Marriott STARS Program

Experience the world’s most luxurious Marriott hotels with exclusive VIP perks through the Marriott STARS Program, available only when you book with Clements Travel.
Enjoy daily breakfast, valuable hotel credits, room upgrades, and VIP recognition at The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis, Bvlgari Hotels, and other luxury Marriott brands — all at the same flexible rates you see online, with no added booking fees.

What Is the Marriott STARS Program

The Marriott STARS Program is Marriott International’s private preferred-partner network for luxury travel advisors. Designed for top-performing agencies, it allows Clements Travel to offer clients exceptional amenities and direct hotel-level attention that standard bookings do not provide.

Each STARS reservation is flagged directly to the hotel’s executive team before arrival, ensuring personalized service and upgrade priority. The program complements Marriott’s loyalty system, so you still earn Marriott Bonvoy points, elite night credits, and full status privileges.

The STARS network covers Marriott’s top luxury brands, while Marriott Luminous provides similar benefits for premium lifestyle hotels such as W Hotels, JW Marriott, and Autograph Collection.

Marriott STARS Program Benefits

Every Marriott STARS booking through Clements Travel includes:

• Daily breakfast for two guests

• USD 100 property credit per stay (or local equivalent)

• Room upgrade upon arrival, subject to availability

• Early check-in and late check-out, when available

• Personalized welcome amenity from hotel management

• VIP recognition throughout your stay

• Full Marriott Bonvoy points and elite night credits

These benefits apply to the best available flexible rate and the price never higher than booking direct.

Get a fast quote or questions answered about the Marriott hotel that you are interested in:

• Message us on WhatsApp – simply click here to speak to us and get a quote in minutes.

• Contact us – send your travel details and we’ll reply with the best current perks and offers available for your preferred dates. You can contact us here.

Why Book Marriott STARS with Clements Travel

Clements Travel is an accredited Marriott STARS agency and both ABTA-registered and ATOL-bonded, giving you complete peace of mind.

With over 20 years of experience, we know many Marriott properties personally, from The Ritz-Carlton to St. Regis and EDITION allowing us to give you honest advice on the best rooms, suites, and overall value. Our long-standing relationships with hotel management teams ensure you receive the best deals, strongest upgrades, and exceptional recognition every time you stay.

We guarantee:

• Priority upgrades and best-positioned rooms in your category

• Direct communication with hotel management before your stay

• Personalized pre-arrival notes confirming all benefits

• 24/7 toll-free support from our US (+1 888 770 3295) and UK (+44 800 007 7403) offices

• No booking fees — you pay only the hotel’s rate, often not until check-in

With Clements Travel, you gain the expertise of a seasoned advisor who combines personal hotel knowledge with direct global contacts to ensure your stay exceeds expectations.

Participating Marriott STARS Brands

• The Ritz-Carlton

• Ritz-Carlton Reserve

• St. Regis

• The Luxury Collection

• Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts

• EDITION Hotels

For premium lifestyle hotels such as JW Marriott, W Hotels, Autograph Collection, and The Marriott Hotels, similar benefits are available through Marriott Luminous, also offered by Clements Travel.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Marriott STARS Program?
The Marriott STARS Program is a preferred partner network that gives guests extra perks when booking luxury Marriott hotels through an approved travel advisor. These include daily breakfast, a USD 100 credit, upgrades, early check-in, late check-out, and VIP recognition. It’s invitation-only, meaning you can’t access it through Marriott’s website or apps.

How do I book through the Marriott STARS Program?
Simply contact Clements Travel with your preferred hotel and travel dates. We’ll provide a quote showing the Marriott STARS rate and all benefits, then liaise directly with the hotel to confirm your VIP perks and recognition before arrival.

What hotels participate in the Marriott STARS Program?
STARS covers Marriott’s top-tier luxury brands: The Ritz-Carlton, Ritz-Carlton Reserve, St. Regis, The Luxury Collection, Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts, and EDITION Hotels. For premium brands such as W Hotels, JW Marriott, and Autograph Collection, similar benefits are available through Marriott Luminous, which we also offer.

Do I still earn Marriott Bonvoy points and elite night credits?
Yes. All Marriott STARS reservations earn full Bonvoy points, elite night credits, and count toward your tier progress exactly like bookings made directly with Marriott.

