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IHG vs. Marriott
On the published numbers, Marriott carries the higher valuation, but the right answer depends on where you actually fly or stay. Marriott keeps more options open as a transferable currency.
At a glance
| IHG | Marriott | |
|---|---|---|
| TPG valuation | 0.6¢ | 0.8¢ |
| NerdWallet valuation | 0.6¢ | 0.8¢ |
| Currency | Single-program | Transferable |
| Expiration | 12 mo inactivity | 24 mo inactivity |
| Parent | InterContinental Hotels Group | Marriott International |
IHG One Rewards
IHG runs identity verification for high-value award redemptions, particularly at Six Senses and Regent properties. Our specialists coordinate with the account holder by phone to authorize the booking within standard IHG flows.
- Six Senses property, 1 night:100,000 to 140,000points via Six Senses (IHG)
- Regent Hong Kong, 1 night:115,000 to 165,000points via Regent (IHG)
- PointBreaks property, 1 night:22,500 to 45,000points via IHG One Rewards
Marriott Bonvoy
Marriott runs identity verification on award redemptions and point transfers, especially for large balances. Our specialists coordinate every Bonvoy transaction with the account holder by phone, working within Marriott standard authentication flow.
- Ritz-Carlton Maldives, 1 night:100,000 to 180,000points via Ritz-Carlton
- St. Regis property, 1 night:75,000 to 130,000points via St. Regis
- Partner airline transfer with bonus:320,000 to 380,000points via Marriott airline transfers
When to sell either for cash
If neither balance lines up with a redemption that beats its cash value, selling is the move. The payout is personalized, so check a quote for whichever balance you are sitting on.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions, answered straight.
Independent valuations put IHG near 0.6 cents and Marriott near 0.8 cents. A valuation is an average, though. What you get depends on the specific redemption you can book.
Not directly. These are separate programs. The transferable one moves to airline and hotel partners, but not to the other.
If you do not have a redemption that beats the cash value, selling can win for either. The payout is personalized to your balance, so request a quote to compare it against what you could book.
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