Can you have 2 names on a Marriott Bonvoy account?


Can you have 2 names on a Marriott Bonvoy account? Please remember Marriott Bonvoy® Membership Accounts cannot be shared (between two individuals or family members). Major Name changes require legal documentation. Click here for complete instructions.


How do I add a second guest name to my Marriott account?

You can select two (2) Guests when making a paid reservation, but you cannot add or edit an Additional Name. Please contact us by phone (cannot be done online or in the Marriott Bonvoy® Mobile App) if you are traveling with another Guest who will be arriving first and need to add another name.


Can hotels tell you who checked in?

Nope! That is strictly confidential, and the hotel staff is committed to honoring their guests' privacy, so they will never dispense that information unless you're the FBI or police.


Do Bonvoy points expire?

Yes, Marriott Bonvoy® Points can expire. Marriott Bonvoy® Members must remain active in the Marriott Bonvoy® Loyalty Program to retain Points they accumulate. If a Member Account is inactive for twenty-four (24) consecutive months, that Member Account will forfeit all accumulated Points.


Can I have two names on my Marriott Bonvoy account?

Please remember Marriott Bonvoy® Membership Accounts cannot be shared (between two individuals or family members). Major Name changes require legal documentation. Click here for complete instructions.


Can my wife use my Marriott free night certificate?

You can only use your Marriott Bonvoy® Points to Gift an Award Redemption Reservation to another Guest You cannot use a Free Night Award Certificate to book a Room for another Guest.


Can I check into a hotel with my husbands credit card?

Technically you cannot check into a hotel using someone else's card. The owner of the card could book and pay prior to your arrival for the hotel room. Personal identification will be required if you arrive at the hotel and produce someone else's credit card.


Can my parents check into a hotel for me?

Hotels typically require that all guests be at least 18 years of age or older and have valid identification to check-in. Even if the parents book the room for their child, they must also be present during check-in and throughout the duration of their stay.


Can my wife check into a hotel in my name?

The hotel must verify that the person checking in is the same person who made the reservation for security considerations. Therefore, if you have reserved a hotel room for someone else, they will need to produce your identification at check-in. If not, they may be unable to enter the room. It is possible.


Is Marriott Bonvoy free?

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Can my friend visit my hotel?

While some hotels may allow guests to visit without additional charges, others may charge for extra occupants. These fees can vary depending on the hotel and the number of guests. It's important to understand and budget for any potential costs involved before inviting friends to your hotel room.


Do hotels need ID of both guests?

Most hotels require two forms of identification for each person staying in the room. This is to ensure that all guests are accounted for and that the hotel can contact them if necessary.


How do hotels know if you have extra person?

Hotels typically have a policy in place to ensure that guests are not bringing extra people into their rooms. This is usually done by having the guest sign an agreement at check-in stating how many people will be staying in the room and requiring them to show identification for each person.


Can I book a hotel for my parents under my name?

Yes, you can book and pay for a hotel for someone else. It's actually quite common to do so! You just need to make sure that the person who will be staying at the hotel has all of their information ready when booking, such as name, address and payment details.