Source: The Points Guy
Summary
Wyndham Rewards is changing its award chart on September 15, moving from three fixed tiers to four: 5,000, 15,000, 30,000, and 45,000 points. The changes reflect the program’s growth since 2019, with hundreds of luxury, lifestyle, and all-inclusive hotels added. Many properties will remain in the same tier, but some will shift up or down. Bookings made before September 15 will be honored at current rates, and points bookings are usually refundable until shortly before the stay.
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Wyndham Rewards’ changes aim to reflect the program’s growth, but may impact travelers who favor higher-end redemptions. Some properties will drop to 5,000 points per night, while others will increase to 45,000 points. With advance notice, travelers can book before September 15 and lock in current rates. But for those who typically redeem points for 30,000-point nights, this change may be significant. The new 45,000-point tier represents a meaningful devaluation.
And, of course, the real surprise is that some hotels will still be affordable.
Author: Evan Null
