To make associates’ vacations a little sweeter and a lot cheaper, Marriott proudly offers its associates Explore by Marriott Bonvoy. The Explore by Marriott Bonvoy program provides a special discounted room rate, food and beverage discounts and more at the company’s entire portfolio of over 30 hotel brands and 8,500+ properties worldwide. Additionally, associates are able to enroll in Marriott Bonvoy to earn member perks like points for free nights and other experiences.
Below, see some examples of how and where real associates have used Marriott’s employee discount.
What does it look like to use Explore by Marriott Bonvoy as an associate?
“Every year I use the Explore Rate to celebrate my birthday. I have been able to travel to Thailand, London, Paris, Jamaica, Dominican Republic and more. This is one of the best perks. I moved to Houston, Texas less than a year ago and the Marriott discount allows me to travel back home to Atlanta much more often! I have also used the Marriott Explore Rate to take spontaneous weekend getaways with friends and family. It’s such a great way to make memories and explore new places without breaking the bank. The discount has allowed me to stay at some amazing Marriott properties and experience their top-notch hospitality. I am truly grateful for this benefit, it has definitely enhanced my travel experiences. Thank you, Marriott, for making it easier for me to see the world and create unforgettable memories!”
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“This summer I have a very exciting month-long vacation happening! I will be starting in Paris for the weekend. Then head down to Burgundy for a friend’s wedding in a Chateau during the week. After, journey south to Monaco and explore the South of France the following weekend. From there, travel to Switzerland for another week to visit family. The next destination will be Malta to explore the beautiful beaches. From there, go back to Miami for a quick reset. Then, concluding this memorable trip in Punta Mita as the final destination,” says Luis, Director of Housekeeping at The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach, of his swoon-worthy summer travels. “I was able to find an amazing rate at the Riviera Marriott Hotel La Porte de Monaco during summer prime time. Also, at The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort, which is one of my bucket list properties to visit. I am super excited and grateful for this wonderful benefit that allows me to enjoy unique destinations and enhance my travel experiences.”
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“I absolutely love making the most of my Marriott travel rate to explore new cities! It’s been a fantastic way for me to experience our hotels, whether I’m on a family trip, a getaway with friends, or in a pinch and need a place to stay. I’ve made it a personal goal to familiarize myself with our portfolio by experiencing as many different brands as possible. To date, I’ve had the pleasure of experiencing 17 different Marriott brands, each with its own character and charm. I look forward to continuing my exploration of our hotels!”
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California HR Manager Jacquelin uses the rate to stay at Marriott hotels across the U.S., from Hawaii to Arizona and Utah to Maryland and even various National Parks.
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“I used the employee discount at The Westin Georgetown, Washington DC,” recalls Kofi, a Customer Engagement Center associate in Omaha. “My daughter was attending grad school at American University then, and I was able to enjoy the Marriott employee discount rate, which was an awesome savings. It was also a great opportunity for me to enjoy the perks of my Marriott benefits, and I took that opportunity to sign up for the Marriott Bonvoy account as well.”
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“I used the rate when I travel to a new location for a pleasure. I tend to look first if any Marriott properties are available to choose a destination of travel. Marriott Explore Rate allows me to stay in a hotel that I would not have considered or afford if I was paying the regular rate. Not only does it give me the opportunity to explore a hotel I might not normally have chosen, I also get to experience the local culture and explore the city at my own pace. The Explore Rate is an amazing way to experience new places and cultures in a way I wouldn’t have been able to do without the travel discount.”
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Florida sales leader Derek and his partner love exploring the world while taking advantage of the Explore Rate, which has “allowed us to stay in some incredible properties,” including luxury hotels in Milan and Vienna.
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“It is one of the many perks we get working for Marriott. As I travel a lot, I have gotten some amazing hotel discounts that most people won’t even believe. My favorite one was my stay at Bulgari Hotel Dubai — the best view of Dubai skyline with free buffet breakfast. Amazing! Also, visiting the pyramids of Egypt was a childhood dream for me, and when I found out about the Cairo hotel in front of those pyramids, Marriott Mena House, I had to visit. It was the most mesmerizing experience of my life where I woke up to gorgeous pyramid views and enjoyed the royal buffet breakfast!! Love them Explore Rates!”
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“Thank God for the discount! I think the travel discount makes things easier to travel, especially as a college student,” says Elijah, a front desk agent and Johnson & Wales University student. “I love traveling to see the architecture of the building, the design layout, the rooms, and I love talking to employees like me to hear their backstory. I love hearing about people’s personal journeys and what made them choose the hotel industry. I got a chance to visit Boston Marriott Long Wharf and it was the best experience I ever had. I saw the R&B group New Edition at the TD Garden arena in Boston. Long Wharf is such a beautiful property and can’t wait to stay again!”
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Chicago Housekeeping Coordinator Carolina uses the discount to travel back home to visit her family in Veracruz, Mexico, and to celebrate her daughter’s birthday: “I used the Explore Rate to get a few rooms at a local hotel, invite the family and throw her a hotel party! She would invite her cousins and we’d have a sleepover for one or two nights. They had a blast!”
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“I’m a marathoner and Marriott’s work-life balance enables me to train (since joining, I ran Boston in October ’21, Paris in April ’22, and I’ll run Boston again in April),” says Ben. “I stayed at a Marriott on that trip, taking advantage of the Explore Rate benefit!”
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“I have used my Explore Rate to make life-long memories,” says VP of Engineering Nick, who just became a member of the Quarter Century Club after celebrating 25 years of employment with Marriott. “I have taken my daughter around the country to play softball. I have taken my son on hunting and fishing adventures. I have used it to meet my family over the holidays at the halfway point since we are so far apart. Lastly, and most importantly, I have used the Explore Rate to take my wife to some of our luxury resort beach locations for our wedding anniversaries.”
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“I’ve been around the world, thanks to Marriott,” says Veketia, a Marriott HQ Global Operations leader. “There’s nothing better than to be able to just travel for like $49 to $59 and $69. It’s fantastic, I’ve been up and down the world this year.”
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“My family from El Salvador is coming to visit and I’m thinking of taking a little vacation with them to Florida,” says José, an M Club attendant at the New Orleans Marriott, of how he’s planning to use the Explore Rate. “A week or at least four days at the Marriott hotel in Destin, Florida.”
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“The gift of travel and immersing myself in new surroundings is one of the benefits a career with Marriott has given me. Some of the places I’ve visited include Japan, Australia, China, Italy, Greece, Mexico, and several states and cities in the United States. Growing up with two parents who worked for Marriott, we were able to utilize travel discounts to explore new destinations from a very young age. Marriott Explore Rate has allowed me to develop an open mind and appreciate different cultures, taste extraordinary food, and experience genuine hospitality.”
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“I’m a big skier, so we travel for skiing, and I’ve been able to use it in both Vail and Beaver Creek in Colorado,” says Engineering Director David on how he likes to take advantage of the employee benefit.
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Who is eligible for Explore by Marriott Bonvoy?
All Marriott associates at hotels and locations managed by Marriott and their eligible immediate family members are eligible to use Explore by Marriott Bonvoy.
How do Marriott associates book a room using Explore by Marriott Bonvoy?
Using the Explore by Marriott Bonvoy program as a Marriott associate is actually pretty easy. When booking a room with the Explore rate discount, associates just go to marriott.com or the Marriott Bonvoy app, login to their Marriott Bonvoy account, and enter their desired destination, travel dates, up to two rooms and a special Explore Rate code (shared with Marriott associates only). Upon check-in at the hotel, additional documentation of associate status is required.
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