Link: Learn more about the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® Credit Card
Marriott Bonvoy has a portfolio of co-branded credit cards, issued by both American Express and Chase. The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® Credit Card is the mid-range personal card issued by Chase, and it’s a card that can be worth it on an ongoing basis for the perks.
We’ve just seen a massive new welcome offer rolled out on this card, making it an ideal time to apply. While it won’t be for everyone, I’d argue that this is probably the most interesting bonus you’ll find on any Marriott credit card, including those with higher annual fees.
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Five free night awards with the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Card
The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Card has brought back its most popular welcome offer — you can earn five free night awards after spending $3,000 within the first three months.
Each free night award can be redeemed for one night at a property with redemption levels of up to 50,000 Bonvoy points, making the total value of the offer up to 250,000 points. Free night awards are valid for 12 months from when they’re issued, and certain hotels have resort and destination fees.
I value Bonvoy points at 0.7 cents each, given all the great ways there are to redeem them. So while the maximum value of this offer is 250,000 points, I wouldn’t value the bonus quite that high, given the limited flexibility (you need to redeem the free night awards within a year, you’re capped at properties costing 50,000 points, etc.). Either way, I’d consider this to be among the most exciting bonuses you’ll find on a Marriott card.
On top of that, exclusively for 2026, the card is offering up to $100 in statement credits after spending $500 on eligible airline purchases. This comes in the form of up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually.
Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Card eligibility requirements
If you’re applying for the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Card, the general Chase application restrictions apply. There aren’t too many direct, consistent rules, but considerations include Chase’s 5/24 rule (which isn’t always enforced), being able to get up to two Chase cards every 30 days, etc.
Beyond that, since both American Express and Chase issue cards for Marriott, there are some pretty complicated restrictions regarding eligibility for this card, so see this post for more details. To summarize the very basics, you can’t get the welcome bonus on the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Card if:
- You currently have the Marriott Bonvoy Bold® Credit Card (review), or have received a new cardmember bonus on it in the past 24 months
- You currently have the Marriott Bonvoy Business® American Express® Card (review), Marriott Bonvoy Bevy® American Express® Card (review), or Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card (review), and have received a new cardmember bonus on the card in the past 24 months (it’s fine if you have those cards, you just can’t have received a bonus in the past 24 months)
- You were approved for the Marriott Bonvoy Business Card, Marriott Bonvoy Bevy Card, or Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant Card, in the past 90 days
Why the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Card is worth it
Not only does the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Card have a huge welcome offer, but this is a card that’s worth keeping in the long run. The card has a $95 annual fee, and for that you receive quite a few perks:
- The card offers an anniversary free night award every year, valid at a property costing up to 35,000 Bonvoy points (this can also be topped off with up to 15,000 additional points)
- The card offers Bonvoy Silver status for as long as you’re a cardmember, plus Bonvoy Gold status if you spend $35,000 on the card in a cardmember year
- The card offers 15 elite nights toward Bonvoy status annually, plus one additional elite night for every $5,000 spent, which can help you qualify for a higher elite tier
- The card offers Bonvoy Platinum status for as long as you’re a cardmember; this is where status really gets valuable, and offers perks like suite upgrades and free breakfast at most brands
- The card offers 6x Bonvoy points on Marriott spending, 3x Bonvoy points on gas, dining, and groceries (on up to $6,000 in cumulative purchases per calendar year, and then 2x points), and 2x Bonvoy points on all other spending
The way I view it, the $95 annual fee can easily be covered by the anniversary free night award, which makes the card worth holding onto in the long run.
Admittedly there are several Marriott cards to choose from, so there’s not just one best option, as it all depends what you’re looking for. Personally, my strategy is to have the Marriott Bonvoy Business® American Express® Card (review) and Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card (review), as I think they make a good duo.
Read a full review of the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Card.
Bottom line
At the moment, the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Card has a massive welcome offer of five free night awards upon completing minimum spending, with each free night award being valid at a property costing up to 50,000 Bonvoy points. While this bonus isn’t great for those who want to redeem at super aspirational properties, it sure is practical, as this can easily cover stays at hotels costing $200-300 per night.
The card offers an anniversary free night award valid at a property costing up to 35,000 points, and can also help you earn elite status, between the Bonvoy Silver status, the 15 elite nights annually, the elite night for every $5,000 spent, and more.
Do you plan on picking up the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Card?
I'd recommend that before you apply for this card, check to see if the places where you intend to use the five free nights are priced at or below 50k Marriott points (or 65k if you have the ability and are willing to top up) on the dates of your travel. In many popular tourist locations, desirable Marriott properties are often priced above such levels nowadays, making these free night certificates much less useful.
I received the 5 free nights awards to be used in 2025.
All expired unused, as none of the property I investigated staying at in the luxury category would accept them. That being the case, I spent my cash with other non Marriott associated brands.
Why would you get a Marriott card if you're not even staying at a Marriott.
Ben, there is an error in your post. You say that (correctly) that the card gives you silver status. Further on, you state (incorrectly) that the card gives you platinum status. I assume this is a copy pasta error from another post.
I don't think this is a very good offer. 250,000 points would be far more flexible and utile - in fact I think this offer is designed to seem big but actually be hard to maximize.
Indeed. But, the intention is to make it look good but be susceptible to breakage. I wouldn't be surprised if more of Marriott's card offers go this route.
It's it possible to have 2 Boundless cards?
I'm guessing it's not, but thought I'd ask.
No, You can product-change your existing card to a different Chase Marriott card and then apply. Once you have your new card, you can product-change your original card back to the Boundless.