Marriott is now extending the global reach of its award winning loyalty program. Now guests and travellers in Africa can take advantage of Marriott Rewards when staying at every Protea and African Pride Hotel across the continent. This new move further bolsters the already expansive reach of Marriott’s loyalty program, which is currently active at 4,000 properties worldwide.
Now all Protea and African Pride guests can earn and redeem Marriott loyalty program points in Namibia, Zambia, Tanzania, Ghana, Uganda, Nigeria and Malawi. This move comes directly after a similar enhancement recently saw Marriott Rewards also added to 25 properties in Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban.
"Marriott Rewards members--our most loyal guests--are seeking travel experiences that empower them to pursue their passions,” said Mark Satterfield, Chief Operating Officer for Marriott International, Middle East & Africaand Marriott International's Business Leader for Protea Hotels. “Marriott Rewards' expansion to include all Protea Hotels allows members to enjoy the benefits of loyalty when traveling to Africa, whether for business or leisure."
This marks the first time that domestic stays at an African hotel brand can earn guests loyalty program points which can also be redeemed during international travel. As a moderate and upper moderate hotel, Protea manages properties in key business centers and desirable destinations. With modern design and a unique blend of local style and personal service, it also offers accommodations ideal for both business and leisure travelers.
This expansion of Marriott Rewards now gives these guests the ability to earn hotel stays and a wide range of other benefits including frequent flyer miles, cruises, car rentals and exclusive merchandise.
Marriott Rewards also gives members additional benefits that include complimentary Wi-Fi, convenient mobile check-in and check-out through the brand’s app, and other offers that become available when guests book rooms through Marriott.com.
With numerous well-known international properties all around the globe, Marriott is proud to operate a loyalty program that is recognized as one of the best in the industry. By making rewards accessible through a modern and easy approach, Marriott Rewards has won the Freddie Award for "Best Hotel Rewards Program in the Americas" eight years in a row. It has also won the 2011 and 2010 Frequent Travel Award for "Best Hotel Rewards Program."