Mar 4, 2019, 1:50 pm
Last edit by: mahasamatman
NOTE: this thread is for discussing promotions and discounts on gift card purchases and cash-back rebate sites etc.
Discussion about gift card usage can be found here: https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/marr...on-thread.html
For more details, see the first post of this thread: New to this thread? Start here: Intro - https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/18858149-post1.html
You can use Marriott gift cards to pay for Marriott stays (not applicable for discounted prepaid rates), resort fees and parking fees, treatments at the spa, dining at Marriott properties and more. Keep in mind, however, that some Marriott brands do not accept Marriott gift cards. This includes Bulgari, Design Hotels, Homes & Villas by Marriott International and The Ritz-Carlton Destination Club and possibly more.
Historical portal earning and noticeable deals and discounts (July-2020):
Rakuten: 1.5%
MrRebates: 0%
TopCashBack & BeFrugal:
Discussion about gift card usage can be found here: https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/marr...on-thread.html
For more details, see the first post of this thread: New to this thread? Start here: Intro - https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/18858149-post1.html
You can use Marriott gift cards to pay for Marriott stays (not applicable for discounted prepaid rates), resort fees and parking fees, treatments at the spa, dining at Marriott properties and more. Keep in mind, however, that some Marriott brands do not accept Marriott gift cards. This includes Bulgari, Design Hotels, Homes & Villas by Marriott International and The Ritz-Carlton Destination Club and possibly more.
Historical portal earning and noticeable deals and discounts (July-2020):
Rakuten: 1.5%
MrRebates: 0%
TopCashBack & BeFrugal:
Asia Pacific: 5%
Europe, Africa, etc: 5%
US/Canada Properties: 3%
US/Canada Properties: 3%
There are others as well. See evreward.com and cashbackmonitor.com for other current deals.
Pros and cons of buying hotel Gift Cards:
Pros:
1. 15% discount. We do not get additional earning from credit card since we would have earned the same points by paying with cash (credit card)
2. Good for mattress runs at reduced costs. Assume score lower room rates.
Cons:
1. Commitment to a single brand Marriott. Eliminate the flexibility of stays with Hilton, IHG, Hyatt and other brands.
2. GCs are prepaid funds. The funds do not earn anything (interest). We lose the time value of money. The longer we do not use the GCs, we more we lose.
3. GC values are not protected (perishable). The physical GCs can get lost or stolen. We may forget to use the GCs. The GCs can be hacked and value drained. After the GC purchases, the credit card protection is gone.
4. GCs are not accepted at all hotels. Marriott hotels are more decentralized and it carries so many brands. Some do not follow Marriott rules and they may not accept those GCs even though they should. A lot hotels overseas do not accept the GCs.
5. GCs have limitation. At current time, they can't be used to book prepaid hotel stays. This defeats the main purpose of buying the GCs. The GC holders are not entitled for the discounted hotel rates.
6. GCs are dominated in US $ only. Even if they are accepted at foreign location, GC holders lose further more from foreign exchange. With credit card, we may get to choose to charge in USD $ or local currency.
7. GCs can't be redeemed for cash. If GC holders ever want to get the cash out of the GCs due to financial hardship, they can only be sold at the secondary markets like eBay etc. at steep costs.
To check card balance, visit gifts.marriott.com.
For Customer Service call +1 800.442.6132 or email [email protected].
Gift Card Registration: Lost, stolen or damaged cards will be replaced only if previously registered on gifts.marriott.com. Value of replaced card will equal balance on card at the time it was reported lost, stolen or damaged.
Notes:
1) If you make an LNF/BRG adjustment to your reservation you will still get cash back.
DIRECTIONS FOR A HOTEL TO PROCESS A GIFT CARD
Click on Givex icon
Enter login and password info at 2 levels
- property info
- employee info (password is birthdate MMDD, at least at this property)
Enter gift card number
Click on Check Balance (other 2 options are Activate and Redeem)
Click on Redeem
Enter amount to use
Enter card number again
Click Calculate
Click Submit
I used an e-gift card and a plastic one. It’s the same process for both. No swiping.
Enter login and password info at 2 levels
- property info
- employee info (password is birthdate MMDD, at least at this property)
Enter gift card number
Click on Check Balance (other 2 options are Activate and Redeem)
Click on Redeem
Enter amount to use
Enter card number again
Click Calculate
Click Submit
I used an e-gift card and a plastic one. It’s the same process for both. No swiping.
MASTER THREAD: Current Marriott Gift Card, Cash Back, Tricks & Promos
Sep 10, 2012, 1:23 am
#91
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I wouldn't worry about it as long as it has posted as confirmed - it's a matter of time to get the $. I got mine stuck for 2 months now, I'm ok with it as long it as posted, however my time limit is about 90 days. So if the cash is not available by the end of this month, then I'll contact TCB again.
Sep 10, 2012, 9:47 pm
#92
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: LAX
Programs: DL, AS, Marriott, Hyatt, National
Posts: 862
The affiliate program that runs Marriott's program for all cash back providers doesn't pay out for several weeks after the transaction is complete. I don't know of any cash back provider that will forward payment before they've received it, so you'll have to wait at least until the waiting period stated in their T&C before you should expect progress. If that point passes and nothing changes, I suggest you contact TCB with proof of purchase, tracking info, screenshots, and anything else that would help resolve, and I suspect they'll be responsive.
I wouldn't worry about it as long as it has posted as confirmed - it's a matter of time to get the $. I got mine stuck for 2 months now, I'm ok with it as long it as posted, however my time limit is about 90 days. So if the cash is not available by the end of this month, then I'll contact TCB again.
