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Disney World is a dream destination for families, but let’s face it, it’s very expensive! Whether you want to treat yourself or bring magic to your children or loved ones, discover in our article how to save on accommodation at Disney World with Marriott Bonvoy points and Canadian credit cards.
For a family wanting to visit Disney World without breaking the bank, it’s possible to drastically reduce the hotel bill by using the right loyalty programs. In this article, we show you how to do it with Marriott Bonvoy points.
The main expense categories for a Disney World trip are:
This article focuses on accommodation with Marriott Bonvoy points. For alternative strategies, consult our Ultimate Guide to Saving with Points for Disney World.
The Orlando area has an excellent selection of hotels belonging to the Marriott Bonvoy program, with properties in all ranges—from affordable hotels to luxury suites.
Marriott Bonvoy now includes over 9,000 hotels worldwide.
Since March 2022, Marriott Bonvoy has abandoned its fixed category system in favor of dynamic pricing (Flexible Point Redemption Rates). Point rates now vary in real time based on availability, season, and demand, similar to cash prices.
What this means for you:
As a guideline, Marriott Bonvoy hotels around the Orlando parks generally cost between 15,000 and 60,000+ points per night depending on the property and season.
One of the great benefits of the Marriott Bonvoy program is the rule “Stay for 5, Pay for 4“: when you book 5 consecutive nights with points at the same hotel, the cheapest night is offered for free. This represents a points saving of 20%!
This rule automatically applies to all Marriott Bonvoy members, regardless of status.
Here are the main Marriott Bonvoy hotels located around the parks and points of interest in the Orlando area:
Since this list was created, several new Marriott Bonvoy properties have opened in the Orlando area:
Lastly, the opening of a W Orlando, a 22-storey luxury hotel near Epic Universe, is scheduled for June 2026.
For a family truly wanting to save on both hotel and food, certain brands stand out:
With kitchen + free breakfast for all:
With free breakfast only:
Ideally located in Lake Buena Vista, steps from Disney World and across from the Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets, the TownePlace Suites Orlando Theme Parks/Lake Buena Vista is one of the best value-for-points choices for families.
Available in studios with 2 queen beds and kitchen. The 5th night is free with Marriott Bonvoy points.
Another excellent choice is the TownePlace Suites Orlando at SeaWorld®: same price range, on the SeaWorld side. The hotel has “studio rooms with 2 queen beds and kitchen” or suites.
For grocery shopping at nearby supermarkets, consider using a credit card with no foreign transaction fees to save 2.5% on each transaction.
Another excellent option is the Fairfield Inn Suites Orlando at Flamingo Crossings Town Center. We tried it in winter 2022 and we loved it!
If you have sufficient Marriott Bonvoy points, the three hotels officially located on Disney World property are an excellent option:
These three hotels are the only Marriott Bonvoy properties located on Disney World property. They generally cost between 40,000 and 65,000+ points per night depending on the period (dynamic pricing).
For 5 nights, the 5th is free, which is approximately 4 × the cheapest night’s rate.
By staying at one of these three hotels, you benefit from the following advantages:
In Canada, there are 2 Marriott Bonvoy American Express credit cards:
Welcome offers change regularly. Always consult our dedicated pages for current offers:
Minimum spending requirements are generally around $1,500 to $3,000 in the first few months.
For one person, it is possible to apply for both cards on the same day: consumer card and small business card.
But it is of course possible to spread out the application over time, in order to carry the required purchases ($1500) during the first 3 months after application in order to unlock the welcome bonus of 50,000 points.
By each applying for both cards (personal + business), a couple can accumulate a very significant points balance:
Depending on current offers, a couple can accumulate several hundred thousand Marriott Bonvoy points, enough to cover a full 5 to 7-night stay at Disney World using points. Of course, it is necessary to:
Now that you each have a Marriott Bonvoy points balance, you will need to combine them into a single account to book 5 (or more) consecutive nights.
Marriott Bonvoy allows all members to transfer points to another member for free, up to a limit of 100,000 points per calendar year, by calling +1 801 468 4000.
You can transfer points to any member: spouse, parent, friend, or colleague.
Staying near Disney World, SeaWorld, or Universal parks is usually very expensive. But thanks to Marriott Bonvoy points and Canadian credit cards, it is possible to drastically reduce accommodation costs — and sometimes even stay for free at a hotel on Disney property.
Consult the current offers on our dedicated pages to find out the best available welcome bonuses, and calculate your strategy based on current dynamic rates on marriott.com.
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