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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Jun 29, 2016, 6:59 am
#1306
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: DCA - PDX - LAX
Programs: AA Gold, UA Silver, Marriott Titanium, AS 75k
Posts: 767
I tested it out with a single and it worked great. I did 5 more (5 different locations, a couple days apart). None have posted yet, it's been 2 weeks. Who do I contact to ask about it?
Two of the places actually contacted me to have real contracts signed, so I could email them. One place sent me an automated electronic contract, so no idea there. The other two I've had no contact with (same with the first one I did).
One place hasn't even charged me, my "meeting" was 7 days ago at that hotel.
The Omaha email has a group sales number, should I just call that?
Really want these 5 to post, that's all I need to hit platinum.
Two of the places actually contacted me to have real contracts signed, so I could email them. One place sent me an automated electronic contract, so no idea there. The other two I've had no contact with (same with the first one I did).
One place hasn't even charged me, my "meeting" was 7 days ago at that hotel.
The Omaha email has a group sales number, should I just call that?
Really want these 5 to post, that's all I need to hit platinum.
Jun 29, 2016, 8:32 am
#1307
Join Date: Apr 2015
Posts: 27
Folks in Omaha can't help you, only you on-site event manager and their supervisor can. It can take between 1 day and for me the longest was 16 business days. As for the not charged meeting-- no idea. Maybe they cancelled because you were no-show or just forgot. I would wait at least 10 business days past the event date to call.
Jun 29, 2016, 8:44 am
#1308
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: DCA - PDX - LAX
Programs: AA Gold, UA Silver, Marriott Titanium, AS 75k
Posts: 767
So when you say no contact you mean that the event date passed and the hotel never contacted you to confirm or upsell--AND you have already paid? That is strange. I would call the hotel and ask for the F&B/Event folks. Generally after an online request you get a call or e-mail from the hotel confirming the info, trying to upsell you on A/v and F&B and then telling you they are charging your card. That person is your POC who you can remind gently about the points. But if your event passed, you have been charged, and haven't heard anything, that is odd so just call the hotel. Omaha can also help by emailing them on your behalf, but can't help with points directly.
Jun 29, 2016, 9:24 am
#1309
Join Date: Apr 2015
Posts: 27
So when you say no contact you mean that the event date passed and the hotel never contacted you to confirm or upsell--AND you have already paid? That is strange. I would call the hotel and ask for the F&B/Event folks. Generally after an online request you get a call or e-mail from the hotel confirming the info, trying to upsell you on A/v and F&B and then telling you they are charging your card. That person is your POC who you can remind gently about the points. But if your event passed, you have been charged, and haven't heard anything, that is odd so just call the hotel. Omaha can also help by emailing them on your behalf, but can't help with points directly.
Jul 1, 2016, 1:14 am
#1310
Join Date: May 2009
Location: SEA
Programs: AA EXP (2.5MM), Hilton Gold, Marriott Titanium
Posts: 4,859
Manged to book some decent options at $75/meeting but have read reference to some at $50. I need 2 more meetings to get to Plat and looking to do it by end of July. Can anyone PM or share recommendations for $50 range meeting locations?
Jul 2, 2016, 8:57 pm
#1311
Join Date: Aug 2000
Location: Newton Centre, MA, USA
Programs: DL 2MM Gold, AA Plat Pro; Hilton Lifetime Diamond, Bonvoy Lifetime Titanium (via SPG), IHG Plat
Posts: 2,192
I need 2-3 meetings this year, which I would prefer to get sooner rather than later in case things change. I'm having trouble finding any meetings for less than $100 for one hour. The place I used in the past at $75 now seems to be $150 for one hour. If anyone wants to PM me with $50 or $75 meetings, I'd appreciate it. Thanks.
Jul 4, 2016, 4:26 pm
#1312
Join Date: Jul 2016
Programs: Marriott Plat
Posts: 1
I'd also be interested in a $50/$75 meeting property. I have 2 booked at $100, Wouldn't mind saving a few on my next 2 meetings 
TIA
TIA
Jul 5, 2016, 11:07 am
#1313
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: YXU
Programs: Marriott LT Titanium Elite, AC 25K
Posts: 127
Frustrating program
I have done about 10 meetings over the last couple of years. In only one case did the hotel representative know enough about this program to post the 10 nights without a struggle and lots of follow up.
