Marriott Bonvoy launches the first card of its kind in Saudi Arabia in the hospitality and hotel sector

Marriott Bonvoy, the award-winning travel program from Marriott International and American Express Saudi Arabia on Tuesday announced the launch of the Marriott Bonvoy American Express Credit Card; the first card of its kind in Saudi Arabia. The new Card issued by American Express Saudi Arabia permits Cardmembers the plausibility to earn Marriott Bonvoy points on their daily spending while giving them access to exclusive benefits, offers, and experiences across the company’s portfolio of 30 astonishing brands and more than 8,100 hotels and resorts, inclusive of more than 65,000 premium home rentals on Homes & Villas by Marriott International, in some of the most notable destinations in the world.

Cardmembers would enjoy greater access to perks provided to members of Marriott Bonvoy including an exclusive 20% discount on food and beverage options at participating Marriott properties in the Kingdom until October 31, 2023.

0% foreign exchange fee

The Marriott Bonvoy American Express Credit Card is a US dollar card that offers a 0% foreign exchange fee while paying in Saudi Riyals (SAR). Cardmembers can earn 5 Marriott Bonvoy points for each US$1 (or its equivalent in other currencies) paid at the participating company properties across the globe. Cardmembers can also earn – 3 points for every US$1 paid out all over the world (excluding US dollar and SAR) and 2 points for each US$1 (or SAR equivalent) transaction in Saudi Arabia.

Marriott Bonvoy Silver Elite status 

Cardmembers would inexorably be granted annual Marriott Bonvoy Silver Elite status, which offers them additional benefits such as bonus points for stays and precedence late checkout. Members would be upgraded to Gold Elite status if they spend US$30,000 within a fiscal year. Eligible Cardmembers can also benefit from a limited-time welcome bonus offer of 60,000 Marriott Bonvoy points if they spend US$3,000 in the first quarter.

The launch of the new Marriott Bonvoy American Express Credit Card aligns with their strategy to offer customers better payment choices while meeting their individual needs against a setting of continued growth in travel, said Mr. Fahad Bin Mubarak Al Guthami, Chief Executive Officer of American Express, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Al Guthami continued that the company is always exploring methods in which it can enrich its Cardmembers’ experience and are delighted to partner with Marriott Bonvoy to continue to deliver incredible value and service to its Cardmembers.

Neal Jones, Chief Sales & Marketing Officer, Europe, Middle East & Africa, Marriott International said that the team is thrilled to work with American Express Saudi Arabia to offer Marriott Bonvoy members more ways to earn points at their hotels in the Kingdom and across its portfolio of hotels, resorts, and home rentals worldwide.

Jones added that it is also a reflection of its hyper-local strategy that focuses on delivering extra value to its members in the Kingdom. The team is excited for new Cardmembers in the Kingdom to use their card to earn points and experience their extraordinary properties and homes across the globe, as well as access some incredible money-can’t-buy experiences through Marriott Bonvoy Moments.

Marriott Bonvoy American Express Credit Card customization

Customized to meet the needs of Cardmembers in Saudi Arabia and strengthen their loyalty status with Marriott Bonvoy, to open up a world of experiences. Individuals considering traveling within the Kingdom can experience the company’s portfolio in the country which showcases more than 30 properties around the world-legendary brands such as The Ritz-Carlton, JW Marriott, Sheraton, The Luxury Collection, Marriott Hotels, and Aloft Hotels.

Other Marriott Bonvoy American Express Credit Card benefits consist of a US $100 Property Credit, which can be utilized on eligible purchases during a two-night minimum stay at participating luxury hotels globally through The Ritz-Carlton and St. Regis brands, airport lounge access, an annual free night stay at its hotels, and travel insurance with Card usage from American Express. Cardmembers are also proficient to transfer points to more than 40 major airline regular flyer programs.  All its Cardmembers have access to a 15 Elite Night Credit each fiscal year.