Marriott offers six co-branded credit card options. Each card has its own perks and welcome bonuses designed for a variety of travelers.
Several cards feature elevated introductory offers, with two entry-level products’ bonuses ending November 5.
Benefits across these cards include elite status, annual free night certificates, and bonus earning at Marriott properties.
Eligibility for welcome offers depends on issuer-specific rules and prior cardholder history.
At a Glance
With more than 9,000 properties and over 35 brands, Marriott has hotels for everyone.
There are six Marriott cards — five personal and one business — from Chase and American Express.
These cards provide elite status, free night awards, and enhanced earning potential on Marriott stays.
Currently, multiple cards are offering elevated bonuses, giving the opportunity to earn a substantial number of points.
This is the last call for the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® Credit Card and the Marriott Bonvoy Bold® Credit Card introductory offers ending November 5.
Comparison of Marriott Credit Card Welcome Offers
| Card | Welcome Offer | Bonus Value* | Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card | Earn 125,000 bonus points and a free night award (worth up to 50,000 points) after spending $3,000 in the first three months. Offer ends November 5. | Up to $1,225 | $95 |
| Marriott Bonvoy Business American Express Card | Earn up to 125,000 bonus points: 75,000 after spending $6,000, plus 50,000 after an additional $3,000 within the first six months. | Up to $875 | $125 |
| Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant American Express Card | Earn 100,000 bonus points after spending $6,000 within six months. | $700 | $650 |
| Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card | Earn 85,000 bonus points after spending $5,000 within six months. | $595 | $250 |
| Marriott Bonvoy Bountiful Credit Card | Earn 85,000 bonus points after spending $4,000 in three months. | $595 | $250 |
| Marriott Bonvoy Bold Credit Card | Earn 60,000 bonus points after spending $1,000 in three months. Offer ends November 5. | $420 | $0 |
*Bonus value based on October 2025 valuations.
Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card
The Boundless Credit Card is one of Chase’s mid-tier Bonvoy options.
Annual fee: $95
Welcome offer: 125,000 bonus points and a free night award up to 50,000 points after $3,000 in spending within the first three months. Offer ends November 5.
If the free night award is maximized at 50,000 points, the total potential is 175,000 points.
This makes it one of the strongest bonuses currently available.
Earning:
- 6 points per dollar at Marriott hotels
- Up to 17 points per dollar on eligible Marriott stays
- 3 points per dollar on dining, gas, and groceries (first $6,000 combined each year)
- 2 points per dollar on all other purchases
Benefits:
- Automatic Silver Elite status
- 15 elite night credits every year
- One free night award (worth up to 35,000 points) each anniversary
- Option to top up free nights with 15,000 points for up to 50,000-point stays
- Earn 1 elite night credit per $5,000 spent
- Gold Elite status with $35,000 annual spend
Marriott Bonvoy Business American Express Card
The Marriott Bonvoy Business Card is Marriott’s only business option for new applicants.
Annual fee: $125
Welcome offer: Earn up to 125,000 bonus points — 75,000 points after $6,000 spend and an additional 50,000 points after another $3,000 within the first six months.
Earning:
- 6 points per dollar at Marriott hotels
- Up to 18.5 total points per dollar at eligible Marriott stays
- 4 points per dollar at restaurants, U.S. gas stations, wireless services, and shipping
- 2 points per dollar on all other purchases
Benefits:
- Automatic Gold Elite status
- 15 elite night credits annually (stackable with personal cards)
- Annual free night award worth up to 35,000 points
- Top up free nights to 50,000 points
- Second free night after $60,000 in purchases per year
- Up to 7% Marriott discount on eligible direct bookings
Dynamic pricing may affect redemption value, but free nights can easily offset the annual fee.
Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant American Express Card
The Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant Card is Marriott’s premium offering.
Annual fee: $650
Welcome offer: Earn 100,000 bonus points after spending $6,000 within the first six months.
Earning:
- 6 points per dollar at Marriott hotels
- Up to 21 total points per dollar on eligible Marriott stays
- 3 points per dollar at restaurants and on flights
- 2 points per dollar on other purchases
Benefits:
- Platinum Elite status
- Annual free night award worth up to 85,000 points
- Dining credits up to $300 per year ($25 monthly)
- Priority Pass™ lounge access
- 25 elite night credits per year
Marriott’s dynamic pricing may require flexibility, but free night certificates can be topped up with 15,000 points for stays up to 100,000 points.
Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card
The Bevy Card is a mid-tier Marriott card.
Annual fee: $250
Welcome offer: Earn 85,000 bonus points after spending $5,000 within six months.
Earning:
- 6 points per dollar at Marriott hotels
- Up to 18.5 points per dollar on eligible stays
- 4 points per dollar at restaurants and U.S. supermarkets (first $15,000 per year)
- 2 points per dollar on other purchases
Benefits:
- Complimentary Gold Elite status
- 15 elite night credits annually
- Free night award worth up to 50,000 points after $15,000 annual spend
This card offers strong earning rates and mid-tier benefits, but the free night requires meeting a spending threshold.
Marriott Bonvoy Bountiful Credit Card
The Bountiful Credit Card is the mid-tier Chase alternative.
Annual fee: $250
Welcome offer: Earn 85,000 bonus points after spending $4,000 within three months.
Earning:
- 6 points per dollar at Marriott hotels
- Up to 18.5 points per dollar on Marriott stays
- 4 points per dollar on dining and grocery stores (first $15,000 per year)
- 2 points per dollar elsewhere
Benefits:
- Gold Elite status
- 15 elite night credits per year
- Similar benefits to Bevy but issued by Chase
The Bountiful card offers comparable features but with a different issuer. The welcome bonus remains the main highlight.
Marriott Bonvoy Bold Credit Card
The Bold Credit Card is the entry-level Chase option.
Annual fee: $0
Welcome offer: Earn 60,000 bonus points after spending $1,000 within three months. Offer ends November 5.
Earning:
- 3 points per dollar at Marriott hotels
- Up to 14 total points per dollar on eligible stays
- 2 points per dollar at grocery stores, ride-hailing, streaming, internet, and phone services
- 1 point per dollar on all other purchases
Benefits:
- Silver Elite status
- 5 elite night credits annually
- No foreign transaction fees
- Pay Yourself Back feature in eligible quarters
This no-fee card provides a simple way to earn Marriott points and maintain entry-level elite status.
Eligibility for Multiple Marriott Cards
You can hold more than one Marriott card at the same time.
Some users carry both personal and business cards to combine elite nights and anniversary free nights.
Restrictions apply based on issuer rules:
- Chase’s 5/24 rule applies to Bold, Boundless, and Bountiful cards.
- American Express’s one-bonus-per-lifetime rule applies to Bevy, Brilliant, and Business cards.
Understanding these conditions helps you determine eligibility before applying.
What to Consider
- Some card bonuses end November 5.
- Marriott’s dynamic pricing can influence how free nights are redeemed.
- Eligibility for bonuses depends on issuer rules and your card history.
Bottom Line
Marriott cards remain valuable for earning points, achieving elite status, and redeeming annual free nights.
With multiple elevated offers currently available, including two expiring on November 5, now is a good time to apply for a Marriott card that matches your travel habits.
