The Amex Membership Rewards program frequently offers transfer bonuses. The program has just launched its latest hotel transfer bonus while I wouldnt say its particularly compelling, its at least worth being aware of.
of course, NOT THE BEST "value" for AmEx points, but better than nothing for Marriott Bonvoy.
Not too long ago, they offered 30% Bonus.
But thinking, that AmEx points loose on value too plus Marriott properties are going trough the roof too at some properties, so 20% is ok if you have intentions on flexible award stays and got a plan on using Bonvoy points "right".
Back in Jan2026, rates all over Thailand properties exploded on cash rates, but by points is was stable and good availability too, .... + the then 30% transfer Bonus from AmEx and at the end, it was a GREAT deal.
What i found, Luxury properties are now completely overpriced by points usage. 😮 So NO DOUBT, award stays are getting crazy in every program lately!
Hint, UAE, Turkey, Indonesia, Oman . . . really good value for money right now!
Bonvoy, . . . still a very decent program from most of Asia, Middle East, Greece, Italy and for sure, Turkey!
Adana Sheraton Grand . . . BEST value for points ever since last 6 years! An AMAZING property, rates on points that can't be reached at ANY other Marriott property in the world, if you got a higher status!
Lounge, Spa, Restaurants . . . OUTSTANDING value for points!
So 20% Bonus, if you got enough AmEx points, why not!
I bet, Bonvoy as well as AmEx value on points WON'T get better anytime soon!