Choice Privileges guide: How to earn and redeem points, elite status and more

Choice Privileges is the rewards program for Choice Hotels, which includes brands such as Cambria Hotels, Comfort Inn, Sleep Inn and Econo Lodge. Since Choice Privileges fully integrated Radisson Rewards Americas in 2023, it also includes brands like Radisson, Radisson Blu and Park Plaza in North America, Latin America and the Caribbean.The program announced some positive changes in late 2025, including lower requirements for existing elite status tiers, a new top-tier Choice Privileges status and the introduction of milestone rewards. But it's not all good news, as the program significantly devalued its award options in major Japanese cities in mid-2026. Even so, it's still possible to get good value from the Choice Privileges program. Let's dive in.Related: What is the best hotel loyalty program? How to choose the right one for your travel needsChoice Privileges elite statusYou can qualify for Choice Privileges elite status and milestone rewards through qualifying nights or qualifying credits.Qualifying nights are generally your points-eligible nights, reward nights (including points and cash rates) and nights booked under employee or friends and family rate plans. Meanwhile, qua...