Key takeaways:
- Four fixed free night redemption tiers will be available: 5,000, 15,000, 30,000, and 45,000 points per bedroom per night.
- Free nights will now start at 5,000 points, while a limited number of premium hotels will move to the new 45,000-point tier.
- Wyndham will continue offering fixed-point redemptions with no dynamic pricing or seasonal increases, and existing bookings made before September 15 will be honored.
Wyndham Rewards is introducing updates to its free night redemption structure beginning September 15, 2026, giving members more flexibility while preserving the simplicity they value. The program will expand from three to four fixed redemption tiers—5,000, 15,000, 30,000, and 45,000 points per bedroom per night. The new structure lowers the entry point for free nights from 7,500 to just 5,000 points, while adding a 45,000-point tier for a small number of the program’s most elevated hotels. At the same time, hotels will be redistributed across all four tiers, with the vast majority remaining within the 5,000-, 15,000-, and 30,000-point levels.
These changes reflect the continued evolution of Wyndham Rewards as the program has grown to include hundreds of luxury, lifestyle, and all-inclusive properties. Importantly, members can still count on the same straightforward, fixed-point redemption model with no dynamic pricing or seasonal rate increases. Travelers planning an upcoming trip are encouraged to book before September 15 to lock in current redemption rates. Existing point bookings made before the change will be honored, and if a property’s redemption rate decreases after the update, the difference in points will be automatically returned to the member.
Why it matters:
- Members will have access to more entry-level redemption opportunities, making free nights more attainable.
- The updated tier structure better reflects the growth of Wyndham Rewards, including its expanding portfolio of luxury and all-inclusive hotels.
- Booking before September 15, 2026 allows members to secure current redemption rates, with added peace of mind through Wyndham’s booking protections.
Learn more here: Wyndham Hotel Resorts adds a redemption tier to its Wyndham Rewards loyalty program
Further reading: Leaders in Customer Loyalty: Brand Stories | How Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is building customer loyalty beyond hotel stays