May 31, 2019, 4:42 pm
Last edit by: SPN Lifer
This discussion thread is focused on the "classic" (or "old") Marriott Rewards Premier Visa Card issued by Chase (a black metal card) that is currently closed to new applicants. The classic card provides one elite night credit for every $3,000 of spend, an annual free night certificate (which may be used at Category 1-4 hotels), and 15 elite night credits annually.
The discussion thread on the "current" Marriott Premier Plus Visa Card (a/k/a Chase Marriott Bonvoy Visa Card) may be found here: https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/marr...on-thread.html.
There is also a discussion thread in the Chase credit card forum on the Marriott cards: https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/chas...ts-2016-a.html. Note that this Chase forum discussion thread has posts on both the classic and current cards (which have slightly different benefits.)
The discussion thread on the "current" Marriott Premier Plus Visa Card (a/k/a Chase Marriott Bonvoy Visa Card) may be found here: https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/marr...on-thread.html.
There is also a discussion thread in the Chase credit card forum on the Marriott cards: https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/chas...ts-2016-a.html. Note that this Chase forum discussion thread has posts on both the classic and current cards (which have slightly different benefits.)
Marriott Rewards Premier Visa Credit Card
Jul 5, 2018, 1:40 pm
#16
Join Date: Mar 2014
Location: DCA
Programs: MR Plat; AA Gold; UA Silver
Posts: 352
The website for the card clearly shows you will still get 1 elite night per $3k for the Premier credit card (but not premier plus). I tried to copy/paste it here but the stupid website won't let me. I think the "on or before March 1" language is meant to imply you cannot get 15 nights from the Marriott card PLUS 15 (or whatever) nights from ANOTHER credit card.
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Jul 5, 2018, 1:45 pm
#17
Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: SLC/HEL/Anywhere with a Beach
Programs: Marriott Ambassador; AA EXP 3MM; AS MVP, Hilton Gold, CH-47/UH-60/C-23/C-130 VET
Posts: 5,234
Not to be difficult but absent the 1 elite night per $3k, there's no reason not to switch cards. Of course, the Premier Plus 10k bonus is not worth doing.
Jul 5, 2018, 2:19 pm
#19
Join Date: Apr 2003
Location: SLC/HEL/Anywhere with a Beach
Programs: Marriott Ambassador; AA EXP 3MM; AS MVP, Hilton Gold, CH-47/UH-60/C-23/C-130 VET
Posts: 5,234
Jul 5, 2018, 3:43 pm
#20
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: CT
Programs: DL DM 2MM, MR LTT, Hilton D, Hertz PC. National Emerald Exec, UA Silver(thanks to Marriott)
Posts: 2,026
PR Spin, Do you think we are stupid
Got an email from Marriot regarding the new merged loyalty programs with the titleYour Marriott Rewards® Premier Credit Card has updated benefits
The text that stood out for me was
Also, beginning January 1, 2019, if you have more than one Marriott Rewards, Starwood Preferred Guest, or Ritz-Carlton Rewards credit card, you will only receive a total of one 15 Elite Night Credits benefit per calendar year, which will be credited to one of your Marriott Loyalty Program accounts.
And then just below
We hope you enjoy all the updated benefits of your Marriott Rewards Premier Credit Card. If you have questions, please call us anytime at the number on the back of your Card.
But they also snuck this one in: Beginning August 1, 2018, the Free Night Award you receive every year after account anniversary, will be valid for a one-night hotel stay at a property with a redemption level up to 25,000 points. This replaces the category 1-5 certificate you previously earned each account anniversary.
The text that stood out for me was
Also, beginning January 1, 2019, if you have more than one Marriott Rewards, Starwood Preferred Guest, or Ritz-Carlton Rewards credit card, you will only receive a total of one 15 Elite Night Credits benefit per calendar year, which will be credited to one of your Marriott Loyalty Program accounts.
And then just below
We hope you enjoy all the updated benefits of your Marriott Rewards Premier Credit Card. If you have questions, please call us anytime at the number on the back of your Card.
