How to maximise point earn for hotel stay purposes?

Credit Cards & Credit Card Programs
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Hi,

I have booked my flights on points now i need to book accommodation in Europe and was wondering which credit card is best to start earning points on so i can look at starting to get some free accommodation nights?

Thanks in advance
Emma

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Hi Emma,

Credit cards in Australia that earn hotel points directly is quite limited, compared to USA.

There used to be a Macquarie card that earns Hilton points but doesn’t seem to be available for new applicants anymore.

Amex cards that earn Membership Reward (MR) points used to be a great avenue to earn SPG points indirectly and later Marriott points. However, the transfer rate to Marriott (merged with SPG) has changed in the last couple of months. 2 MR used to earn you 1 SPG or 3 Marriott points. The exchange rate is now 3 MR to 2 Marriott points. Still achievable but not as lucrative. MR may yield better value on premium flights.

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