International Options For Your Marriott 85,000 Point Certificates
The most valuable free night certificate that Marriott issues is valued at 85,000 points, or up to 100,000 points if you top it off with 15,000 Marriott Bonvoy points. With that kind of redemption value, there are quite a few amazing properties around the world to redeem at. Keep in mind, for longer stays in a destination, saving up Bonvoy points to take advantage of their fifth night free benefit may be a better call. But, for shorter stays like long layovers, the 85,000 point certificate is a killer deal. Here are some of our favorite redemptions for 85,000 point free night certificates abroad.
#1. St Regis, Bermuda
The St. Regis, Bermuda is a brand-new property in the portfolio, with temperate weather year-round. Bermuda is an excellent spot for honeymoons and quick weekend getaways from the East Coast. St. Regis properties feature free breakfast for Platinum elites, which can definitely help save on trip costs. Points rates start at 85,000 points, which is a perfect use for this level of free night certificate.
#2. Ritz Carlton, Bali
Bali is an amazing beach destination, and quite reasonably priced once you actually arrive in Indonesia. It can be quite a trek, but your reward is incredibly reasonable award rates at hotel brands like the Ritz-Carlton, which might be one of the nicest out there. This property is bookable for under 50,000 points per night, which makes this a candidate for any certificate issued by Marriott!
#3. JW Marriott, Venice
I had the pleasure of staying at the JW Marriott, Venice shortly after it opened a decade ago. The property is on its own island outside of Venice, with a 24-hour private boat dropping off guests in the center of St. Mark's Square. The property is more of a resort, with its own olive orchard. Surprisingly, rates hover around 85,000 points a night throughout the busy summer season (the property is closed in winter).
#4. Hotel President Wilson, Geneva
I like including this one on my list because if you've ever considered Geneva in your travels. Back in the SPG days, this property was in the top category. It's frequently used for presidential visits to Switzerland and has a great location on Lake Geneva. With an 85,000 point certificate, a night's stay can be complimentary, instead of sky-high cash rates.
#5. St. Regis Kanai Resort, Riviera Maya
The lowest price available for this property is exactly 100,000 points, so you'll need ot hunt for a night to use your certificate. The search will be well-worth it, as this is one of the most unique-looking resorts on earth.
Great International Options For Your Marriott 85,000 Point Certificates: ToP Thoughts
There are literally thousands of options for your 85,000 point certificates out there, with a Marriott in nearly every hotel market on earth. These were just a brief list of some options available to you. Unfortunately, there are plenty of Marriotts that are priced above the certificate, with hundreds of thousands of Marriott points required for a night's stay. Still, having the right credit card can grant you a hotel stay you wouldn't otherwise afford. For more discussion on this topic, check out the ToP Facebook group!
