Dec 30, 2015, 10:18 am
Last edit by: rustykettel
Ten (10) Elite Nights are given for each meeting held in a participating hotel under the "Rewarding Events" program. See below for non-participating brands. Information about the Rewarding Events program may be found at https://www.marriott.com/meeting-eve...els/rewards.mi
The 10 elite nights per meeting are independent of any hotel rooms booked in conjunction with the meeting. In fact, no hotel rooms have to be booked as part of the meeting in order to receive credit for 10 elite nights.
Although the Rewarding Events webpage refers to room nights for meeting participants, the most important section is the one that states 10 Elite Nights, regardless if you or your guest is paying for it
In general, a written contract is required (or should be obtained). In many cases, the meeting is booked through a central Marriott group sales office instead of directly with a hotel. If booked through a central Marriott group sales office, there is a three-page contract that makes reference to the Rewarding Events program on page 2 of the agreement. A MR member number should be included in this area of the contract by the group sales office.
FAQs:
Q: What brands participate in the Rewarding Events program?
A: AC Hotels by Marriott, Aloft, Autograph Collection, Courtyard by Marriott, Delta Hotels by Marriott, EDITION, Element, Fairfield by Marriott, Four Points by Marriott, Gaylord Hotels, JW Marriott, LeMéridien, The Luxury Collection, Marriott Hotels, Marriott Vacation Club, Moxy Hotels, Protea Hotels by Marriott, Renaissance Hotels, The Ritz-Carlton, Sheraton, St. Regis, Tribute Portfolio, W Hotels, & Westin.
Residence Inn by Marriott, TownePlace Suites, & Marriott Executive Apartments do not participate in the program.
Q: How do I find a hotel that participates?
A: Click on the link to the Rewarding Events page and then in the "Plan" section of the page click on the "Find a Hotel" box. Enter the city you'd like to have your meeting in, purpose of event (Business) and then check the "I need meeting/event space" box. Enter the size of your meeting (2 attendees should work) and then click the "Find" box. Leave the start date and end date blank. A list of potential hotels will be shown. The smallest meeting room is not usually shown online --- you may need to call each hotel to find out which one has a boardroom or other small meeting room. Once you've found a small meeting room, then request a quote online.
Q: How quickly will Marriott respond with a quote?
A: Usually within a day or two --- and usually via email. The email should contain a telephone number of the group sales contact. Give them a call and tell them you'd like to follow up on the quote and you're interested in booking the smallest room available for a 2 person meeting for an hour. If they quote a price that's higher than you want to pay, ask them if they can get approval for a lower priced meeting (e.g., a recent quote was for $75 for an 8 hour use of a CY boardroom). They accepted a counter of $50 for a one-hour meeting in the room (plus service charge plus local sales tax). Urban hotels may charge significantly higher rates for meeting space than a smaller, less congested city.
Q: Is a contract required?
A: The terms of the program suggest "yes" --- although there are reports that 10 elite nights have been granted without contracts. A best practice would be to obtain a contract.
Q: How long do points and EQNs take to post after the event is over?
A: Generally, this takes 3+ business days. According to Marriott, it can take 15 business days. If you do not see anything post after 15 business days, contact the hotel before contacting Marriott customer support. The hotel has to be the one to post it.
You will get an e-mail with a subject line Your Rewarding Events Award has Posted: EVENT NAME
Q: Will the hotel know what I am talking about when I say points and elite night credits?
A: Probably not. They may know about the rewarding events points being 3x per dollar spent, but not always. Usually they know of only the Marriott system (Group Posting Tool) where they input how much you spent and when. This is done after the event and is usually authorized by the sales or general manager.
Q: The contract doesn't say anything about points, will I still earn them?
A: YMMV but so far all the electronic contracts from the website state it, but some fail to read it. The paper contracts usually talk about points, but some reports that they don't, but still post. Remember this is a Marriott Rewards benefit that the hotels don't seem to be footing the bill for.