But they also snuck this one in: Beginning August 1, 2018, the Free Night Award you receive every year after account anniversary, will be valid for a one-night hotel stay at a property with a redemption level up to 25,000 points. This replaces the category 1-5 certificate you previously earned each account anniversary.
Jul 5, 2018, 4:08 pm
#21
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Cockeysville, MD
Programs: Marriott Rewards Lifetime Titanium, Amex Plat, Hertz Gold 5*, National Exec, AA Plat
Posts: 9,467
That's the same value as the current certificate. 25K points is a Cat 5 and the new Cat 4. Not surprised-unless I am missing something. I just have to go to China to use it at RC and StR now! 
Jul 5, 2018, 4:10 pm
#22
Join Date: May 2009
Posts: 1,570
...Beginning August 1, 2018, the Free Night Award you receive every year after account anniversary, will be valid for a one-night hotel stay at a property with a redemption level up to 25,000 points. This replaces the category 1-5 certificate you previously earned each account anniversary.
Jul 5, 2018, 4:14 pm
#23
Join Date: Jun 2012
Location: CLT
Programs: Marriott Plat, AA Gold
Posts: 1,076
Jul 5, 2018, 4:16 pm
#24
Join Date: Mar 2017
Location: British Columbia
Programs: AS MVPG100K, Marriott Marriott Titanium Elite, Hilton Gold
Posts: 7,263
James
Jul 5, 2018, 4:16 pm
#25
Join Date: Jul 1999
Location: Land of 10,000 Upgrades
Posts: 9,465
Existing discussion here:
https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/marr...e-card-96.html
https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/marr...e-card-96.html
Jul 5, 2018, 4:23 pm
#26
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Cockeysville, MD
Programs: Marriott Rewards Lifetime Titanium, Amex Plat, Hertz Gold 5*, National Exec, AA Plat
Posts: 9,467
I just looked at the new card with Chase. A link to convert my existing card. Easy to fill out form...then it said "sorry no offer for you".
Jul 5, 2018, 4:30 pm
#27
Join Date: May 2009
Posts: 1,570
**Unless they give me credit for 10 years of gold/plat elite, in which case I will no longer care about night credits and I'll switch for the 35K point annual free night.
Jul 5, 2018, 7:56 pm
#28
Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: SFO
Programs: UA 1MM, Marriott LTP, Hilton Gold, Hyatt Explorist, Hertz PC
Posts: 1,003
My offer was only 10K points - not enough to tempt me - but some people got larger offers. I'm sticking with the legacy card for the elite night credit for the $3000 spend;** when they announce that is going away, that will be a different story.
**Unless they give me credit for 10 years of gold/plat elite, in which case I will no longer care about night credits and I'll switch for the 35K point annual free night.
**Unless they give me credit for 10 years of gold/plat elite, in which case I will no longer care about night credits and I'll switch for the 35K point annual free night.
Jul 6, 2018, 9:33 am
#29
Join Date: Oct 2009
Posts: 502
it doesnt mean that at all. there is a footnote for that point and that addresses those who have multiple cards that give yearly elite credits. this was mentioned since the new program first was announced in april. marriott accounts are only going to receive one yearly bonus going forward. none of the wording addresses the 1 night / $3k spending which stands to reason it will stick around until it is formally canceled. i have to imagine that feature is such a drop in the bucket in the long run it probably isnt worth ruffling the feathers of those card holders.
Jul 6, 2018, 9:35 am
#30
Join Date: Oct 2013
Location: ORD
Programs: UA Silver, Marriott Platinum/LT Platinum, Hilton Gold
Posts: 5,594
My offer was only 10K points - not enough to tempt me - but some people got larger offers. I'm sticking with the legacy card for the elite night credit for the $3000 spend;** when they announce that is going away, that will be a different story.
**Unless they give me credit for 10 years of gold/plat elite, in which case I will no longer care about night credits and I'll switch for the 35K point annual free night.
**Unless they give me credit for 10 years of gold/plat elite, in which case I will no longer care about night credits and I'll switch for the 35K point annual free night.