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
Dec 9, 2018, 8:03 am
#1411
FlyerTalk Evangelist
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This may already be mentioned in the thread, but I wanted to point out that I have a booking at the Ritz-Carlton Berlin that I booked through Ebates during the 12% and it is showing in the cash back list despite the Ritz-Carlton exclusion in the terms. No idea if it'll actually pay out or not, I guess I'll find out in six months after the stay. Also, as has been mentioned here, SPG properties don't work even if they've been moved to the new booking platform (Tribute, Sheraton, etc).
Dec 9, 2018, 2:23 pm
#1412
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: Western Canada
Programs: Air Canada SE, Marriott Platinum
Posts: 331
Marriott and Mr Rebates
Hi all,
Does anyone use Mr Rebates for Marriott bookings?
I get extensive value out of this from IHG bookings, however I haven't had a single one go through. I use a Canadian Prof. Sales Assoc. travel rate code, and am wondering if that is the reason I am not getting my rebates back.
Before I holler at Mr Rebates and open up a dozen tickets, anyone have experience with this Rebate program and Marriott and can comment?
Does anyone use Mr Rebates for Marriott bookings?
I get extensive value out of this from IHG bookings, however I haven't had a single one go through. I use a Canadian Prof. Sales Assoc. travel rate code, and am wondering if that is the reason I am not getting my rebates back.
Before I holler at Mr Rebates and open up a dozen tickets, anyone have experience with this Rebate program and Marriott and can comment?
Dec 9, 2018, 5:05 pm
#1413
A FlyerTalk Posting Legend
Join Date: Aug 2002
Programs: UALifetimePremierGold, Marriott LifetimeTitanium
Posts: 71,114
No experience w/ the specific, but you might want to check this thread to see if others have reported similar:
https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/marr...ks-promos.html
Cheers.
https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/marr...ks-promos.html
Cheers.
Dec 16, 2018, 8:17 am
#1420
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: BOS/EAP
Programs: UA 1K, MR LTT, HH Dia, Amex Plat
Posts: 32,088
Hi all,
Does anyone use Mr Rebates for Marriott bookings?
I get extensive value out of this from IHG bookings, however I haven't had a single one go through. I use a Canadian Prof. Sales Assoc. travel rate code, and am wondering if that is the reason I am not getting my rebates back.
Before I holler at Mr Rebates and open up a dozen tickets, anyone have experience with this Rebate program and Marriott and can comment?
Does anyone use Mr Rebates for Marriott bookings?
I get extensive value out of this from IHG bookings, however I haven't had a single one go through. I use a Canadian Prof. Sales Assoc. travel rate code, and am wondering if that is the reason I am not getting my rebates back.
Before I holler at Mr Rebates and open up a dozen tickets, anyone have experience with this Rebate program and Marriott and can comment?
Dec 21, 2018, 5:17 pm
#1423
Join Date: Oct 2017
Programs: ANA,Qantas,asiamiles,Royal Skies,Enrich
Posts: 198
AIA Vitality Marriott discount
Those in Asia can take advantage of AIA Vitality Marriott cashback
the info below is for Malaysia.link for HK provided below
https://www.aiavitality.com.hk/vmp-hk/partners/marriott
unfortunately this benefit has ended in SG
Your AIA Vitality Status Discount
You are entitled for up to 2 (two) hotel rooms with cashback across all hotel partners in a membership year.Any 1 (one) room booked at this discount will be deducted from your entitlementAIA Vitality Status
Cashback for *Standard Room Types
Bronze
15%
Silver
20%
Gold
30%
Platinum
50%
*Subject to availability. Other terms & conditions apply, please refer to below
Terms & conditions (effective from 23 July 2018):
- The discount in the form of cashback applies to only standard rooms including Deluxe or Superior rooms from hotels listed here. Suites or apartments are excluded for the benefit.
- Packages with breakfast or meals are not eligible for the discount.
- The total discount is applied to the room rate only (excluding taxes, surcharges and other expenses), rounded up to the nearest ringgit.
- The discount applies to a maximum of 2 hotel rooms and a maximum of 5 nights per room across all hotel partners of AIA Vitality in each membership year.
- The discount in the form of cashback is applied on a limit of RM600 per room per night i.e. your discount will be calculated up to the room rate of RM600 depending on your status. For example, if your status is Gold and the room rate is RM800 per night: 30% cashback is applied on RM600 (limit), which amounts to RM180 per night.
- The discou
Dec 24, 2018, 8:35 am
#1425
Join Date: Mar 2007
Posts: 200
Marriott Properties that Sell Gift Cards
Is there a thread listing Marriott properties that still sell gift cards? With all the AmEx offers, I’ve been calling a lot of properties and only found 1 selling gift cards. It seems to be well known though because the manager asked if they were offering points again.