The 10 elite nights per meeting are independent of any hotel rooms booked in conjunction with the meeting. In fact, no hotel rooms have to be booked as part of the meeting in order to receive credit for 10 elite nights.
Although the Rewarding Events webpage refers to room nights for meeting participants, the most important section is the one that states 10 Elite Nights, regardless if you or your guest is paying for it
In general, a written contract is required (or should be obtained). In many cases, the meeting is booked through a central Marriott group sales office instead of directly with a hotel. If booked through a central Marriott group sales office, there is a three-page contract that makes reference to the Rewarding Events program on page 2 of the agreement. A MR member number should be included in this area of the contract by the group sales office.
FAQs:
Q: What brands participate in the Rewarding Events program?
A: AC Hotels by Marriott, Aloft, Autograph Collection, Courtyard by Marriott, Delta Hotels by Marriott, EDITION, Element, Fairfield by Marriott, Four Points by Marriott, Gaylord Hotels, JW Marriott, LeMéridien, The Luxury Collection, Marriott Hotels, Marriott Vacation Club, Moxy Hotels, Protea Hotels by Marriott, Renaissance Hotels, The Ritz-Carlton, Sheraton, St. Regis, Tribute Portfolio, W Hotels, & Westin.
Residence Inn by Marriott, TownePlace Suites, & Marriott Executive Apartments do not participate in the program.
Q: How do I find a hotel that participates?
A: Click on the link to the Rewarding Events page and then in the "Plan" section of the page click on the "Find a Hotel" box. Enter the city you'd like to have your meeting in, purpose of event (Business) and then check the "I need meeting/event space" box. Enter the size of your meeting (2 attendees should work) and then click the "Find" box. Leave the start date and end date blank. A list of potential hotels will be shown. The smallest meeting room is not usually shown online --- you may need to call each hotel to find out which one has a boardroom or other small meeting room. Once you've found a small meeting room, then request a quote online.
Q: How quickly will Marriott respond with a quote?
A: Usually within a day or two --- and usually via email. The email should contain a telephone number of the group sales contact. Give them a call and tell them you'd like to follow up on the quote and you're interested in booking the smallest room available for a 2 person meeting for an hour. If they quote a price that's higher than you want to pay, ask them if they can get approval for a lower priced meeting (e.g., a recent quote was for $75 for an 8 hour use of a CY boardroom). They accepted a counter of $50 for a one-hour meeting in the room (plus service charge plus local sales tax). Urban hotels may charge significantly higher rates for meeting space than a smaller, less congested city.
Q: Is a contract required?
A: The terms of the program suggest "yes" --- although there are reports that 10 elite nights have been granted without contracts. A best practice would be to obtain a contract.
Q: How long do points and EQNs take to post after the event is over?
A: Generally, this takes 3+ business days. According to Marriott, it can take 15 business days. If you do not see anything post after 15 business days, contact the hotel before contacting Marriott customer support. The hotel has to be the one to post it.
You will get an e-mail with a subject line Your Rewarding Events Award has Posted: EVENT NAME
Q: Will the hotel know what I am talking about when I say points and elite night credits?
A: Probably not. They may know about the rewarding events points being 3x per dollar spent, but not always. Usually they know of only the Marriott system (Group Posting Tool) where they input how much you spent and when. This is done after the event and is usually authorized by the sales or general manager.
Q: The contract doesn't say anything about points, will I still earn them?
A: YMMV but so far all the electronic contracts from the website state it, but some fail to read it. The paper contracts usually talk about points, but some reports that they don't, but still post. Remember this is a Marriott Rewards benefit that the hotels don't seem to be footing the bill for.
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Jan 7, 2016, 10:45 am
#1141
Join Date: May 2002
Location: DTW
Programs: DL FF, Marriott LT Plat., National EA
Posts: 100
Looks like they removed the 10 nights per meeting: http://www.marriott.com/meeting-event-hotels/rewards.mi
Not on the page anymore.
Not on the page anymore.
