Great Value and Location at SpringHill Suites Jackson Hole
Jackson Hole is not only a destination unto itself, but it is also a gateway to many outdoor adventures including easy access to national parks such as Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park. It’s gorgeous, it’s fun, it’s very well located, the people are friendly, it has great weather, and hotels can be quite expensive. When we unexpectedly got the chance for a short visit this week we jumped at it. Our flight on a private plane there might have been free, and our nonstop United flight home on miles only cost $5.60 in out of pocket taxes, but lodging costs were another story.
A Motel 6 type property in Jackson Hole started at about $200+ per night in early August. Mid-range hotels were going for about $400+ per night, and the high end properties like the Four Seasons and others were comfortably sitting at close to $1,000 for one night. I’m used to mountain locations having fire sales on rates during the summer, but that is not the case in Jackson because it isn’t a ski town, it is simply an almost year-round popular destination that is especially popular during the summer.
One of the newest properties in town is the SpringHill Suites Jackson Hole just a few short blocks from the Jackson Town Square. This property opened just a few months ago in May 2017, has four floors and 121 rooms, and you can stay there for 35,000 Marriott Rewards points per night. If you prefer to speak in SPG numbers, that is the same as about 11,666 SPG points per night. That isn’t cheap, but considering paid rates here in the summer are legitimately $400+ per night on a regular basis, it isn’t bad at all. Note that some other times of the year can be much less expensive on cash - I'm seeing $150+ for some winter and even lower than that on some more off-peak dates.
For my night the hotel was originally showing as sold out, but then the morning of travel one king studio suite became available for either $450+ per night or 35,000 Marriott points. You know which option I choose.
New, modern, and cute aren’t the words that come to my mind when I first think of SpringHill Suites, but those are accurate words to describe this particular SpringHill Suites. The hotel is as adorable, clean, and as nice in person as it was on the website.
As a Marriott Gold we got free parking and free premium internet. There is free breakfast for everyone beginning at 6:30AM, though sadly we had to leave before then so I can’t speak to the breakfast selections.
Our room was on the first floor, and we absolutely loved it. It was perfect for my daughter and I, but it could have easily housed three people if one slept on the pull-out couch. It would be a push for four people to comfortably stay in this room, though could be done in a pinch if the kids were still small. If you have a family of four I would target the rooms with two queen beds.
The TV was large, bright, and up to date with easy access to your Netflix and similar streaming accounts. The desk was actually inviting to use and had a very ingenious sliding divider you could use to section of off the room a bit. I was able to work every light switch I encountered (hurray!), and the window unit air conditioner worked fabulously.
The highlight of the room though was the bed. Not only did it look inviting, but it was insanely comfortable. I wish I could have slept in longer, because I know it was some comfortable piled under the pillows and fluffy bedding. Seriously, I loved that bed. Our relationship was all too short.
One downside of the room if you travel with smaller children is that it was a shower instead of a bath tub combo, but for most adults that is a good thing. I get grossed out by hotel bathrooms pretty easily, but this bathroom was very bright and clean.
There was a small fridge, microwave, and Keurig in the room. The hotel also had a workout facility, laundry, and an outdoor pool and hot tub.
We didn’t spend a ton of time in the hotel on our one night stay, but I really loved it. My daughter kept saying how much she loved it as well, and she isn't shy to express her thoughts when rooms aren't very exciting. There aren’t a ton of points friendly hotel options in Jackson, and frankly there aren’t even a ton of newer hotels period. While there is something to be said in staying at one of the charming non-chain properties in the city, I was quite happy to use points and stay in a new property within walking distance to so many shops, restaurants, and of course the famous elk antler arches.
I very much want to return to SpringHill Suites Jackson Hole with my family on our next visit to the area as I know they will be comfortable here, and I know that I will be able to comfortably afford the stay thanks to Marriott Rewards and Starwood Preferred Guest points and status.
Where does your family like to stay when you visit the Jackson Hole area?
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- Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
- Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
- Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on flights booked directly with airlines or on AmexTravel.com.
- Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on prepaid hotels and other eligible purchases booked on AmexTravel.com.
- Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
- $120 Uber Cash on Gold: Add your Gold Card to your Uber account and get $10 in Uber Cash each month to use on orders and rides in the U.S. when you select an American Express Card for your transaction. That’s up to $120 Uber Cash annually. Plus, after using your Uber Cash, use your Card to earn 4X Membership Rewards® points for Uber Eats purchases made with restaurants or U.S. supermarkets. Point caps and terms apply.
- $84 Dunkin' Credit: With the $84 Dunkin' Credit, you can earn up to $7 in monthly statement credits after you enroll and pay with the American Express® Gold Card at U.S. Dunkin' locations. Enrollment is required to receive this benefit.
- $100 Resy Credit: Get up to $100 in statement credits each calendar year after you pay with the American Express® Gold Card to dine at U.S. Resy restaurants or make other eligible Resy purchases. That's up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually. Enrollment required.
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| 4X | Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year. |
| 4X | Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year. |
| 3X | Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on flights booked directly with airlines or on AmexTravel.com. |
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Why We Chose It
There’s a lot to love about the Amex Gold. It’s a fan favorite thanks to its fantastic bonus-earning rates at restaurants worldwide and at U.S. supermarkets. If you’re hitting the skies soon, you’ll also earn bonus Membership Rewards points on travel. Paired with up to $120 in Uber Cash annually (for U.S. Uber rides or Uber Eats orders, card must be added to Uber app and you can redeem with any Amex card), up to $120 in annual dining statement credits to be used with eligible partners, an up to $84 Dunkin’ credit each year at U.S. Dunkin Donuts and an up to $100 Resy credit annually, there’s no reason that foodies shouldn’t add the Amex Gold to their wallet. These benefits alone are worth more than $400, which offsets the $325 annual fee on the Amex Gold card. Enrollment is required for select benefits. (Partner offer)Pros
- 4 points per dollar spent on dining at restaurants worldwide and U.S. supermarkets (on the first $50,000 in purchases per calendar year; then 1 point per dollar spent thereafter and $25,000 in purchases per calendar year; then 1 point per dollar spent thereafter, respectively)
- 3 points per dollar spent on flights booked directly with the airline or with amextravel.com
- Packed with credits foodies will enjoy
- Solid welcome bonus
Cons
- Not as useful for those living outside the U.S.
- Some may have trouble using Uber and other dining credits
- You may be eligible for as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $6,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer. Apply to know if you’re approved and find out your exact welcome offer amount – all with no credit score impact. If you’re approved and choose to accept the Card, your score may be impacted.
- Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
- Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
- Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on flights booked directly with airlines or on AmexTravel.com.
- Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on prepaid hotels and other eligible purchases booked on AmexTravel.com.
- Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
- $120 Uber Cash on Gold: Add your Gold Card to your Uber account and get $10 in Uber Cash each month to use on orders and rides in the U.S. when you select an American Express Card for your transaction. That’s up to $120 Uber Cash annually. Plus, after using your Uber Cash, use your Card to earn 4X Membership Rewards® points for Uber Eats purchases made with restaurants or U.S. supermarkets. Point caps and terms apply.
- $84 Dunkin' Credit: With the $84 Dunkin' Credit, you can earn up to $7 in monthly statement credits after you enroll and pay with the American Express® Gold Card at U.S. Dunkin' locations. Enrollment is required to receive this benefit.
- $100 Resy Credit: Get up to $100 in statement credits each calendar year after you pay with the American Express® Gold Card to dine at U.S. Resy restaurants or make other eligible Resy purchases. That's up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually. Enrollment required.
- $120 Dining Credit: Satisfy your cravings, sweet or savory, with the $120 Dining Credit. Earn up to $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the American Express® Gold Card at Grubhub, The Cheesecake Factory, Goldbelly, Wine.com, and Five Guys. Enrollment required.
- Explore over 1,000 upscale hotels worldwide with The Hotel Collection and receive a $100 credit towards eligible charges* with every booking of two nights or more through AmexTravel.com. *Eligible charges vary by property.
- No Foreign Transaction Fees.
- Annual Fee is $325.
- Terms Apply.