Best Western Rewards
The master of reliability: enjoy the industry's only 'No Expiration' policy and instant global status matching.
Global Earning Breadth
Best Western is one of the world's most ubiquitous hotel brands, with over 4,700 properties across 100 countries. While it lacks major bank transfer partners, its simplicity is its strength. Every stay earns points that will never disappear, making it the perfect 'secondary' program for travelers who don't want to worry about expiration dates or complex devaluations.
| Earning Method | Why Use This? |
|---|---|
| FNBO Credit Cards | Earn massive sign-up bonuses and extra points on gas and groceries with BW co-branded cards. |
| Hotel Stays | Earn 10x base points per dollar plus tiered bonuses for elite members on all eligible stays. |
| Airline Partnerships | Credit your stays to partners like Southwest, United, or Lufthansa for a fixed mile reward. |
| Car Rental Partners | Earn 1,000+ points on every rental with Avis, Budget, and Hertz via the BW portal. |
Redemption Mastering
The Status Match Power
- Total Expiration Immunity: Best Western is the only major program where points truly never expire. No activity required.
- International Value: Look for 'BW Premier' properties in Europe and South America, where points often go much further than in the U.S.
- Predictable Awards: Points costs are generally stable. If a hotel is 20k points today, it will likely be 20k points next month.
Strategic Sweet Spots
Target these high-value opportunities to maximize your Best Western balance:
The ultimate peace of mind: your Best Western points are yours forever, regardless of activity.
BW will instantly match your elite status from any other hotel program for free.
Redeem for high-end 'Premier' and 'Collection' properties in Europe for outsized point value.
Simple category-based pricing (5k - 70k points) makes it easy to save for specific trips.
Diverse Portfolio
Leverage the entire BW brand family for every type of travel:
- Luxury & Boutique: BW Premier Collection and Sadie/Aiden Hotels.
- Full Service: BW Plus and BW Premier.
- Reliable Classics: Best Western and Executive Residency.