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Marriott Bonvoy and BetMGM Unlock a New World of “Play, Earn, Stay”

Marriott Bonvoy and BetMGM Unlock a New World of “Play, Earn, Stay”

Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s award-winning travel program, and BetMGM, a leading sports betting and iGaming operator, today launched an unprecedented rewards collaboration in the online sports betting and iGaming industry, giving fans an extra stake in the game.

Players in licensed states can link their Marriott Bonvoy and BetMGM accounts and earn BetMGM Rewards points when they wager using the BetMGM sports betting app or play at the award-winning online casino. They can then exchange BetMGM Rewards points for Marriott Bonvoy points, up to 100,000 points annually, which they can then use to redeem extraordinary experiences, including future free nights with Marriott Bonvoy’s more than 30 hotel brands and 10,000 destinations globally.

“The collaboration with Marriott Bonvoy is a monumental differentiator for us,” said BetMGM CEO Adam Greenblatt. “This partnership will extend our brand to millions of potential new customers while offering our players the unique benefit of utilizing their gameplay to tap into the world of Marriott Bonvoy’s unrivaled portfolio of experiences.”

BetMGM offers a seamless user interface to earn BetMGM Rewards points and then transfer those points for Marriott Bonvoy points through the app’s rewards store. Linked accounts will have access to participate in exclusive games, experiences, and offers on the BetMGM platform. Marriott Bonvoy members and BetMGM users can link accounts through the BetMGM website, mobile app, or BetMGM Rewards store by accessing Account Details within their profile and following the prompts under ‘My Rewards’. Detailed instructions are available here. https://help.marriott.com/s/article/Article-36147

“This landmark collaboration between Marriott Bonvoy and BetMGM goes beyond hospitality and gaming, unlocking new opportunities for members to ignite their passions and deepen connections with the people and places they love,” said Peggy Roe, Executive Vice President and Chief Customer Officer, Marriott International. “We are excited to welcome BetMGM members with more global access to more than 30 hotel brands,10,000 locations and a growing portfolio of exclusive and curated member experiences including sports, music, art, and culinary events around the world.”

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In celebration of the launch, Marriott Bonvoy and BetMGM are planning to take one lucky member and up to three friends to Los Angeles for an unrivaled trip curated by basketball superstar Blake Griffin. Eligible members who link their accounts between March 18 – April 8, 2024 may enter for the opportunity to win the “Ultimate LA Getaway” sweepstakes where they’ll discover the city where Griffin started his acclaimed career and have a one-on-one golf experience alongside Griffin. The weekend includes roundtrip airfare, a three-night stay at the Santa Monica Proper Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels and Marriott Bonvoy participating hotel, and a packed itinerary with stops at Griffin’s favorite restaurants and box seats to a comedy show. For more details on the sweepstakes including Terms and Conditions, visit BetMGM.com

This announcement follows the launch of MGM Collection with Marriott Bonvoy, the new brand offering created by MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) and Marriott International (Nasdaq: MAR). Marriott Bonvoy members can now book reservations and earn and redeem points at MGM Collection’s 16 iconic hotel and resort destinations in Las Vegas and beyond via Marriott.com and the Marriott Bonvoy app. Newly launched Marriott Bonvoy Moments® inspired by MGM Collection – from curating the production of the legendary Bellagio fountain show to getting unprecedented behind-the-scenes access to four iconic Cirque du Soleil productions – will transform a stay into a once-in-a-lifetime memory.

As BetMGM continues to evolve and grow into new jurisdictions, responsible gaming education remains a key focus. BetMGM is proud to provide resources to help customers play responsibly including GameSense, an industry leading program, developed and licensed to MGM Resorts by the British Columbia Lottery Corporation. Through the integration within BetMGM’s mobile and desktop platforms, customers can receive the same GameSense experience they have grown to rely on at MGM Resorts properties nationwide. This complements BetMGM’s already existing responsible gambling tools which serve to provide customers with an entertaining and safe digital experience.

BetMGM’s industry-leading sports betting app now features expanded pre-game and live betting options, and its award-winning online casino available in New Jersey, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Ontario is home to over 3,600 titles and one of the largest state-by-state exclusive jackpot networks.

BetMGM operates in 29 markets across the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico and is accessible on both iOS and Android. For more information, follow @BetMGM on X. To learn more about Marriott Bonvoy’s travel marketplace offering access to more than 30 hotel brands, 10,000 destinations and endless experiences, visit marriottbonvoy.com.