16 Hotel Credit Cards With FREE NIGHTS!

[@MarkReese]

☝️ *UPDATES 4.03.2022: [UPDATE 1]* The Radisson Rewards Premier card has been discontinued. Existing cardholders will be converted to the U.S. Bank Altitude Go card. *[UPDATE 2]* I forgot include the _Sonesta World Mastercard,_ which issues 30,000 points each account anniversary when you spend $7,500 on the card. Those points have an average value of $180 - $225, which is sufficient for about 1-3 nights as redemptions begin at 10K points / night 😃👍

[@krisa.1263]

Request: An updated 2022 video of hotel cards narrowed down or filtered down to the keeper ones (automatic free night just for holding the card). I think Sebby has one but back in 2019. Hyatt, Hilton, Marriot and IHG maybe?

[@MarkReese]

@@krisa.1263 - Thanks for the suggestion, Kris!

[@kazi1]

@@MarkReesemark would like this also

[@markplymale]

Mark putting in the work so we don’t have to! Great video as always!!

[@Xtremeproducts]

I see you Mark

[@MarkReese]

You know it! 👊

[@bfan2816]

Facts!

[@SinCitizenGent]

Happy to see you start off w best western, they dont get a lot of youtube love. Are they really that bad? Its a nostalgia thing, my mother chose the chain on most of our vacas during my grade school summers

[@MarkReese]

Not much coverage of it likely due to the fact that the rewards program isn't compelling & there aren't many aspirational properties at which to redeem points.

[@shawnvire4941]

Man your channel is growing congrats!!!

[@MarkReese]

Thank you! 🌟

[@Xtremeproducts]

2022 got Mark out doing himself. It’s like you went from 0 to 100 from last year to this year. Job well done. #Mr.Research

[@MarkReese]

Thanks Xtreme! 🥇

[@DCGEMINI202]

I have the hilton aspire and in 2 years im getting the hyatt and marriott card thru chase

[@MarkReese]

Great plan! 👊

[@azan-183]

Here are the cards with free nights with no spend requirements!: Amex Hilton Aspire (Card 6) Chase IHG Premier (Card 7) Chase Marriott Boundless (Card 8) Amex Marriott Business (Card 9) Amex Marriott Brilliant (Card 10) US Bank Radisson Premier (Card 12) Chase World of Hyatt (Card 13) Barclays Wyndham Earner Business (16) My next card is the Hilton Surpass, and eventually, the Marriott Boundless and World of Hyatt cards. I might go for the IHG Premier if I've gotten the others. Great comparison! I love the more frequent videos!

[@MarkReese]

Thanks for providing the list, Azan! 😃👊 Good luck on those future credit card applications when the time is right for ya!

[@Rolo555]

I am at 3/24. I really want that Hyatt card next. Since I just got the Amazon card a few weeks back, I will wait till March to apply for it.

[@MarkReese]

Good luck on that WOH card application! Great card 👍

[@tivsma]

Great breakdown. It might be worth mentioning the cards that also offer status, as it really does add monetary value during stays.

[@MarkReese]

Indeed! That'll likely be done on a separate video 😃🎬

[@GOPA90]

Mark is churning these vids out!

[@MarkReese]

It's a big week!

[@lilroscoe1000]

Outstanding and comprehensive video. Great presentation on some of the lesser know hotel chains. I'm waiting for details on the IHG Business card, but the revamped personal IHG Mastercard getting certain 5x categories and minimum 3x on all spend is appealing. This card in particular could now be a good value for paying my current housing obligation to reach $20K spend. I'm gonna study the IHG system some more to see if what I'm thinking makes sense.

[@MarkReese]

Right there with ya man! I hope IHG's team gets their loyalty revamp RIGHT. So far, the refreshed card products are looking good 👌

[@teencred9430]

Jesus, I just commented about free nights in the Hilton Honors card video, and now I found this in my feed

[@MarkReese]

The KZbin algorithm at its finest 😄👌

[@Xtremeproducts]

And I watched the entire video because “you are great”

[@MarkReese]

THANK YOU! 🌟

[@Xtremeproducts]

@@MarkReese thank youuu

[@Spencerwalker21]

No world of Hyatt business card mention. I think you can get 2 of them a person and with the credit you're annual fee is only 100. The sign up value is 150k points 75k per bonus.

