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A guide to Marriott Bonvoy Bold® and Marriott Bonvoy Boundless®

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    Quick insights

    • Chase offers two Marriott Bonvoy® credit cards that allow you to earn unlimited Marriott Bonvoy points.
    • With a Marriott Bonvoy credit card, you can earn points at hotels participating in Marriott Bonvoy and on everyday purchases.
    • The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless and Marriott Bonvoy Bold credit cards have similar but distinguishable features.

    The “Bold” and “Boundless” are two of the Marriott Bonvoy credit cards offered by Chase. With either card, cardmembers can earn unlimited Marriott Bonvoy points at hotels participating in the loyalty program and on everyday purchases.

    One difference between the Marriott Bonvoy credit cards is the annual fee. However, each card has key features and important benefits we’ll review in this article. You can also compare Marriott Bonvoy credit cards if you’re considering applying for one of them.

    Marriott Bonvoy Bold credit card

    Visit the Marriott Bonvoy Bold page for up-to-date details, including any new cardmember bonus offers and annual fee information.

    There are several ways to earn rewards on specific spending with Marriott Bonvoy Bold:

    • Earn up to 14x total points at hotels participating in Marriott Bonvoy:
      • Earn 3x points for every $1 spent at hotels participating in Marriott Bonvoy.
      • Earn up to 10x points from Marriott Bonvoy for being a loyalty member.
      • Earn up to 1x points from Marriott Bonvoy with Silver Elite Status.
    • Earn 2x on grocery store purchases
    • Earn 2x on rideshare and select food delivery services
    • Earn 2X on select streaming and cable/phone/internet service purchases
    • Earn 1x on all other purchases.

    In addition to rewards points, Bonvoy Bold cardmembers automatically get the following benefits and perks:

    • Silver Elite status
    • 5 Elite Night Credits each year
    • Priority late checkout (when available)

    Eligible cardmembers also can take advantage of the Travel Now, Pay later program. It allows cardmembers to break up qualifying travel purchases into equal monthly payments. Purchases must be made directly with hotels participating in Marriott Bonvoy or directly with airlines to qualify. 

    Marriott Bonvoy Boundless credit card

    The most current details, including new cardmember bonus offers and annual fee information, are available on the full page for Marriott Bonvoy Boundless.

    One benefit worth mentioning is the Free Night Award given to cardmembers every year after their account anniversary. The award is valid for a one-night hotel stay at a property with a redemption level up to 35,000 points.

    Here’s how Marriott Bonvoy Boundless cardmembers can earn points:

    • Up to 17x total points at hotels participating in Marriott Bonvoy:
      • Earn 6x points for every $1 spent at hotels participating in Marriott Bonvoy.
      • Earn up to 10x points from Marriott Bonvoy for being a loyalty member.
      • Earn up to 1x points from Marriott Bonvoy with Silver Elite Status.
    • 3x points for every $1 on the first $6,000 spent in combined purchases each year at grocery stores, gas stations, and on dining.
    • 2x points for every $1 you spend on all other purchases.

    Free hotel nights

    For many people, Free Night Awards stand out as attractive cardmember benefits of Marriott Bonvoy credit cards. They can be valuable if you frequently stay at hotels participating in Marriott Bonvoy or are planning a trip where participating properties are available. Complimentary benefits, terms and rewards vary among the Marriott Bonvoy credit cards offered by Chase.

    Marriott Bonvoy: The hotel loyalty program

    This versatile loyalty program is a hallmark of any Marriott Bonvoy credit card, and enrollment is automatic for cardmembers. You’ll earn points and enjoy your benefits when staying at hotels participating in Marriott Bonvoy. Plus, points don’t expire as long as you make purchases on your credit card every 24 months.

    Redeem and transfer Marriott Bonvoy 

    When it comes time to redeem Marriott Bonvoy points, you have options:

    • Transfers: You can convert Marriott Bonvoy points into miles with any Marriott Bonvoy airline partner. You might also receive bonus miles when converting a certain number of Marriott Bonvoy points.
    • Travel discounts: Marriott Bonvoy points are redeemable for many travel-related benefits, such as travel packages, cruise ship offers, car rentals and more.
    • Shopping: You can redeem Marriott Bonvoy points for Marriott Bonvoy gift cards or use your points to shop online with certain retailers.

    In summary

    The Marriott Bonvoy Bold and Boundless credit cards allow you to earn unlimited Marriott Bonvoy points. With the cards, you can earn points at hotels participating in Marriott Bonvoy and by making eligible purchases. Cardmembers also are automatically enrolled in Marriott’s loyalty program, Marriott Bonvoy, where they can earn additional rewards and perks. 

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