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Sep 12, 2012, 8:22 pm
#93
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Mid-Atlantic
Programs: AA Plat, UA Silver, DL Silver, Marriott Titanium, etc.
Posts: 4,210
In the past I have received only 1 point per dollar when using the Marriott CC to purchase gift cards from Marriott.com . Seeing the above, I was hopeful that the policy had changed - but last week I only got 1 point per dollar for purchasing a Marriott gift card with their affiliated Visa card.
Sep 12, 2012, 9:00 pm
#94
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Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Florida
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In the past I have received only 1 point per dollar when using the Marriott CC to purchase gift cards from Marriott.com . Seeing the above, I was hopeful that the policy had changed - but last week I only got 1 point per dollar for purchasing a Marriott gift card with their affiliated Visa card.
And if it is Marriott, when you click open the line description, what do you see?
Sep 12, 2012, 9:25 pm
#95
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Sep 13, 2012, 4:06 pm
#96
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Kansas City, MO
Programs: AA PLT, HH DIA, SPG Gold, Hyatt DIA
Posts: 63
Here is the response I got from ebates in regards to my recent gift card purchase through their website:
The purchase still hasn't shown up in the "Cash Pending" section of my account, but the tracking tickets are there and I took a screenshot of the tracking ticket # when I made my purchase. When I purchased gift cards through topcashback & fatwallet the purchase showed up almost immediately so I suspect that their must be something up with the ebates cash back tracking.
Thank you for taking the time to write to us. I am sorry to hear that you have not received any cash-back for your travel purchase. Please allow 40 days from the end of your travel/rental for this order to be accurately credited to your account. If your travel/rental reservation is not credited to your account after 40 days from the end of your travel/rental, please reply to this email with your order confirmation page so we can contact our travel partner regarding this order.
Thank you for your patience.
Thank you for using Ebates every time you shop online.
Thank you for your patience.
Thank you for using Ebates every time you shop online.
Sep 13, 2012, 5:05 pm
#97
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Here is the response I got from ebates in regards to my recent gift card purchase through their website:
The purchase still hasn't shown up in the "Cash Pending" section of my account, but the tracking tickets are there and I took a screenshot of the tracking ticket # when I made my purchase. When I purchased gift cards through topcashback & fatwallet the purchase showed up almost immediately so I suspect that their must be something up with the ebates cash back tracking.
The purchase still hasn't shown up in the "Cash Pending" section of my account, but the tracking tickets are there and I took a screenshot of the tracking ticket # when I made my purchase. When I purchased gift cards through topcashback & fatwallet the purchase showed up almost immediately so I suspect that their must be something up with the ebates cash back tracking.
Sep 13, 2012, 6:29 pm
#98
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Join Date: Aug 2010
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Here is the response I got from ebates in regards to my recent gift card purchase through their website:
The purchase still hasn't shown up in the "Cash Pending" section of my account, but the tracking tickets are there and I took a screenshot of the tracking ticket # when I made my purchase. When I purchased gift cards through topcashback & fatwallet the purchase showed up almost immediately so I suspect that their must be something up with the ebates cash back tracking.
The purchase still hasn't shown up in the "Cash Pending" section of my account, but the tracking tickets are there and I took a screenshot of the tracking ticket # when I made my purchase. When I purchased gift cards through topcashback & fatwallet the purchase showed up almost immediately so I suspect that their must be something up with the ebates cash back tracking.
Sep 13, 2012, 7:33 pm
#99
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Mid-Atlantic
Programs: AA Plat, UA Silver, DL Silver, Marriott Titanium, etc.
Posts: 4,210
I too am curious who is listed as the merchant on your statement. If Marriott, you should call to protest, as all Marriott purchases are supposed to count and your experience contrasts what has happened with my purchases (multiple) over a period of years. Can anyone else chime in with data points on this issue?
I called Chase and they said the points wouldn't post until the next statement (transaction posted on the last day of the period.)
Last edited by GrizShel; Sep 13, 2012 at 7:48 pm Reason: more info
Sep 14, 2012, 1:35 am
#100
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Ah yes, that probably explains it. Bonus points often post later than regular ones.
Sep 15, 2012, 11:36 am
#101
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 6
I got my 12,000 Southwest points 6 weeks after purchase.
Originally Posted by gtu2004 View Post
Does anyone know how long it takes for you to actually receive cashback from TCB for a Marriott gift card purchase? I got it confirmed and pending and stuff, but it's been like 2 months...
Originally Posted by gtu2004 View Post
Does anyone know how long it takes for you to actually receive cashback from TCB for a Marriott gift card purchase? I got it confirmed and pending and stuff, but it's been like 2 months...
Sep 18, 2012, 10:48 am
#102
Join Date: Jul 2012
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I disputed my gc purchase with ebates and provided invoice. Waiting over a week and still no pending credit.
Sep 18, 2012, 11:46 am
#104
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I had a dispute with ebates with Avis and after some long email exchanges I got my cash back - they adjusted it manually (they claim Avis refused to pay).
Sep 18, 2012, 4:28 pm
#105
Join Date: Jan 2011
Posts: 12
Is the 6.5% cash back for Fat Wallet expiration based on booking date or stay date? I have an upcoming stay in December for which I booked through Fat Wallet back when the 6.5% promotion was still in effect. Does it matter that the stay will be well after the promotion is over?
My apologies if this was answered further upstream; didn't catch explicit mention.
Thanks
My apologies if this was answered further upstream; didn't catch explicit mention.
Thanks
