Quick Overview
- Choice Hotel points can be purchased through the Choice Buy Points portal to easily top off your account.
- The cost per Choice point varies with quantity, offering the best value of 1.03 cents per point when buying 10,000 or more.
- Purchase as few as 1,000 points for $12.80 or as many as 180,000 points for $1,854.
- You can buy up to 180,000 Choice points per year, with this limit excluding promotional earnings and subject to change during sales.
- Buying Choice points is beneficial if you’re close to a redemption or can redeem them at a higher rate than purchased.
- Choice points go on sale multiple times yearly, making it the ideal time to buy.
Use our Buy Choice Hotel Points Calculator to estimate how much it will cost you to buy points at the standard rate.
How much is it to buy Choice points?
The cost to buy Choice points will vary based on how many you purchase in a single transaction. You will get the best price of 1.03 cents when you buy at least 10,000 points.
| Points Purchased | Cost Per Point (in cents) |
|---|---|
| 1,000 - 4,000 Points | 1.28 cents |
| 5,000 - 9,000 Points | 1.14 cents |
| 10,000 - 180,000 Points | 1.03 cents |
How many Choice points can you buy?
You can buy as little as 1,000 Choice points for $12.80 and as many as 180,000 Choice points for $1,854 in a single transaction. Points can be purchased in 1,000-point increments, starting at 1,000 points.
You can buy up to 180,000 points per calendar year. This limit can change during promotions, so be aware that it may be possible to buy more than this several times per year.
Buy Choice points calculator
Use the Buy Points Calculator to determine the estimated cost of buying Choice Points.
| Redemption | Average Dollar Value |
|---|---|
| Total Cost | $12.80 |
Is it worth it to buy Choice Points?
If you're short a few thousand points, buying Choice Points to top off your account can be worth it. For example, if a 4-night stay costs you 32,000 points and you only have 30,000 points, buying those extra 2,000 points would be a solid option assuming the redemption is offering good value.
Another reason for buying Choice Points is if you find a redemption in which buying points and redeeming them is better than paying cash. This isn't a frequent case when buying Choice Points at the standard rate, but can be when Choice Points can be purchased at a promotional price.
You never want to buy Choice Points (or any points/miles for that matter) just to buy them. You always want to have a plan so that you can avoid losing money. It's always best to run the numbers to make sure you're getting great value out of your purchase.
How To Buy Choice Points
- Go to the Buy Choice Points portal.
- Enter your first/last name, Choice member number, and email address to log in.
- Select how many Choice Points you want to buy.
- Fill out the payment details.
- Review the purchase, agree to the Terms and Conditions, and click Pay Now.
Choice Points will usually post to your account immediately, but it can take up to 24 hours for them to post. Once they do post, you'll be able to redeem them for free nights at Choice brand hotels.
Other ways to earn Choice points
If you're in need of a large sum of Choice Hotel points, consider picking up a credit card offered by any of Choice's major U.S. transfer partners. This includes:
- American Express Membership Rewards
- Citi ThankYou Rewards
- Capital One Venture Rewards & Spark Rewards
If you want to know which cards will earn you the most Choice Hotel points, check out our article on Which Credit Card Points Transfer to Choice Hotels?
FAQs
How can I buy Choice Hotel points?
Choice points can be purchased through their Buy Points portal page.
How much does it cost to buy Choice Hotel points?
It will cost 1.28 cents per point to buy 1,000 to 4,000 points, 1.14 cents per point to buy 5,000 to 9,000 points, and 1.03 cents per point to buy 10,000 points and up. The more points you buy, the better the cost.
Is there a minimum number of Choice Hotel points that I must purchase?
You lowest amount of Choice Hotel points you can buy in a transaction is 1,000 points.
Can I use bought Choice Hotel points to book award stays at any Choice Hotel property?
Once you buy Choice Hotel points and they are reflected in your account balance, you can use them to book free nights at any Choice Hotel property as normal.
How long does it take for purchased Choice Hotel points to be credited to my account?
It can take up to 24 hours for purchased Choice Hotel points to post in your account after the transaction is complete.
Is there a limit to how many Choice Hotel points I can buy?
You can buy up to a total of 180,000 Choice points per transaction and up to 180,000 Choice points per calendar year.
Can I refund or exchange my purchased Choice Hotel points?
No. The purchase of Choice Hotel points are final. They cannot be refunded or exchanged.
Are there any discounts or promotions for buying Choice Hotel points?
Choice points are on sale several times per year through the buy points portal. You can also earn cash back buying points using TopCashback when you go to through the Points.com portal page.
How do I know if buying Choice Hotel points is a good value compared to paying cash for a hotel stay?
Buying points will be better than paying cash any time that you can redeem Choice Hotel points for a higher value than what you paid for them.
Can I buy Choice Hotel points to transfer to someone else's loyalty account?
Purchase Choice Hotel points for another person using the Gift Points option on the Choice Buy Points portal page. The cost to gift points is the same as buying them for yourself.
We've run the calculations and checked them twice — here are the credit cards that consistently provide outstanding value to our users:
- Best flexible travel card: Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card
- Best overall value year after year: Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card
- Best for high cash back: Blue Cash Preferred® Card from American Express
- Best for foodies: American Express® Gold Card
- Best for business travel rewards: Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card
- Best for heavy business spenders: Capital One Spark Cash Plus
