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Estimating the Value of Marriott Rewards Points

For those who like to open their presents early, PlasticIQ answers the question “So how much are my Marriott Rewards Points really worth?” with a resounding “$0.0088 per point”. But don’t you want to keep reading to get a glimpse of PlasticIQ’s dazzling logic which enabled us to make this estimate? Of course you do…

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What is the Value of American Express Membership Rewards Points?

There are three levels of Amex Rewards—Membership Rewards Express, Membership Rewards (which is what this article is focused on), and Membership Rewards First. We have blogged separately about the Express program in our post What is the value of American Express Membership Rewards Express Program Points?

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What is the Value of Best Western Rewards Points?

According to the Best Western website, there are more than 4,000 Best Western hotels in over 80 countries. It would be cool to try and visit each hotel, that would be a claim to fame!

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What is the Value of Starpoints from the Starwood Preferred Guest Program?

The Starwood brand encompasses the following 9 brands: Sheraton, Four Points, the W, Aloft, The Luxury Collection, Le Meridien, Westin Hotels, Element, and St. Regis.

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Overview of the Hilton Honors Card from American Express

The Hilton Honors Card from American Express earns points good towards free hotel stays at Hilton Family properties worldwide.

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What is the value of Hilton Honors Points?

For those of you who like to get to the answer fast, PlasticIQ estimates the value of Hilton points to be worth around $0.0043 per point. This is a complex question to tackle (and like many rewards calculations, at times subjective), but here’s PlasticIQ’s take. The first thing to note is that the value of Hilton rewards actually varies depending on several factors, primarily:

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