Best Western Credit Card Overview:
Annual free night certificate, plus complimentary Platinum status just for being a cardholder
- Welcome bonus: 80,000 Best Western points
- Rewards: 10x on Best Western purchases; 4x at gas stations and supermarkets; 2x on all other purchases
- Redemption: Redeem for hotel stays starting at 5,000 points
- Annual fee: $89
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The table below provides a good comparison of the two cards.
Comparison of member benefits
My Take
If you stay at Best Western hotels often, the annual-fee card is actually pretty decent. Simply holding the card gives you Best Western Platinum status, and the annual free night certificate is worth about enough to offset the annual fee. That said, benefits on cards from smaller banks tend to be less stable, so there’s a good chance things could change after you apply.
Application
- Recommended for people who stay at Best Western hotels frequently; ideally, consider these only after you’ve already applied for the top-tier credit cards.