Citi Just Dropped a Rare Marriott Bonvoy Offer: $30 Back on $300 Stays

If you've got a Citi card, you might want to check your offers before your next hotel stay. There's a new targeted Citi Merchant Offer for Marriott Bonvoy that gives you a flat $30 statement credit when you spend $300 or more at a participating U.S. Marriott property. It's a first for Citi, and it's a solid deal if you have a qualifying stay coming up.

What’s the deal?

Citi has rolled out a new merchant offer for Marriott Bonvoy that’s pretty straightforward: spend at least $300 in one transaction at a participating U.S. Marriott property, and you’ll get a $30 statement credit. That’s effectively 10% back, which is a nice little bonus if you’re already planning a stay.

What makes this interesting is that it’s the first time we’ve seen a Marriott Bonvoy offer on Citi cards. Chase and Amex have had similar promotions for years, but Citi has been quiet on this front until now. If you’re a Citi cardholder, it’s worth logging into your account to see if the offer is waiting for you.

The fine print you need to know

Before you get too excited, there are a few details that could trip you up. First, the offer is only valid for in-store purchases—so if you book online or through a third-party site, you’re out of luck. You’ll need to pay at the front desk or at the property itself.

The $300 minimum must be met in a single transaction. So if your stay costs $250, you won’t qualify unless you add something like a meal or spa charge to the same bill. Also, the credit is limited to one redemption per cardholder, so don’t expect to stack it on multiple stays.

There are some exclusions to watch out for: gift cards, online purchases, and anything booked through a reseller or travel agency won’t count. You’ll also need to make sure the transaction is in U.S. dollars, and the offer expires on September 30, 2026.

• Valid only for in-store purchases at U.S. Marriott properties
• Single transaction of $300 or more required
• One credit per cardholder
• Excludes gift cards, online bookings, and third-party reservations
• Must be in USD
• Expires 9/30/26

How to make the most of it

If you have multiple Citi cards, check each one—the offer might be available on more than one. If your stay is going to cost more than $600, you could split the bill across two cards to earn two separate $30 credits. Just ask the front desk to split the payment, and you’re good.

For smaller stays, the Chase Offer (if you have it) might be a better fit, since it has a lower spending threshold. But for a $300+ stay, this Citi offer is a solid way to shave a bit off your bill.

One more thing: even though the terms say gift cards aren’t eligible, some people have had success triggering similar offers by buying a gift card at the front desk. It’s not guaranteed, but if you’re feeling lucky, it might be worth a try.

Bottom Line

• This is a rare Citi Merchant Offer for Marriott Bonvoy—check your Citi app or online account to see if you’re targeted.
• Spend $300+ in a single in-store transaction at a U.S. Marriott property to get a $30 statement credit.
• The offer expires on September 30, 2026, and is limited to one redemption per cardholder.
• If you have multiple eligible Citi cards, you might be able to split a larger bill to earn multiple credits.

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