Marriott STARS & Luminous

Same Marriott STARS & Luminous rate, with daily breakfast, $100 hotel credit, and upgrade priority included

You get the same rate as booking direct, with added benefits and zero downside.

The Benefits

Book Marriott STARS at the same rate as Marriott.com, with added benefits included.

• Daily breakfast for two
(Daily breakfast for two, typically served in the hotel restaurant rather than limited to a lounge breakfast.)

• $100 hotel credit per stay
(Use it for dining, spa, or incidentals.)

• Upgrade priority on arrival

• Early check-in and late check-out

• Welcome amenity on arrival

• Full Marriott Bonvoy earning
(Points and elite status benefits apply on top. STARS adds to your status, it doesn’t replace it)

• Same rate as booking direct

• Flexible rate, no markup, no booking fees.

• Some properties offer additional perks

• This can include extra credit, guaranteed upgrades, or other inclusions. We’ll confirm these at the time of booking.

Why Luxury Travelers Book with Clements Travel

You enjoy added value at the same price when booking through Clements Travel. The right advisor unlocks meaningful benefits across luxury hotels and travel.

Booking direct or online

Booking with Clements Travel

Public price
Standard public rate
Same public rate
Daily breakfast
Not usually included
Included at many preferred properties
Hotel or onboard credit
Rare
Often USD 100+ at preferred properties
Upgrade priority
Based on availability only
Priority for upgrades when available
Preferred partner recognition
Not typically included
Yes at participating properties
Loyalty points
Yes
Yes
Booking fees
None
None
Advisor support
No
Yes, before & during your journey

The same added-value approach extends to luxury cruises, private aviation, rail journeys and tailor-made travel.

How Booking with Clements Travel Works.

A simple, seamless process from planning to return.

Expert advisor with over 20 years in luxury travel

Same rate you would pay booking direct

Direct billing. Transparent pricing. No booking fees

1
STEP 1

Send your enquiry.

Tell us your dates, hotel, and any preferences, Response within 1–2 hours during working hours

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STEP 2

Receive your quote.

We send a free, no-obligation quote.
Same rate as booking direct, with VIP benefits added.
No booking fees, no markup.

3
STEP 3

Confirm your booking.

Once you’re happy, we secure the reservation. Your confirmation comes directly from the hotel with benefits included.

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STEP 4

Pay the hotel directly, usually at the hotel.

You pay the hotel using their secure system. We never see or store your card details.

5
STEP 5

Enjoy added benefits.

Daily breakfast, hotel credits, upgrade priority. We also push the hotel for the best possible room allocation.

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Why Book Marriott STARS & Luminous with Clements Travel

Clements Travel can book eligible Marriott STARS and Marriott Luminous rates with added preferred partner benefits at participating Marriott hotels.

We check whether your hotel falls under Marriott STARS or Marriott Luminous, confirm the eligible rate, and make sure the benefits are clearly included before you book. These benefits can include daily breakfast for two, a hotel credit, upgrade priority, early check-in, late checkout and a welcome amenity, depending on the property.

You still pay the hotel directly and can usually earn Marriott Bonvoy points and elite night credits on eligible stays. If you already have Marriott Bonvoy status, STARS or Luminous can sit alongside it rather than replacing it.

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Marriott Bonvoy Points with STARS & Luminous

Marriott STARS and Luminous bookings are usually made on eligible paid Marriott rates, so you can still earn Marriott Bonvoy points, elite night credits and qualifying stay credit.

This is one of the reasons the program is so useful. It does not replace your Marriott Bonvoy status, it sits alongside it.

We have many clients who are already Titanium or Ambassador Elite members, and STARS can still further enhance the booking through hotel credit, preferred partner recognition, upgrade priority, breakfast handling, welcome amenities and direct hotel communication.

For guests without Marriott status, STARS and Luminous can be an easy way to add valuable hotel benefits. For elite members, it can give the hotel another reason to pay closer attention to the stay.

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Marriott Bonvoy luxury resort stay with STARS and Luminous benefits, points earning and preferred partner recognition

Every Brand Covered by Marriott STARS - and What You Receive at Each

Marriott STARS applies across Marriott’s luxury brands:

• The Ritz-Carlton

• Ritz-Carlton Reserve

• St. Regis

• EDITION

• Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts

• The Luxury Collection (participating)

• W Hotels (select properties)

• JW Marriott (select properties)

• Other brands fall under Marriott Luminous.

Not sure which applies? Send us the hotel and we’ll confirm.

What is Marriott Luminous?

Marriott Luminous is Marriott’s preferred partner program for its premium and upper-upscale brands.

It gives you added benefits at the same rate as booking direct at hotels like:

• JW Marriott

• W Hotels

• Autograph Collection

• Westin

• Renaissance

• Le Méridien

Marriott STARS vs Amex Fine Hotels & Resorts

Marriott STARS is often the strongest route for eligible Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis, EDITION, Ritz-Carlton Reserve and other Marriott luxury hotel bookings because it is handled through Marriott’s preferred partner channel.