Jan 7, 2016, 10:48 am
#1142
Join Date: May 2002
Location: DTW
Programs: DL FF, Marriott LT Plat., National EA
Posts: 100
Couple personal experience updates on comments made in this thread:
1) I did successfully sign up for a Marriott "Business" Credit Card on top of the "Personal" Card I've had for years. So, I got something like 25 or 30 nights credit between the two cards, not counting the additional nights per $3000. Haven't spent enough to get my points bonus yet, but I'm sure I will.
2) I successfully had two small group meetings for $100 each and did receive the 10 nights for each meeting. It was pretty easy.
3) Between the points above and my actual stays, I ended up with 74 nights. After a quick chat session with Customer Service, however... they were nice enough to bump me to Platinum as a courtesy.
I just love Marriott!
1) I did successfully sign up for a Marriott "Business" Credit Card on top of the "Personal" Card I've had for years. So, I got something like 25 or 30 nights credit between the two cards, not counting the additional nights per $3000. Haven't spent enough to get my points bonus yet, but I'm sure I will.
2) I successfully had two small group meetings for $100 each and did receive the 10 nights for each meeting. It was pretty easy.
3) Between the points above and my actual stays, I ended up with 74 nights. After a quick chat session with Customer Service, however... they were nice enough to bump me to Platinum as a courtesy.
I just love Marriott!
Jan 7, 2016, 11:18 am
#1143
Join Date: Feb 2011
Posts: 186
Couple personal experience updates on comments made in this thread:
1) I did successfully sign up for a Marriott "Business" Credit Card on top of the "Personal" Card I've had for years. So, I got something like 25 or 30 nights credit between the two cards, not counting the additional nights per $3000. Haven't spent enough to get my points bonus yet, but I'm sure I will.
2) I successfully had two small group meetings for $100 each and did receive the 10 nights for each meeting. It was pretty easy.
3) Between the points above and my actual stays, I ended up with 74 nights. After a quick chat session with Customer Service, however... they were nice enough to bump me to Platinum as a courtesy.
I just love Marriott!
1) I did successfully sign up for a Marriott "Business" Credit Card on top of the "Personal" Card I've had for years. So, I got something like 25 or 30 nights credit between the two cards, not counting the additional nights per $3000. Haven't spent enough to get my points bonus yet, but I'm sure I will.
2) I successfully had two small group meetings for $100 each and did receive the 10 nights for each meeting. It was pretty easy.
3) Between the points above and my actual stays, I ended up with 74 nights. After a quick chat session with Customer Service, however... they were nice enough to bump me to Platinum as a courtesy.
I just love Marriott!
Jan 7, 2016, 11:24 am
#1144
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: South Florida
Programs: AA LTG (EXP), Hilton Silver (Dia), Marriott LTP (PP), SPG LTG (P) > MPG LTPP
Posts: 11,329
Couple personal experience updates on comments made in this thread:
1) I did successfully sign up for a Marriott "Business" Credit Card on top of the "Personal" Card I've had for years. So, I got something like 25 or 30 nights credit between the two cards, not counting the additional nights per $3000. Haven't spent enough to get my points bonus yet, but I'm sure I will.
2) I successfully had two small group meetings for $100 each and did receive the 10 nights for each meeting. It was pretty easy.
3) Between the points above and my actual stays, I ended up with 74 nights. After a quick chat session with Customer Service, however... they were nice enough to bump me to Platinum as a courtesy.
I just love Marriott!
1) I did successfully sign up for a Marriott "Business" Credit Card on top of the "Personal" Card I've had for years. So, I got something like 25 or 30 nights credit between the two cards, not counting the additional nights per $3000. Haven't spent enough to get my points bonus yet, but I'm sure I will.
2) I successfully had two small group meetings for $100 each and did receive the 10 nights for each meeting. It was pretty easy.
3) Between the points above and my actual stays, I ended up with 74 nights. After a quick chat session with Customer Service, however... they were nice enough to bump me to Platinum as a courtesy.
I just love Marriott!
Bottom line is if you're happy, that's all that matters.
