost me nothing and got me late check out and an oceanside with balcony upgrade in Panama in 2025and a nice room in Nashville in 2024--my only two Bonvoy stays in the last 2 years.
Don't use it much but appreciate the little bit it does offer.

Oh yeah, if you have no status with Marriott it is certainly better than nothing, and worth picking up. I'm Titanium now but lifetime Gold with Bonvoy and I certainly away appreciate a late checkout or a better room when they have them available.