You can usually earn Marriott Bonvoy points and elite night credits, keep your eligible Bonvoy status benefits, and add STARS benefits such as breakfast, hotel credit, upgrade priority, welcome amenity and hotel recognition.

Amex Fine Hotels & Resorts can still be useful, especially where it offers a better rate or guaranteed 4pm late checkout. We compare the options where relevant and quote the route that gives the best overall value for your stay.

For many Marriott luxury hotels, especially for guests with Titanium or Ambassador status, STARS can be the cleaner option because it works naturally alongside Marriott Bonvoy.

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We check the hotel rate, confirm the partner benefits, and send you a clear quote. If you want to book, the hotel sends the confirmation directly with your benefits included.

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Marriott STARS & Luminous

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a minimum stay for Marriott STARS & Luminous benefits?

Generally, there is no minimum stay to enjoy Marriott STARS & Luminous benefits through Clements Travel. You receive full perks like breakfast and hotel credits even on single-night stays, though some specific promotions may vary.

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How does the Marriott STARS & Luminous hotel credit work?

The $100 hotel credit (or local equivalent) is typically applied to your final bill at checkout. It can be used for dining, spa treatments, or other resort activities depending on the specific property's policy.

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Do I still earn Marriott Bonvoy points?

Yes. Booking Marriott STARS & Luminous through Clements Travel is considered a 'qualified rate.' You will earn full Marriott Bonvoy points and elite night credits on top of our exclusive partner benefits.

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Which Marriott STARS hotels participate?

Most flagship Marriott STARS properties worldwide participate in this program. We will verify the specific benefits available for your chosen destination when you inquire with us.

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Can Marriott STARS & Luminous benefits be combined with other offers?

Yes, these benefits can often be stacked with existing hotel promotions such as 'Stay 4, Pay 3' or seasonal resort credits, providing the best possible value for your stay.

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Can Marriott STARS be combined with Marriott Bonvoy status?

Yes. Marriott STARS is usually booked on an eligible Marriott rate, so your Marriott Bonvoy number can be added and your eligible status benefits can still apply. STARS adds preferred partner benefits such as breakfast, hotel credit and upgrade priority where available.

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Is Marriott STARS worth it for Titanium or Ambassador members?

Yes, often. Titanium and Ambassador members may already receive some benefits, but Marriott STARS can still add value through hotel credit, preferred partner recognition, upgrade priority and direct hotel handling. It is especially useful at Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis, EDITION and Ritz-Carlton Reserve properties.

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Is Marriott STARS better than booking direct?

For eligible paid stays, yes. You can normally book the same eligible flexible Marriott rate while adding STARS benefits such as daily breakfast for two, a hotel credit, welcome amenity, upgrade priority and early check-in or late checkout where available. You still pay the hotel directly.

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Can Marriott STARS be added to an existing booking?

Sometimes. If your existing booking is flexible and eligible, we may be able to rebook it with Marriott STARS benefits. Prepaid, discounted, member-only, points, certificate or package rates usually cannot simply have STARS benefits added.

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What is the difference between Marriott STARS and Marriott Luminous?

Marriott STARS is mainly for Marriott’s luxury brands, including Ritz-Carlton, Ritz-Carlton Reserve, St. Regis, EDITION, Bvlgari and select Luxury Collection properties. Marriott Luminous covers many premium and upper-upscale brands, including select JW Marriott, W Hotels, Autograph Collection, Westin, Renaissance and Le Méridien hotels.

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Do Marriott Luminous bookings earn Marriott Bonvoy points?

Yes, eligible Marriott Luminous bookings normally earn Marriott Bonvoy points and elite night credits. They are generally treated like eligible paid Marriott bookings, with Luminous benefits added where available.

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Does Marriott STARS include breakfast?

At many participating Marriott STARS hotels, daily breakfast for two is included. This is often one of the most valuable benefits, especially at luxury properties where breakfast can be expensive.

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Does Marriott STARS cost more?

Usually no. Marriott STARS is generally booked on an eligible flexible hotel rate, often the same flexible rate available through Marriott directly. It is not usually added to the cheapest prepaid, member-only or promotional rate.

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Can Marriott STARS be added to an existing booking?

Sometimes. If your existing booking is flexible and eligible, we may be able to rebook it with Marriott STARS benefits. Prepaid, discounted, member-only, points, certificate or package rates usually cannot simply have STARS benefits added.

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Marriott STARS & Luminous

Properties Worldwide

Marriott STARS and Luminous together cover roughly 800 participating hotels worldwide, spanning Marriott’s luxury, premium and upper-upscale brands, from Ritz-Carlton and St. Regis to JW Marriott, W Hotels and Autograph Collection.

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