Why I’m keeping my Marriott Bonvoy Boundless for the long term

Even if you only stay with a specific hotel loyalty program several times each year, a cobranded hotel credit card can be helpful. After all, most hotel credit cards offer bonus earnings on stays, elite status benefits and other program-specific perks.I originally signed up for the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® Credit Card (see rates and fees) in 2020 for its welcome offer and 15 elite night credits each year. However, I plan to keep the card long-term for its annual free night and elite night credits.The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless currently has a welcome offer of 125,000 bonus points and a free night award (valued at up to 50,000 points; certain hotels charge resort fees), earned after spending $3,000 on purchases within the first three months from account opening. Additionally, you can earn up to $100 in statement credits after spending $500 on eligible airline purchases. (Spend $250 between June 4 and Dec. 31, 2026, to earn a $50 statement credit; earn another $50 statement credit after spending $250 or more between Jan. 1 and June 30, 2027.)This welcome offer will provide significant value in your first year with the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless, but here's a look at the ongoing benef...