Trying to book another one and wanted to confirm I would get the 10 nights. This is what I got back.
"You can earn the 10 Elite Nights as an Event Planner only when you book 10+ guest rooms (group booking) for at least one night, regardless if you or your guest is paying for it."
Why is this so misunderstood by Marriott hotel people?
And how do I proceed to correct them?
Frustrating.
Trying to book another one and wanted to confirm I would get the 10 nights. This is what I got back.
"You can earn the 10 Elite Nights as an Event Planner only when you book 10+ guest rooms (group booking) for at least one night, regardless if you or your guest is paying for it."
Why is this so misunderstood by Marriott hotel people?
And how do I proceed to correct them?
Frustrating.
Jul 5, 2016, 11:48 am
#1314
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
I have done about 10 meetings over the last couple of years. In only one case did the hotel representative know enough about this program to post the 10 nights without a struggle and lots of follow up.
Trying to book another one and wanted to confirm I would get the 10 nights. This is what I got back.
"You can earn the 10 Elite Nights as an Event Planner only when you book 10+ guest rooms (group booking) for at least one night, regardless if you or your guest is paying for it."
Why is this so misunderstood by Marriott hotel people?
And how do I proceed to correct them?
Frustrating.
Trying to book another one and wanted to confirm I would get the 10 nights. This is what I got back.
"You can earn the 10 Elite Nights as an Event Planner only when you book 10+ guest rooms (group booking) for at least one night, regardless if you or your guest is paying for it."
Why is this so misunderstood by Marriott hotel people?
And how do I proceed to correct them?
Frustrating.
Jul 5, 2016, 12:10 pm
#1315
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: DCA - PDX - LAX
Programs: AA Gold, UA Silver, Marriott Titanium, AS 75k
Posts: 767
I have done about 10 meetings over the last couple of years. In only one case did the hotel representative know enough about this program to post the 10 nights without a struggle and lots of follow up.
Trying to book another one and wanted to confirm I would get the 10 nights. This is what I got back.
"You can earn the 10 Elite Nights as an Event Planner only when you book 10+ guest rooms (group booking) for at least one night, regardless if you or your guest is paying for it."
Why is this so misunderstood by Marriott hotel people?
And how do I proceed to correct them?
Frustrating.
Trying to book another one and wanted to confirm I would get the 10 nights. This is what I got back.
"You can earn the 10 Elite Nights as an Event Planner only when you book 10+ guest rooms (group booking) for at least one night, regardless if you or your guest is paying for it."
Why is this so misunderstood by Marriott hotel people?
And how do I proceed to correct them?
Frustrating.
Jul 5, 2016, 1:17 pm
#1316
Join Date: Aug 2000
Location: Newton Centre, MA, USA
Programs: DL 2MM Gold, AA Plat Pro; Hilton Lifetime Diamond, Bonvoy Lifetime Titanium (via SPG), IHG Plat
Posts: 2,192
In my view the issue is due to MR using similar names and benefits so it's easy to get confused. And it's not just property staff that gets confused. If you read upthread there is a specific tool they must use to get the event to post properly. Maybe if you drop it's name they will do a little more research or know what you are talking about.
Jul 6, 2016, 6:43 am
#1318
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
Jul 6, 2016, 7:04 am
#1319
Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: DCA - PDX - LAX
Programs: AA Gold, UA Silver, Marriott Titanium, AS 75k
Posts: 767
Jul 7, 2016, 12:33 am
#1320
Join Date: May 2009
Location: SEA
Programs: AA EXP (2.5MM), Hilton Gold, Marriott Titanium
Posts: 4,859
I have a meeting for tomorrow where I booked it all online. I've received confirmation of it (email titled "Group Reservation Confirmation #") and also an e-mail from the Quick Group Omaha. But I don't see any auth on my credit card and just realized that no one called me. Any suggestions on how to proceed?