[@MarkReese]

That's because the biz version doesn't offer a free night 😄

[@Spencerwalker21]

@@MarkReese I thought you did my bad.

[@MarkReese]

@@Spencerwalker21 👍

[@ryansebers396]

Thanks Mark for the thorough overview, super helpful as I’ve been looking for some opportunities outside of the Hilton portfolio👍

[@MarkReese]

You got it, Ryan!

[@billdtravelandfinance5509]

another great video! Thank you for the info!

[@MarkReese]

Thanks, glad you liked it! 🎬

[@Apexbreakdowns]

Nice work man! That is a lot of research!

[@MarkReese]

Thank you! 👊

[@Xtremeproducts]

Almost at that 30k mark Mark. LOL

[@MarkReese]

Gonna get there (and then keep going)! 📈

[@planetholly8]

I’ve been planning a trip to Zion NP and I’ve noticed there are some Best Westerns in that area that look pretty nice, including one of their Aiden brand. Great video BTW! 😀

[@MarkReese]

Sounds like an awesome outdoor trip to me! 🏜

[@planetholly8]

@@MarkReese We are excited. Staying at the Virgin Hotel in Vegas for a night. Got it for 24,000 Hilton points!! I kept checking my reservation and over 3 months the point requirement dropped almost 50%! Also hoping my Caesars status match will go through in time for my $100 Celebration dinner 😀

[@MarkReese]

@@planetholly8 - NICE! I've been to 2/5 Virgin Hotels locations and loved it. Really upscale, excellent food, and a fun vibe.

[@planetholly8]

@@MarkReese I’ve stayed at the one in Nashville and it was awesome so I’m really looking forward to it. I’m not really a cruise person but their cruises look cool.

[@MarkReese]

@@planetholly8 - And Vegas will be #2! 🌟

[@iCuStOmPR]

Click so fast my finger is burning 🔥

[@MarkReese]

😂👍

[@MarkReese]

Which hotel chain do you prefer? 😃🏨

[@floydcollie4338]

hilton, hyatt, marriott

[@TheBlinkisback09]

Hyatt > Hilton > (Marriott 3rd?) > others

[@banderson1979]

Lifetime Gold on Marriott, but Hyatt is my real favorite.

[@pavanpancholy9727]

Hyatt and Hilton

[@MarkReese]

@@floydcollie4338 💯

[@EthanPatrick_CreditCards]

If only the Hyatt Business card came with a free night... 😮‍💨 At least personal card is a great option

[@MarkReese]

I wish it did, too ✌️

[@ramonn.6816]

Chase World of Hyatt is the killer here

[@MarkReese]

Great card 💳💯

[@Leoprieto74]

Mark, I currently have the Amex Marriott Brilliant card. Am I crazy for wishing (welcome) an increase to the annual fee to $595 for these two upgraded benefits: 1) Platinum status, and 2) 85,000 points annual certificate free night? Cheers 🍻

[@MarkReese]

Not crazy. I'm right there with ya 👊

[@lonz0_0]

Is it smart to keep the WOH card and Marriott boundless card for a long time to get the free nights?

[@MarkReese]

It's smart only if... 1. You'd normally stay 2+ nights in hotels even if you didn't have the cards, and... 2. You redeem the free night certificates at properties that cost more than the annual fees If 1 and 2 don't hold true, then it's not smart 😁✌️

[@aaront936]

Can you make a list of all cards that offer tsa precheck? I'm trying to come up with a strategy to get 4 credits.

[@MarkReese]

Maybe at some point!

[@kylerodgers3608]

I appreciate the effort, but you didn’t mention intro bonuses nor credits offered by some cards - leaves out a ton of context.

[@MarkReese]

Correct, that wasn't the purpose of the video ✌️ I leave the details to the reviews & comparisons.

[@AlyviaGranillo]

The Hilton and Marriott interest me the most

[@MarkReese]

2 great programs! 🌟

[@Xtremeproducts]

Top 21. Hard working Mark

[@MarkReese]

😎👊💥

[@TopnotchX4underscore]

Oooo missed one that you have mark the ritz Carlton card ;)

[@MarkReese]

Nah I purposely only included cards that are available to the public via new applications 😃👍

[@TopnotchX4underscore]

Mm fair enough. Still available but a little homework required. Keep up the great work.

