Seven Four hotel credit cards currently feature huge welcome bonuses — in one case, its best-ever promotion — but they all expire relatively soon. (In a couple of cases this week.)
Let’s take a look at what they are — and how much longer you have to have to kick their tires!
Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card: 185,000 Bonus Points! (Expires May 1)
The Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card offers 185,000 bonus Marriott Bonvoy points after you spend $6,000 in eligible purchases on the card within six (6) months of being approved for card membership. (Terms apply. This offer expires on May 1, 2024.) Read more here. The card’s previous offer was 95,000 points.
The card offers up to $300 in “Brilliant Dining Credit”: Each card renewal year, get up to $300 in statement credits per calendar year (up to $25 per month) for eligible purchases charged to the card at restaurants worldwide.
Starting the second year, you’ll receive an annual anniversary night certificate — which is redeemable for a night valued at up to 85,000 points.
Other card features:
- Complimentary Marriott Bonvoy Platinum elite status
- Includes 4 P.M. late checkout, enhanced room upgrades, lounge access, and welcome gift choices
- Complimentary Priority Pass Select membership (enrollment required)
- Receive either a statement credit every four years after you apply for Global Entry ($100) or a statement credit every 4.5 years after you apply for a five-year membership for TSA PreCheck® (up to $85 through a TSA PreCheck official enrollment provider) (Enrollment required.)
- Up to $100 in property credit for qualifying charges (including room service and spa treatments) when you book direct at The Ritz-Carlton or St. Regis using a special rate for a 2-night minimum stay on your Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card
- Earn up to 6X per dollar spent on eligible purchases at hotels participating in Marriott Bonvoy
- 3X points for each dollar spent at restaurants worldwide
- 3X points for each dollar spent booking flights directly with airlines
- 2X points for each dollar spent on all other eligible purchases
- 25 elite night credits
- Trip cancellation, interruption, and delay coverage.
- Up to $500 per Covered Trip that is delayed for more than 6 hours; and 2 claims per Eligible Card per 12 consecutive month period.
- Eligibility and Benefit level varies by Card. Terms, Conditions and Limitations Apply.
- Please visit americanexpress.com/benefitsguide for more details.
- Underwritten by New Hampshire Insurance Company, an AIG Company.
- No foreign transaction fees (See Rates and Fees.)
- $650 annual fee (See Rates and Fees.)
- There are some eligibility restrictions for the welcome offer (i.e., which Marriott or Starwood cards you’d had). Check out the terms and conditions for more.
- Learn here how to apply for the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card
Marriott Bonvoy Bevy™ American Express® Card: 155,000 Bonus Points! (Expires May 1)
the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy™ American Express® Card offers 155,000 bonus Marriott Bonvoy bonus points after after you spend $5,000 in eligible purchases on the card within six (6) months of being approved for card membership. (Terms apply. This offer expires on May 1, 2024.) (Learn here how to apply for this promotion. Terms apply. The Bevy’s recently offered 85,000 points.
The Bevy features:
- Complimentary Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite status
- That earns 25% more points on eligible purchases at participating hotels
- Earn up to 6X per dollar spent on eligible purchases at hotels participating in Marriott Bonvoy
- Earn 4X at restaurants worldwide and U.S. supermarkets (on up to $15,000 in combined purchases per calendar year, then 2X).
- Earn 2X points on all other eligible purchases.
- 1,000 bonus points per stay booked directly with Marriott for properties participating in Marriott Bonvoy.
- Earn one Free Night Award after spending $15,000 on eligible purchases on your Marriott Bonvoy Bevy Card in a calendar year. The free night is valid at properties valued at up to 50,000 points. This does not cover resort or destination fees.
- 15 Elite Night Credits each calendar year
- No foreign transaction fees (Rates and fees.)
- $250 annual fee (Rates and fees)
- Terms apply
- There are some eligibility restrictions for the welcome offer (i.e., which Marriott or Starwood cards you’ve had). See the terms and conditions if you’re concerned.
- Learn here how to apply for the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy™ American Express® Card
IHG One Rewards Premier Business Credit Card: Up to 175,000 Bonus Points! (Best Ever Offer, Expires May 15)
The IHG One Rewards Premier Business Credit Card offers new cardholders up to 175,000 bonus points. Here’s how:
- Earn 140,000 bonus points after spending $4,000 on purchases within the first three (3) months from account opening.
- Earn an additional 35,000 bonus points after spending $3,000 more (for a total of $7,000) in the first six (6) months your account is open.
The IHG One Rewards Premier Business Credit Card‘s annual fee is $99. There are no foreign transaction fees.
Some of the card’s notable perks include:
- Annual Anniversary Free Night
- Staring year two of card membership, IHG Business Credit Card holders receive a free night award valued at up to 40,000 points each year they hold the card.
- Platinum Elite Status
- Room upgrades (when available)
- Guaranteed room availability
- Complimentary internet
- Priority check-in
- Late check-out
- Welcome amenity (usually 500 points or a free alcoholic beverage)
- $30 In-room spa credit
- Fourth Night Free
- When you book a three-night award stay using points, you extend your stay for a fourth reward night free. Think of it as “redeem for three, get the fourth free.” That’s been a great money saver for family vacations.
The IHG One Rewards Premier Business Credit Card earns 26X total per dollar spent during IHG stays. Plus, 5X on Travel, Gas stations, Select advertising, and Restaurants. 3X on all other eligible purchases. Learn here how to apply.
Hilton Honors American Express Business Card: 175,000 Bonus Points! (Expires June 5)
Hilton Honors American Express Business Card can earn 175,000 bonus Hilton Honors points after spending $8,000 in eligible purchases on the card within the first six (6) months of card membership. This offer expires on June 5, 2024. ($195 annual fee. See Rates and Fees. Terms apply.) Read more here about the Hilton Business Amex.
The Hilton Honors American Express Business Card is packed with bonus categories:
- 12X Hilton Honors bonus points for each dollar of eligible purchases charged directly with hotels and resorts within the Hilton portfolio
- 6X at U.S. gas stations
- 6X at U.S. restaurants
- 6X on wireless telephone services purchased directly from U.S. service providers
- 6X on flights booked directly with airlines or with Amex Travel
- 6X on U.S. purchases for shipping
- 6X on car rentals booked directly from select car rental companies
- 3X for all other eligible purchases
The card comes with complimentary Gold status — but you can upgrade to Diamond when you spend $40,000 during a calendar year.
For rates and fees of the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy™ American Express® Card, please visit this link.
For rates and fees of the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card, please visit this link.
For rates and fees of the Hilton Honors American Express Business Card, please visit this link.
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