A global hotel chain with over 4,700 properties in 100+ countries and a strong Canadian presence with 180+ locations. Points have a fixed value with no blackout dates on reward nights, making the program simple and predictable.
| Program | Ratio | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Star Alliance | ||
| Aeroplan | 5:1 | A few weeks |
| Avianca LifeMiles | 5:1 | A few weeks |
| Lufthansa Miles & More | 5:1 | A few weeks |
| United MileagePlus | 5:1 | A few weeks |
| Oneworld | ||
| Cathay Pacific Asia Miles | 5:1 | A few weeks |
| SkyTeam | ||
| Aeromexico Rewards | 3.13:1 | A few weeks |
| Air France KLM Flying Blue | 6:1 | A few weeks |
| SAS EuroBonus | 5:1 | A few weeks |
| Virgin Atlantic Flying Club | 5:1 | A few weeks |
| Other Airlines | ||
| Alaska Airlines Atmos Rewards | 5:1 | A few weeks |
| Southwest Rapid Rewards | 4.17:1 | A few weeks |
Our Valuation
0.8 cents per point(CAD)
0.6 cents per point (USD)
A no-frills hotel program with fixed-value points and no blackout dates. Lower per-point value reflects the budget positioning, but the simplicity and lack of devaluation risk have their own appeal.
Last updated: February 20, 2026
BWH Hotels, one of the world’s largest hospitality groups, is composed of three companies: WorldHotels, Best Western Hotels & Resorts, and SureStay Hotels. Altogether, the group’s portfolio comprises 4,300 hotels in 100+ countries under 19 brands.
BWH Hotels’ main loyalty program is Best Western Rewards, which allows you to earn and redeem points across the portfolio.
In this guide, we’ll cover everything there is to know about Best Western Rewards, including how to optimize your earning and redeeming within the program.
Both cards offer fairly generous welcome bonuses, especially considering their low annual fees. However, with no category earning multipliers other than Best Western purchases, the cards’ earning rates on everyday spending are lacklustre.
The Best Western Rewards Premium Mastercard earns an additional 10 points per dollar spent on Best Western purchases, and 2 points per dollar spent on everything else.
Meanwhile, the Best Western Rewards Mastercard earns an additional 3 points per dollar spent on Best Western purchases, and also 2 points per dollar spent on everything else.
Notably, you can also earn Best Western points by staying at independent properties under WorldHotels, which Best Western acquired in 2019.
By default, you’ll earn 10 points per dollar spent or the local equivalent at properties under the Best Western umbrella.
Best Western Rewards elite members earn additional points as follows:
Buying Best Western points isn’t a good deal, so only buy points when you absolutely need them for a top-up.
With Teleflora, you’ll earn 1,000 Best Western points on every order, while with Vinesse Wine Club, you’ll earn 12,500 points when you order six wines and start a subscription.
Best Western Rewards likewise has a partnership with major car rental companies, allowing you to earn points based on how much you spend, or on a set number of points per car rental.
Best Western Rewards doesn’t publish an award chart; instead, the program adopts a dynamic pricing scheme. This means that the cost of a stay in points fluctuates based on a number of factors, such as dates and demand.
Award night prices range from 5,000 to 70,000 points per night. With Best Western properties, remember to always compare the cost in points versus the cost in cash, as some of the hotels can be fairly cheap when paid for.
If you don’t have enough points to fully cover an award night, you may alternatively use your points towards the cost of a paid night. With this method, you can redeem your points at a rate of 1,000 points = $5 (USD) or the local equivalent.
Best Western Rewards has a "Redemption Mall", which allows you to redeem your points for gift cards and charity donations.
More importantly, the Redemption Mall allows you to convert your points to airline miles or points.
Keep in mind that you're getting poor value with a points-to-miles exchange, so you should only convert your Best Western points when you need a top-up on a planned redemption. Besides, Best Western points never expire; therefore, it might make sense for you to hang onto them than redeem them for anything other than stays.
Note that the miles/points stated above are usually per stay. Thus, you’ll get more value opting for Best Western points, especially for longer stays.
Example of promotions include:
As an elite member, you’ll receive the following benefits:
Compared to other hotel loyalty programs, achieving the highest tier, Diamond Select, isn’t too difficult, yet then again, the benefits are subpar.
In fact, the only difference among the Platinum, Diamond, and Diamond Select tiers is the bonus points you’ll earn on paid nights. Even worse, you don't get a free breakfast benefit.
All you need to do is email StatusMatch@bestwestern.com with your full name, address, email address, phone number, Best Western Rewards member number, and proof of elite status with the other hotel program.
You can earn Best Western Rewards points mostly through stays, but there are a couple of co-branded cards with generous welcome bonuses you can sign up for in the US as well.
The program’s elite benefits are frankly lacklustre. However, with a “no catch” status match, there’s also no reason for you to not sign up for higher elite status.
First-year value
$336
Monthly fee: $15.99
• Earn 1,250 points per month upon spending $750 per month for 12 months
Earning rates
Key perks
Monthly fee: $15.99
• Earn 1,250 points per month upon spending $750 per month for 12 months
Earning rates
Key perks