[@MarkReese]

@@TopnotchX4underscore - Same reason why I didn't include the Marriott Bonvoy American Express Card ($95) ... only available via downgrade 😎👍 More great videos coming your way!

[@LK_EBM]

Love this video! I think I'll consider getting the Wyndham Biz this year!

[@MarkReese]

Great card 👊

[@paulc9320]

You didn’t tell us what you personally have! Whats your personal set up when it comes to hotel cards??

[@MarkReese]

Because that wasn't the intention of this video 😁✌️ Got a different one coming soon that I think you'll like.

[@chrisbrown8748]

Dude you are killing the game the last few days lol! First you make a video on retention offers for the Green Card which I’ll refer to when I need to do the same here shortly with my Platinum card. Now you make a hotel card video the day I woke to news that my friend at United airlines found me someone to put me on their travel benefits so basically now my flights will be either free or basically free so I think now is the perfect time to start thinking about hotel cards.

[@MarkReese]

The timing is right! 😄💯

[@testerblazer3469]

I love your videos!

[@MarkReese]

Thanks tester blazer! 🏆

[@betruetoyourself7162]

Great video

[@MarkReese]

Thank you!

[@deepanpatel90]

Thank you for taking the time to explain all of those cards Mark! You always go above and beyond! So if I understand correctly, I can transfer Wyndham points to Caesars? I go to Las Vegas about 2-3 times a year, and Reno at least 1-2 times a year. The hotels I typically book are part of Caesars. I wish I knew I could transfer Wyndham points to Caesars sooner! Im going to Vegas Feb 19th, staying at the Planet Hollywood.

[@MarkReese]

Yep! Here's the direct link to Wyndham's site to do so: www.wyndhamhotels.com/wyndham-rewards/caesars-rewards/points-transfer

[@deepanpatel90]

@@MarkReese Thanks Mark! I appreciate it. I’m looking at applying for the Wyndham Earner Plus card. I think I can find value in the points/system for sure. Barclays approvals are kind of hard though! They are real sticklers when it comes to inquiries. I have 8 TU inquiries.

[@MarkReese]

@@deepanpatel90 - Good luck! 😁💯

[@mitchell.9632]

Credit Card 17 to consider; the employer credit card, if applicable. How many takes did it take to get the opening part of the video to get you into focus then the credit cards?

[@MarkReese]

Haha indeed! 1 take. I record on my iPhone...nails it every time.

[@marcoang8452]

Hey i have a question is it true that if you are an existing amex credit card holder the next credit card that you will be opening will be soft pull?Thank you

[@MarkReese]

Not guaranteed, but very likely 👍 I haven't had a hard pull from Amex in years.

[@marcoang8452]

I was thinking to open the Hilton surpass. And i would be very great if i am getting the soft pull.

[@christopherscott5236]

Hi Mark. Question. What card would you recommend for a family of 5. I have the IHG premier card and have spire elite status and over 390k points. However I can’t use them because the room type I need is typically outside of their redemption scale. I.e the suite I book is 48k points and the max points are 40k or the room type is not available for points redemption for the times I am trying to go. Am I doing something wrong or is there a better card to use?

[@MarkReese]

HI Christopher - when it comes to earning travel rewards, what are you specifically trying to achieve? Only hotel stays? Flights? Only interested in IHG brand? Lux vs. budget travel? Etc...please provide as much info as you can.

[@christopherscott9736]

@@MarkReese Hi Mark. So pumped that you replied. Mostly hotel stays and Lux. The hotels I typically stay would be considered Small Luxury Hotels and then I also need a room type the would allow for 5 people with typically puts me in a suite because most hotels cannot guarantee 2 connected rooms. I have small children 10, 8, 5 and this has been a challenge. The two I like to stay at outside of IHG do not have branded cards so I would need something like the Chase Sapphire Reserve due to the higher value of points on that card vs. the preferred. I would love to hear your thoughts...Thank you so much for your time.

[@MarkReese]

@@christopherscott9736 - Got it. In order to maintain flexibility with chain + non-chain hotels, I'd go with a Chase setup in your situation. That'll give you access to transfer to IHG (and Marriott + Hyatt) when you want / need to, and also guarantee a 1.25¢ - 1.50¢ per point value via the Chase portal for any available hotels. That kind of flexibility & value is likely going to help you.

