Offers booked through most third-party online retailers, such as Expedia, Booking.com and Priceline and select travel agent offers do not qualify for Marriott Bonvoy™ points. The offer is not valid for existing reservations or groups.

Generally, no, you do not earn Marriott Bonvoy points or receive elite night credits when you book a stay through "third-party" sites (OTAs) like Priceline, Expedia, or Booking.com. Marriott’s terms of service in 2026 clearly state that "Qualifying Stays" must be booked directly through Marriott.com, the Marriott app, or a Marriott Global Reservation Center to be eligible for point accumulation. Furthermore, even if you have "Gold" or "Platinum" status, many Marriott properties are not required to honor your elite benefits (like free breakfast, room upgrades, or late checkout) if the reservation was made via an OTA. The reason for this "direct-only" policy is that Marriott pays a significant commission (often 15–25%) to sites like Priceline, so they reserve their best rewards for those who book with them directly. If you find a cheaper rate on Priceline, the "pro" move is to use Marriott’s Best Rate Guarantee, where they will match the price and give you an additional 25% discount or 5,000 points—allowing you to save money while still earning your valuable Bonvoy points and elite status progress.

Excellent question, as this is a common point of confusion.

The short answer is: Generally, no, you cannot earn Marriott Bonvoy points or elite night credit for stays booked through third-party travel agencies like Priceline.

Here’s the detailed breakdown:

The Core Rule

Marriott’s (and most major hotel chains’) terms and conditions state that to be eligible for points, elite night credit, and elite benefits, the booking must be made through a qualified channel. These channels are: Marriott.com The Marriott Bonvoy app Directly with the hotel An authorized Marriott travel planner Marriott’s toll-free reservation line

Bookings through Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) like Priceline, Expedia, Booking.com, etc., are not qualified channels.

Why This Is the Policy

1. Cost: When Marriott sells a room through an OTA, they pay a significant commission (often 15-25%). Awarding points on top of that reduces their profit margin.
2. Control & Data: They want a direct relationship with you, the customer. Booking direct gives them your data and allows them to manage the entire experience, including offering upgrades and recognizing your elite status.
3. Rate Parity: They want to incentivize you to book direct, where they can guarantee you’ll get their best rates, your benefits, and member-only offers.

Important Exceptions and Nuances

• “Book Now, Pay Later” vs. “Express Deals”: This is crucial.
  • If you book a named Marriott hotel on Priceline