Best For
Rewards Rate - Points
- Up to 17X total points at Marriott
- Earn 3X points per $1 on the first $6,000 spent in combined purchases annually on grocery stores, gas stations, and dining.
- Earn 2X points per $1 on all other purchases
- Annual Free Night Award, valid for a one night hotel stay at a property with a redemption level up to 35,000 points.
- Earn 1 Elite Night Credit towards Elite Status for every $5,000 you spend. Receive 15 Elite Night Credits each calendar year. Restrictions apply. You will automatically receive Silver Elite Status each calendar year as a cardmember. Path to Gold Status when you spend $35,000 on purchases each calendar year.
- Intro offer
- Earn 3 Free Night Awards after spending $3,000 in first 3 months.
- Annual fee
- $95
- Regular APR
- 19.99 – 29.99 Variable APR
- Recommended credit
- 700–850 (Good to Excellent)
- Travel Perks
- Hotel Status, Rental Car Insurance, Travel Insurance
Highlights
- Anniversary Free Night Award (up to a set points cap; terms apply).
- Automatic Silver Elite status and 15 Elite Night Credits toward higher tiers.
- Elevated earn at Marriott properties; useful everyday categories.
- No foreign transaction fees and solid protections from Chase.
Who is this card good for?
- Marriott fans who can redeem the anniversary night each year.
- Guests seeking a head start toward elite status via 15 Elite Night Credits.
- Travelers who value Marriott’s global footprint across many brands.
Pointalize Opinion
Pros
- Anniversary night often offsets the fee alone.
- 15 Elite Night Credits meaningfully accelerate status.
- Simple path to ongoing points on stays and everyday spend.
Cons
- Free night certificate has a points cap.
- Best value requires at least occasional Marriott stays.
Pointalize Final Thoughts
Boundless centers on the dependable anniversary night and status boost—ideal if Marriott is in your travel mix each year.