[@EthanPatrick_CreditCards]

Hyatt properties sometimes allow you to book a second room for your kids up to 50% off the cash price, even if you booked with points. Each property is different but can be a really good deal, plus Hyatt points/redemptions are a super good valuable. I traveled with my family of 4 for 30 nights in Hyatt this year, but we have a 5th family member now and will likely need that second room. Hyatt is great!

[@jdonaldson7500]

What hotel cards are you using in 2022? I have the Wyndham Business and looking for another to add.

[@MarkReese]

I have 4X Marriott cards, 1X Hyatt card, and 1X Wyndham Card (the biz version). I only use them when staying at properties in their portfolios, not for regular spend.

[@jdonaldson7500]

@@MarkReese if you had to pick a single Marriott card, which would you choose?

[@MarkReese]

@@jdonaldson7500 - Right now, it'd be the Marriott Bonvoy Business American Express Card.

[@shaligasuksomsong]

What hotel card you’d recommend for a beginner. I do at least stay 1 night or maybe 2 at a hotel per year!

[@MarkReese]

1. Are you below 5/24? 2. What type of hotels do you like to stay at? 3. How much do you care about elite status?

[@shaligasuksomsong]

@@MarkReese - thanks! I’ll be under 5/24 by September! So I’ll wait. I like mid- high tier hotels. Elite status will be nice but I don’t think stay in hotels enough to get that status? I know some cards give you that automatically but is that because of having that card?

[@MarkReese]

@@shaligasuksomsong - Consider the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless and/or World of Hyatt credit cards 👍 Both give entry-level status simply for having the card open & have mid-to-high-tier properties in their portfolios. Marriott is MUCH larger than Hyatt by the way, so keep that in mind based on where you want to go.

[@Kunnigupta]

Which one card would you suggest best for hotels in terms of value for money and would have availability in most of the USA?

[@MarkReese]

Are you willing to spend $15K on the card each year? Or prefer no spend requirement?

[@Kunnigupta]

@@MarkReese no spend requirement

[@MarkReese]

@@Kunnigupta - As of today 2/14/2022, my vote would be the Hilton Honors Aspire Card if you can make sense of the annual fee + credits. If not, then the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless would be next.

[@Kunnigupta]

@@MarkReese thanks

[@Barry17599]

Cool

[@MarkReese]

Thanks!

[@jefuryo]

I got 3 FNA with Chase Marriott at 50k each

[@MarkReese]

BOOM! 👊💥 Was that due to expiration postponements?

[@jefuryo]

@@MarkReese not too sure, but i have to use my FNA before August 2022

[@MarkReese]

@@jefuryo - Enjoy! ✈️

[@michaeldonley7741]

You have to spend a lot of money just to get one free night with these cards...

[@MarkReese]

Depends on the card. 1. World of Hyatt card requires $0 spend 2. IHG Premier card requires $0 spend 3. Marriott Bonvoy Boundless card requires $0 spend 4. Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant card requires $0 spend 5. Hilton Honors Aspire card requires $0 spend

[@911eVoX]

Tired of hearing about rewards from Max. What's so special about his rewards already

[@MarkReese]

What do you mean?

[@tyrusch]

Another one

[@MarkReese]

Yep! 👊😁

[@cjjunkee8602]

FIRST on Like and Comment!!!

[@PatNeedhamUSA]

Damn, you beat me by 10 seconds

[@MarkReese]

😎🏆👊

[@wolftaylor]

no card ranking or tier list?

[@MarkReese]

Not this time...19 min. was long enough 😄✌️

[@wolftaylor]

@@MarkReese understandable. i'd love to hear your opinions on them, i've been considering the world of hyatt for a couple of months now

[@MarkReese]

@@wolftaylor - Great card. What's the reason for your interest in the WOH card?

[@floridaproductions]

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[@MarkReese]

✈️💯✈️💯✈️💯

[@djcrissz18]

🥳🥳🥳🥳

[@MarkReese]

🎉🎉🎉

[@popap1995]

1

[@MarkReese]

😁🥈

[@Xtremeproducts]

AmEx Hilton Business

[@MarkReese]

On the list! 🏆

[@kazi1]

Great video

[@MarkReese]

Thanks!