Marriott STARS and Luminous are two exclusive benefits programs available through select travel advisors and agencies. They offer special perks for bookings made through these channels.
Marriott STARS is dedicated to luxury brands like Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis, and Edition. Marriott Luminous encompasses a broader range of premium & lifestyle hotels, including Autograph Collection, Westin, and Renaissance.
These programs provide travelers with benefits similar to and often exceeding those enjoyed by Bonvoy elite members.
- Complimentary full or continental breakfast daily for up to two people per room
- Hotel credit valued at 100USD once per stay (STARS and select Luminous hotels)
- Room upgrade, subject to availability at check-in
- Early check-in & late check-out, subject to availability
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
- In-person welcome (STARS only)
- A welcome amenity and note
WanderWild Travel is a Marriott STARS & Luminous advisor.
Exclusive Benefits vary by property but typically include:
We'll work with our designated contact at each property to accommodate your travel preferences and any unique requests, ensuring that you get treated like the rock star you are!
Submit your booking request by using this form:
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We will send you STARS or Luminous room rates and property-specific benefits and will happily answer any questions you have.
We will send you a secure credit card authorization form and request travel preferences.
Once the reservation has been made, you will receive an email confirmation directly from the property and see the reservation in your Marriott Account.
Enjoy your VIP experience!
How to Book Marriott STARS & Luminous
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STARS & Luminous FAQs
There is no fee for Marriott STARS & Luminous bookings.
The Ritz-Carlton, Ritz Carlton Reserve, St. Regis, The Luxury Collection, Bvlgari, and Edition participate in Marriott's luxury STARS program.
Typically, properties from the following brands are part of Marriott Luminous: Autograph Collection, JW Marriott, Le Méridien, Marriott, Renaissance, Tribute Portfolio, W Hotels, and Westin. However, not every hotel within these brands participates, as individual properties can opt out of the program.
Yes, you will earn points and tier status. Your booking is directly with Marriott, and your Bonvoy number will be attached to your reservation.
The Stars or Luminous rate is usually the same as the flexible (standard) rate. While it could be slightly more expensive than a member rate, the added perks such as complimentary breakfast, property credit up to $100 (all STARS properties and select Luminous properties), and potential upgrades make this rate a superior value proposition.
Marriott STARS offers significant added value, as elite members are not entitled to complimentary breakfast at Bvlgari Hotels and Resorts, EDITION Hotels, The Ritz-Carlton, and Ritz-Carlton Reserve, regardless of status. Additionally, you will benefit from a $100 hotel credit through the Marriott STARS program, which is not available solely through elite status.
No. This rate is only available on paid stays.
