Will I get my Marriott points back if I cancel?

Yes, if you cancel your Hotel Reservation made with Marriott Bonvoy? Points or Free Night Awards within the Cancellation terms of your Reservation, your Points/Awards will be returned immediately to your Account (Outside the Cancellation terms of your Reservation, cancellation fees will apply.)



Yes, you will get your Marriott Bonvoy points back if you cancel an award stay, provided you do so within the hotel's specific cancellation window. Most Marriott properties require you to cancel at least 48 to 72 hours before your scheduled arrival, but some resorts and high-end hotels may have stricter policies of 7 to 14 days. If you cancel "within the rules," the points are typically reinstated to your account almost immediately. However, if you cancel after the deadline, you will not only lose the points for the first night (or the entire stay, depending on the policy) but you may also be charged a "No-Show" fee in cash, which is usually the equivalent of one night's room rate. For reservations made using a "Free Night Award" certificate, the rules are similar: the certificate is returned to your account if canceled on time, but it will retain its original expiration date. Always check the specific cancellation policy in your confirmation email, as "non-refundable" or "prepaid" points stays are becoming more common in 2026.

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Marriott Bonvoy® Points will be posted to the Marriott Bonvoy® Account within 72 hours after the transaction is complete. Marriott Bonvoy® Point Purchases are considered Qualifying Activity. Purchased and Gifted Points are non-refundable once ordered.

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If a Member does not maintain an active status for five (5) consecutive years, the Member's Account may be deactivated. Once Marriott Bonvoy® Points are forfeited, the Points cannot be reinstated, but a Member can earn new Marriott Bonvoy® Points, unless that Member's Account has been deactivated.

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How late can you cancel your Marriott reservation? The time frame can vary from hotel to hotel, but generally, you need to cancel 48 to 72 hours (2-3 days) in advance to avoid paying any sort of penalty.

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Many hotel stays are refundable as long as you cancel within at least 48 hours. But some aren't. If you leave without making any arrangements, the hotel probably will charge you for the full stay. Experts say hotels consider refund requests on a case-by-case basis.

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How Long do Marriott Refunds Take? The time it takes to get a Marriott refund can vary, but in general, it should appear back in your account within 7-10 business days. If you don't see your refund by then, you should contact Marriott customer service.

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You can transfer Marriott Bonvoy® points to nearly 40 airlines, including United, Alaska, and American. For every 60,000 Marriott Bonvoy points you transfer, you'll receive a bonus 5,000 airline miles (with most airlines). The best options are often airlines that don't partner with other transferable points programs.

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How much are 25,000 Marriott Bonvoy points worth? At 0.7 cents per point, 25,000 Marriott Bonvoy points are worth $175. If you get a value of 0.9 cents per point, 25,000 Marriott Bonvoy points translate to $225.

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Do Marriott Bonvoy Points Expire? Yes, Marriott Bonvoy points do expire, but it's fairly easy to keep them active. Points will expire after a member is inactive for 24 consecutive months. To remain active, and to start the 24-month clock over, all you need to do is earn or redeem Marriott points.

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A credit card can be canceled without harming your credit score?. To avoid damage to your credit score, paying down credit card balances first (not just the one you're canceling) is key. Closing a charge card won't affect your credit history (history is a factor in your overall credit score).

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Keep in mind, Chase travel portal bookings are subject to the change/cancellation policies of the travel provider (i.e. hotel) and refunds will be in the original form of payment (points or cash).

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Ask the hotel to make an exception Try calling them to explain your extraordinary circumstances and emphasize that you would stay at the property on an alternative date. What is this? Request that they waive any cancellation fee as a show of good faith. Be polite and courteous.

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