Book Discounted Awards in Hawaii and More With Marriott's Summer PointSavers List
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Marriott's PointSavers awards allow you to use fewer points than usual (up to 33% off) to book a stay at some of the brand's top properties. Marriott recently released its PointSavers list for the summer months, and the ones below are definitely worth considering if they align with your upcoming vacation plans — or maybe they provide the inspiration you've been looking for to lock in some travel.
Before jumping into the top options from this latest list, I feel obligated to remind you of the golden rule of Marriott points: Book nights in five-night blocks because with every four nights spent on points, you get the fifth one free.
Earn Points to Pay for Your Stay
If you're short on Marriott points but are tempted by any of the options below, you have a few ways to rack up the necessary rewards. First, remember that you can transfer Starpoints to Marriott at a 1:3 ratio and then book one of these PointSavers properties — so if you're sitting on lots of SPG points that's a quick solution.
If you don't have any points you can transfer over, you could buy Starpoints with a 35% discount now through the end of May. And as a last resort, you could sign up for the Marriott Rewards Premier Plus Credit Card and earn 75,000 Marriott points after spending $3,000 in the first three months. You might not earn the points in time to lock in one of these properties for summer, but at the very least you'd be in a good position by the time the next PointSavers list comes out.
Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel
Available dates: May 28 - June 7; June 11 - August 9; August 13 - 31
PointSavers rate: 30,000 points per night
Standard rate: 35,000 points per night
Summer isn't necessarily the ideal time to travel to Palm Springs, but if you’re in need for a resort-style getaway, this property can still fit the bill. It's situated at the foot of the San Jacinto Mountains, with access to hiking trails, museums, art galleries and other cultural attractions. The pool features late-night hours and cabanas — essential if you’re going to bear the Coachella Valley’s summer heat.
Courtyard By Marriott Waikiki Beach
Available dates: Through June 24
PointSavers rate: 30,000 points per night
Standard rate: 35,000 points per night
This property frequently shows up on the PointSavers list, but that’s no reason to shy away. Hawaii is picturesque any time of year, and Waikiki Beach is a convenient home base on the island of Oahu. Steps away from the Pacific Ocean, location is the primary attraction of this property. Though it doesn't offer resort-style amenities, it makes up for it with easy access to snorkeling, scuba diving and more.
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center (Nashville)
Available dates: Jul 1-12; July 17-22; July 25-28
PointSavers rate: 30,000 points per night
Standard rate: 35,000 points per night
There’s no better time to visit country music’s capital than summer. This resort offers more than just access to the city, though, including golf, an indoor riverboat cruise, expansive fitness facilities and an indoor promenade. The Country Music Hall of Fame and General Jackson Showboat are nearby.
Renaissance Washington, DC Downtown Hotel
Available dates: June 8-1; June 15-17; June 28-30; July 1-8; July 13-14; July 20-22
PointSavers rate: 35,000 points per night
Standard rate: 40,000 points per night
Is there a better place to spend the Fourth of July than our nation’s capital? By far the best deal among Marriott PointSavers this summer, the property is walking distance to the White House and National Mall. Close proximity to Chinatown and Penn Quarter District make D.C.’s nightlife easily accessible.
Bottom Line
This summer’s “Point Savers” offerings encourage travelers to largely stay stateside. Though some offer deals in destinations that will be in the offseason this summer, there are attractive destinations at great properties in the height of peak travel season in both Nashville and Washington, D.C. Regardless of your aspirations for summer travel, if using points, definitely consider these properties first.