Jan 7, 2016, 11:43 am
#1145
Join Date: Jun 2015
Posts: 6
You do not have to show up so pick a hotel in a lower priced market. Lots of cheap ones around Dallas. There are several that will do $75. You can organize all online and by email, and never talk to a person, don't show, and points/nights appear. It's very easy. Just book at least 3 days in advance so it's all done through Marriott website. The hotel will send you the contract, you sign, send back, etc.... It will show up online as $150 but when you change it to a 1 or 2 hour meeting they will update the price down to $75. You'll see it all online before you accept and pay. SIMPLE. No I am not going to tell you specific hotels so don't PM me.
Jan 8, 2016, 7:24 am
#1146
Join Date: Nov 2001
Location: GEG
Programs: Marriott Lifetime Platinum, Hilton Diamond, Lifetime SkyClub, AS MVP
Posts: 2,410
Jan 8, 2016, 7:27 am
#1147
Join Date: Nov 2001
Location: GEG
Programs: Marriott Lifetime Platinum, Hilton Diamond, Lifetime SkyClub, AS MVP
Posts: 2,410
Jan 8, 2016, 9:16 am
#1148
Join Date: May 2002
Location: DTW
Programs: DL FF, Marriott LT Plat., National EA
Posts: 100
Actually, I should have enough nights this year to reach lifetime gold, so the rollover nights probably wouldn't have done me any good. This year was just an anomaly since I hadn't been planning on getting the Marriott Reward Credit Card for Business.
Jan 8, 2016, 1:37 pm
#1149
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: MSP
Programs: DL PM, MM, NR; HH Diamond, Bonvoy LT Gold, Hyatt Explorist, IHG Diamond, others
Posts: 12,159
They'd have put you that much closer to LT Platinum.
Jan 8, 2016, 1:48 pm
#1150
Join Date: May 2005
Programs: Marriott LT Titanium, Hilton LT Diamond, AA LT Platinum
Posts: 426
Some people seem to have an easier time making this work than I have found. Using the instructions from the wiki, I filled out an online form and designated a Courtyard near me. I received a reply to call a particular number at the hotel. I did,and I left messages, but never received a reply. I also checked into a FS Marriott and met the sales/conference manager. I was told renting a conference room would get me only 1 elite night, and I had to actually book 10 rooms to get 10 nights credit. So I don't see how this is so easy for some.
Jan 8, 2016, 1:53 pm
#1151
Join Date: Feb 2011
Posts: 186
Some people seem to have an easier time making this work than I have found. Using the instructions from the wiki, I filled out an online form and designated a Courtyard near me. I received a reply to call a particular number at the hotel. I did,and I left messages, but never received a reply. I also checked into a FS Marriott and met the sales/conference manager. I was told renting a conference room would get me only 1 elite night, and I had to actually book 10 rooms to get 10 nights credit. So I don't see how this is so easy for some.
Jan 8, 2016, 2:45 pm
#1152
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Chicago area
Programs: Marriott Platinum, AA Gold
Posts: 50
See post 1126 in this thread...
Jan 8, 2016, 3:10 pm
#1154
Join Date: Nov 2001
Location: GEG
Programs: Marriott Lifetime Platinum, Hilton Diamond, Lifetime SkyClub, AS MVP
Posts: 2,410
Jan 8, 2016, 3:12 pm
#1155
Join Date: Nov 2001
Location: GEG
Programs: Marriott Lifetime Platinum, Hilton Diamond, Lifetime SkyClub, AS MVP
Posts: 2,410
Some people seem to have an easier time making this work than I have found. Using the instructions from the wiki, I filled out an online form and designated a Courtyard near me. I received a reply to call a particular number at the hotel. I did,and I left messages, but never received a reply. I also checked into a FS Marriott and met the sales/conference manager. I was told renting a conference room would get me only 1 elite night, and I had to actually book 10 rooms to get 10 nights credit. So I don't see how this is so easy for some.
Other than the time delay, it was very easy.
If you run into a clueless person, PM me and I'll give you the contact information for the person I dealt with in Group Sales so that they can teach your local person what they're doing wrong.