Marriott International Announces Termination of Agreement with Sonder

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Marriott (NASDAQ: MAR) announced on Nov 9, 2025 that its licensing agreement with Sonder (NASDAQ: SOND) is terminated due to Sonder's default.

As a result, Sonder properties are no longer affiliated with Marriott Bonvoy and are not available for new bookings on Marriott channels. Marriott says its immediate priority is supporting guests currently staying at affected properties and those with upcoming reservations and that it will contact guests who booked through Marriott channels to address reservation needs.

Positive

• Licensing agreement terminated effective Nov 9, 2025
• Marriott to contact guests who booked via Marriott channels

Negative

• Sonder properties removed from Marriott channels for new bookings
• Sonder no longer affiliated with Marriott Bonvoy
• Potential disruption to guests with existing or upcoming reservations

BETHESDA, Md., Nov. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced that its licensing agreement with Sonder Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: SOND, "Sonder") is no longer in effect due to Sonder's default. As a result, Sonder is no longer affiliated with Marriott Bonvoy, and Sonder properties are not available for new bookings on Marriott's channels.

Marriott's immediate priority is supporting guests currently staying at Sonder properties and those with upcoming reservations. Marriott will be contacting guests who booked directly through Marriott channels, including marriott.com, the Marriott Bonvoy App and Marriott's worldwide reservation centers, to address their reservation and booking needs.  Guests who booked through a third-party online travel agency should contact those organizations. Marriott remains committed to minimizing disruption to guests' travel plans.

Guests with questions about current or future reservations at a Sonder property booked through Marriott channels can contact Marriott customer service here.

ABOUT MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL
Marriott International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAR) is based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of over 9,700 properties across more than 30 leading brands in 143 countries and territories, as of September 30, 2025. Marriott operates, franchises, and licenses hotel, residential, timeshare, and other lodging properties all around the world. The company offers Marriott Bonvoy^®, its highly awarded travel platform. For more information, please visit our website at www.marriott.com, and for the latest company news, visit www.marriottnewscenter.com. In addition, connect with us on Facebook and @MarriottIntl on X and Instagram.

NOTE ON FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of United States federal securities laws, including statements related to Marriott International, Inc.'s plans and expectations following the termination of its licensing agreement with Sonder Holdings Inc.; Marriott's plans to support impacted guests and minimize disruption to travel plans; and similar statements concerning anticipated future actions and expectations that are not historical facts. We caution you that these statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to numerous evolving risks and uncertainties that we may not be able to accurately predict or assess, including the risk factors identified in our U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filings, including our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K or Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. Any of these factors could cause actual results to differ materially from the expectations we express or imply in this press release. We make these forward-looking statements as of the date of this press release and undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. 

MEDIA CONTACT
Maggie McNerney
Director, Media Relations
Marriott International
Maggie.McNerney@Marriott.com

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SOURCE Marriott International, Inc.

FAQ

What did Marriott (MAR) announce about its agreement with Sonder on Nov 9, 2025?

Marriott announced the licensing agreement is terminated due to Sonder's default and is no longer in effect as of Nov 9, 2025.

Are Sonder properties available to book on Marriott channels after the Nov 9, 2025 termination?

No. The announcement says Sonder properties are not available for new bookings on Marriott channels.

How will Marriott (MAR) handle guests with reservations at Sonder properties after Nov 9, 2025?

Marriott said it will contact guests who booked through Marriott channels to address reservation needs and support current guests.

If I booked a Sonder property through a third-party OTA, who should I contact after Marriott's Nov 9, 2025 notice?

Guests who booked through a third-party online travel agency should contact that OTA directly, per Marriott's guidance.

Does the Nov 9, 2025 termination affect Marriott Bonvoy affiliation with Sonder?

Yes. The announcement states Sonder is no longer affiliated with Marriott Bonvoy.