Synopsis: This credit card offers a free 5-star luxury stay at Marriott properties worldwide, complimentary Marriott Silver Elite status, and 12 domestic and 12 international lounge visits annually, making it one of the best cards you can have.
The Marriott Bonvoy HDFC Bank Credit Card is a co-branded travel credit card launched in partnership with Marriott Bonvoy hotel loyalty program. It comes with ₹3500 annual fee and as a welcome gift and upon Card renewal, one can receive 1 complementary night-stay which is valid for one year. The card suits people who frequently travel and prefer to stay in luxury hotels offering elite status at any Marriott hotel worldwide.
Key Benefits of Marriott Bonvoy HDFC Bank Credit Card
- One free night award on eligible spend of INR 6, 9 and 15 Lakh in an anniversary year
- 2 Marriott Bonvoy points per INR 150 spent on all other applicable purchases.
- Complimentary Marriott Bonvoy silver elite status.
- 1 free night award and 10 Elite night credits on eligible spend transaction of INR 500 or fee levy on the card.
- You can earn 8 Marriott bonvoy points per INR 150 spent at hotels.
- 4 Marriott bonvoy points per INR 150 spent on travel, dining and entertainment.
- Airport lounge access (12 domestic and 12 international lounge visits annually)
Insurance benefits
- Delay or loss of checked-in baggage cover of up to $250
- Loss of travel documents cover of up to $250
- Flight delay cover of up to $250
- Air accidental cover of up to $12500
- Emergency medical expenses up to $18750
- Credit shield of up to INR 100,000
- Loss liability cover of up to INR 900,000
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Banking benefits
- Up to 50 days of interest-free credit from the date of purchase.
- Ability to convert large transactions to a smartEMI after purchase.
- Contactless payments
- Protection against fraudulent transactions (only if made via credit card)
- Card management via HDFC bank MyCards.
The Eligibility Criteria for the Card
- For a salaried Indian individual: Is required to be minimum of 21 years of age and max 60 years with net monthly income more than INR 1 lakh.
- For a self-employed Indian individual: Is required to be minimum of 21 years and max 65 years with income tax return more than INR 15 lakh per annum.
The various documents required to get the process started:
- Identity proof: Includes passport, Aadhaar card, Voter ID, Driving license, PAN card, Passport size photographs.
- Address proof: Utility bills, rental agreement, passport, aadhaar card, voter ID
- Income proof: salary slips, income tax returns, form 16, bank statements.
NOTE: In certain cases, KYC might be required.
How to Get a Complimentary 1-Night Stay at Marriott Hotels
A welcome gift upon card renewal, you receive 1 free night award valid for one year. Let’s you book a night stay at Marriott Bonvoy (The redemption level is at or under 15000 Marriott Bonvoy points, as certain hotels have resort fees), Applicable across most 5-star Marriott hotels across the world, If the desired room costs more than 15000 points then you can top-up with additional bonvoy points from your respective bonvoy account to make up the difference.
In conclusion, this card stands out for those who are frequent travelers and enjoy to stay in a luxury hotel for their vacation. Any traveler who plans their spends strategically, this card elevates the entire travel experience. Hence, this card is a gateway to luxury stays without paying any luxury prices.
Written by Vijai Krishna
