If you’re holding Chase Ultimate Rewards points, you now have the opportunity to transfer them to Marriott Bonvoy with a 70% bonus, meaning your points go further than usual. Here’s how it works, when it’s a smart move — and when it may not be.
📈 How the Bonus Works
- Standard transfer: 1 Chase Point → 1 Marriott Bonvoy Point
- With the bonus: 1 Chase Point → 1.70 Marriott Bonvoy Points
- Example: If you transfer 100,000 Chase points, you receive 170,000 Bonvoy points.
The window for the bonus is limited, so timing matters.
💡 When It’s Worth Considering
This kind of bonus can be very valuable if you meet the right conditions:
- You have a specific stay or hotel redemption in mind with Marriott
- You already hold sufficient Bonvoy points or value the brand
- The bonus lowers your effective cost per point enough that the redemption value still exceeds typical benchmarks
- You don’t mind redeeming within the Marriott ecosystem rather than preserving points for other transfer partners
If those line up, you can really amplify your points value.
⚠️ Why It May Not Always Be Smart
- Transferring points locks them into Marriott’s program, which has its own award-pricing dynamics (and can be more volatile than airlines)
- Bonus programs like this often hide nuance — while you’re getting more Bonvoy points, the value per point may not improve in proportion
- If you don’t have a clear redemption or plan lined up, you may regret transferring early
- Other Chase transfer partners may offer better value even without bonuses — compare before committing
🧭 My Take
This 70% transfer bonus is noteworthy and gives Chase members an opportunity to squeeze extra value out of their Ultimate Rewards points. But it’s not a “use in every case” scenario — optimization requires being strategic: have the redemption in mind, understand the award cost, and only transfer when the math adds up.
Bottom line: great bonus → better results when paired with a plan.
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