Is there a fee to book through Clements Travel?
No. Clements Travel does not charge booking fees. You pay the same best available flexible rate you’d find on Marriott’s website — often with far more value included.

Do I pay Clements Travel or the hotel directly?
You pay the hotel directly, not Clements Travel. In many cases, payment isn’t required until you arrive, and most rates remain fully flexible up to a few days before check-in.

Are Marriott STARS bookings prepaid?
No. Unlike online travel agencies, most STARS bookings are flexible and payable on arrival. You’ll receive the same cancellation policy shown on Marriott’s site, but with the added benefits and personal support from Clements Travel.

Is Marriott STARS the same as Marriott Bonvoy?
No. Marriott Bonvoy is the guest loyalty program. Marriott STARS is a preferred partner program for luxury travel advisors, offering extra on-property perks and personal recognition in addition to your Bonvoy benefits.

Can I combine Marriott STARS benefits with Bonvoy promotions or Amex Fine Hotels & Resorts?
STARS benefits cannot be stacked with Amex FHR or Virtuoso, but they often deliver equal or greater value, particularly for upgrades and service. You can still combine STARS bookings with Marriott Bonvoy promotions like double points or bonus night offers.

Do I get an upgrade when booking with Marriott STARS?
Yes, upgrades are one of the most popular benefits. You’ll receive a room or suite upgrade upon arrival, prioritized through direct hotel communication before check-in. Many clients are upgraded before arrival thanks to our strong relationships with Marriott properties.

Is breakfast really included?
Yes, daily breakfast for two is a guaranteed STARS benefit at all participating hotels. Depending on the property, this may be a full à la carte or buffet breakfast, either in the restaurant or via room service.

Are Marriott STARS rates more expensive?
No. The rate is always the best available flexible rate published by Marriott, never higher but with added perks, local credits, and recognition that standard direct bookings do not include.

Is my booking protected if something goes wrong?
Yes. Clements Travel is ABTA-registered and ATOL-bonded, meaning your booking is financially protected under UK travel laws. This covers both your payments and your trip arrangements.

Do online travel agencies like Expedia or Booking.com offer the same perks?
No. Online travel agencies cannot access Marriott STARS benefits, Bonvoy point earnings are often excluded, and most OTA rates are prepaid and non-flexible. By booking through Clements Travel, you receive all the flexibility and full hotel benefits — plus personal assistance and recognition.

Why should I book with a Marriott STARS travel advisor instead of directly?
When you book through Clements Travel, your stay is personally handled by an accredited advisor who communicates directly with hotel management. This ensures your preferences, upgrades, and amenities are prioritized. It’s the same rate you’d find online, but with more value and personal service.

Can I use my Marriott credit card when I book?
Yes. Since you pay the hotel directly, you can use your Marriott Bonvoy credit card to earn extra points on your stay and enjoy any cardholder benefits.

Can Clements Travel help if something changes during my trip?
Absolutely. We provide 24/7 toll-free support from our offices in the United States (+1 888 770 3295) and United Kingdom (+44 800 007 7403), so you always have direct access to help if your plans change or if you need assistance while traveling.

Plan Your Next Marriott STARS Stay

Let Clements Travel arrange your next Marriott stay with full STARS benefits, upgrade priority, and complete booking protection.

You can:

• Message us on WhatsApp – simply click here to start a conversation and get real-time assistance.

• Contact us – send your travel details and we’ll reply with the best current perks and offers available for your preferred dates. You can contact us here.

We’ll confirm your booking at the same best available rate you’d find on the Marriott website, while adding all the exclusive STARS extras such as breakfast for two, a property credit and VIP recognition.

About Clements Travel: Led by Dylan Clements, Principal and Founder, our team books The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis, Bvlgari, EDITION, and other luxury Marriott properties through the Marriott STARS Program for clients who expect exceptional service and added value. We’re proud to be invited to the industry’s top preferred programs including Belmond Bellini Club, Dorchester Collection Diamond Club, Four Seasons Preferred Partner, Rosewood Elite, Hyatt Privé, and Marriott STARS & Luminous. All rates include taxes and fees, with no hidden extras or booking charges, and in most cases, you’ll pay the hotel directly upon arrival.