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
Aug 11, 2017, 10:51 am
#1246
Join Date: Jan 2003
Location: SF Bay Area
Posts: 55
https://ritzcarltongiftcards.com/cws...UNCTION_:usage
Card may also be used at participating hotels within the Marriott® portfolio of brands worldwide, including participating retail, spa, golf, food and beverage outlets.
The following Ritz-Carlton Hotel and Marriott Brands DO NOT accept The Ritz-Carlton or Marriott GiftCards: The Ritz-Carlton Reserve® hotels, The Ritz-Carlton Destination Club®, The Ritz-Carlton® Partner hotels, Protea Hotels by Marriott®, St. Regis®, The Luxury Collection®, W®, Westin®, Le Méridien®, Sheraton®, Tribute Portfolio™, Four Points® by Sheraton, Aloft®, Element®, Design Hotels™
Aug 13, 2017, 9:26 pm
#1248
Join Date: Aug 2015
Location: Chicago
Programs: Delta SkyMiles, IHG (Platinum Elite), Amtrak Guest Rewards, Marriott Bonvoy, Hilton Honors
Posts: 636
I was planning on using a gift card from Raise to pay for an upcoming Marriott stay. Does anyone know whether you still get points if you pay for a gift card? I've searched this thread and the FAQs, but can't seem to find anything.
Aug 14, 2017, 7:07 am
#1249
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Chicagoland/ORD
Programs: UA Million Miler (Gold), Hilton Diamond, Marriott Gold
Posts: 3,458
Aug 15, 2017, 2:42 pm
#1250
Original Poster
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: BZN
Programs: AA:LT Platinum DL:LT Gold UA:1P MAR:LT Titanium
Posts: 8,291
Yes, method of payment doesn't affect points earning. GC credit is processed just as if you had paid with a CC.
Aug 15, 2017, 2:52 pm
#1251
Join Date: Jan 2016
Programs: AA, Hyatt, Marriott, Hilton
Posts: 501
Were you able to find GC's for Marriott's in NY? Looking for the $30 off $150 Amex offer.
Oct 9, 2017, 1:48 am
#1255
Join Date: Jan 2013
Programs: MR Platinum, QRPC Platinum
Posts: 97
I wrote an email to [email protected] and asked if it is possible to buy gift cards in Europe.
Until now I did not get an answer. Does anybody know if it is possible to buy these gift cards in Europe? (egift cards also possible as long as I can pay in EUR)
Until now I did not get an answer. Does anybody know if it is possible to buy these gift cards in Europe? (egift cards also possible as long as I can pay in EUR)
Feb 4, 2018, 1:00 pm
#1258
Join Date: Aug 2015
Location: Chicago
Programs: Delta SkyMiles, IHG (Platinum Elite), Amtrak Guest Rewards, Marriott Bonvoy, Hilton Honors
Posts: 636
Their portal is glitchy. Sometimes you have to click on the bar at the top and log in again, or go back to the portal landing page and log in there before trying to shop.
Feb 4, 2018, 6:27 pm
#1259
Join Date: Feb 2013
Posts: 1,815
I go to ebates and from there it won’t connect to Marriott.com. It comes up with a message that can’t make a secure connection.
Feb 6, 2018, 3:55 am
#1260
Join Date: Feb 2013
Posts: 1,815
Is there any portal that is working to sign in on?
when I go on ebates or Mr Rebates it comes up as cannot connect open page cannot connect to server. The header is
when I go on ebates or Mr Rebates it comes up as cannot connect open page cannot connect to server. The header is
T.mookie.1 .com.
Im not computer proficient but is there anything else I can do? I’m using an iPad.
Appreciate any help. I’m trying to book an expensive trip and would love to go through a portal if possible.
Thanks.
Im not computer proficient but is there anything else I can do? I’m using an iPad.
Appreciate any help. I’m trying to book an expensive trip and would love to go through a portal if possible.
Thanks.