Marriott Bonvoy Boundless
Chase · Hotel review
Marriott guests who stay 5+ nights a year and want the annual free-night certificate (up to 35k points) — when redeemed
Sorted by score, never commission
Annual fee
$95
Charged each renewal year
Ongoing APR
20.99% – 27.99% variable
Variable — verify the current range at the issuer
Foreign transaction fee
None
Travel-friendly abroad
As of June 29, 2026
Best for
Marriott guests who stay 5+ nights a year and want the annual free-night certificate (up to 35k points) — when redeemed at a $200+/night Marriott property, the cert alone clears the $95 AF.
Not for
Anyone who can't reliably use the free-night certificate within its 12-month window (most certificates expire unused, which is the data point honest reviewers skip) and travelers who prefer Hyatt's redemption math.
The catch
Marriott devalued its award chart in 2024 — properties that were 35k in 2023 are now 40-60k. The free-night cert is capped at 35k, which means it now redeems for fewer canonical sweet-spot stays than the marketing promises. Verify your target property's current rate before counting the cert toward AF math.
Card facts
Sourced from the issuer's published Schumer Box and terms — confirm current numbers at the issuer.
Product specs
- Annual fee
- $95
- Ongoing APR
- 20.99% – 27.99% variable
- Foreign transaction fee
- None
- Balance transfer fee
- $5 or 5%
- Late payment fee
- Up to $40
- Schumer Box verified
- June 29, 2026
How we scored this card
See our published methodology — 5 dimensions, 0–20 each, 100-point total.
Frequently asked
Is the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless's $95 annual fee worth it?
The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless charges a $95 annual fee. In our review it earns a fees score of 15/20 — the "How we scored this card" section below shows how we weigh that against the rewards and benefits. Marriott guests who stay 5+ nights a year and want the annual free-night certificate (up to 35k points) — when redeemed at a $200+/night Marriott property, the cert alone clears the $95 AF.
What APR does the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless charge?
20.99% – 27.99% variable. APRs are variable and set by the issuer — confirm the current range on the issuer's Schumer Box before you commit.
Does the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless charge foreign transaction fees?
No. The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless has no foreign transaction fee, so it works cleanly for purchases abroad.
Who is the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless best for?
Marriott guests who stay 5+ nights a year and want the annual free-night certificate (up to 35k points) — when redeemed at a $200+/night Marriott property, the cert alone clears the $95 AF.
Who should skip the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless?
Anyone who can't reliably use the free-night certificate within its 12-month window (most certificates expire unused, which is the data point honest reviewers skip) and travelers who prefer Hyatt's redemption math.
How did ClearValue score the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless?
Marriott Bonvoy Boundless scored 75/100 — "Worth considering". We score every card across five dimensions (effective rewards, fee structure, audience fit, transparency, and whether an honest weakness is named), 0–20 each. Scores are never influenced by commission. See our methodology for the full rubric.
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