Barclays and Wyndham Renew Long-Standing Partnership
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Barclays US Consumer Bank and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) have announced a long-term renewal of their co-branded credit card partnership that began in 2010. Barclays will remain the exclusive issuer of Wyndham's three credit card products: the Wyndham Rewards Earner® Plus Card, Earner® Card, and Earner® Business Card.
The cards offer generous rewards including up to 8x points on gas and Wyndham stays, up to 5x on marketing and utilities for business cards, and up to 4x on restaurant and grocery purchases. Wyndham's loyalty program, rated #1 by USA Today and U.S. News & World Report, serves approximately 112 million members worldwide, offering guaranteed 1,000 points per qualified stay with free nights starting at 7,500 points.
Wyndham maintains its position as the world's largest hotel franchisor with approximately 9,200 hotels across more than 95 countries, managing about 893,000 rooms primarily in the economy and midscale segments.
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- Long-term partnership renewal with Barclays ensures stability in credit card operations
- Strong loyalty program with 112 million enrolled members globally
- Extensive hotel network with 9,200 properties across 95+ countries
- Competitive rewards structure with up to 8x points on select purchases
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Partners since 2010, new long-term agreement maintains Barclays US Consumer Bank
as exclusive issuer of Wyndham's award-winning suite of co-brand credit cards
WILMINGTON, Del. , Feb. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Barclays US Consumer Bank, a leading credit card issuer and financial services partner, today announced the long-term renewal of its co-branded credit card program with Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world's largest hotel franchisor with approximately 9,200 hotels across more than 95 countries.
Under the newly signed agreement, Barclays will continue to be the exclusive issuer of the Wyndham Rewards Earner® Plus Card, Wyndham Rewards Earner® Card, and Wyndham Rewards Earner® Business Card. The award-winning suite of cards—designed specifically for road trippers and road warriors—offers up to 8x earn on gas purchases and Wyndham hotel stays, up to 5x earn on marketing, advertising and utility purchases (Wyndham Rewards Earner Business Card only) and up to 4x earn on restaurant and grocery purchases. Other benefits include Wyndham Rewards membership upgrades, booking discounts, anniversary bonuses and more.
"As champions of the everyday traveler, Wyndham is always looking for new ways to help our members stay engaged—both on the road and off," said Kurt Albert, treasurer and head of financial partnerships and planning, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. "Our suite of co-branded cards does just that, making it easy for members to earn points on their everyday spend. Best of all, every card is backed by the power of Barclays, ensuring exceptional service and support every step of the way."
"We have a shared commitment to creating products that offer cardmembers great value and rewards that enhance their experiences with Wyndham," said Doug Villone, head of cards and partnerships, Barclays US Consumer Bank. "This long-term contract extension reflects the successful partnership we've built and grown since 2010. For more than a decade, we've worked together to increase customer loyalty and engagement and look forward to building on this momentum in the years to come."
Consistently recognized for its simplicity and generous rewards, Wyndham Rewards is the #1 rated hotel rewards program as named by both
To apply or learn more about Wyndham's co-branded credit card programs, visit Barclaycardus.com. Terms and conditions apply.
About Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) is the world's largest hotel franchising company by the number of properties, with approximately 9,200 hotels across over 95 countries on six continents. Through its network of approximately 893,000 rooms appealing to the everyday traveler, Wyndham commands a leading presence in the economy and midscale segments of the lodging industry. The Company operates a portfolio of 25 hotel brands, including Super 8®, Days Inn®, Ramada®, Microtel®, La Quinta®, Baymont®, Wingate®, AmericInn®, Hawthorn Suites®, Trademark Collection® and Wyndham®. The Company's award-winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty program offers approximately 112 million enrolled members the opportunity to redeem points at thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally. For more information, visit wyndhamhotels.com.
About Barclays US Consumer Bank
Barclays US Consumer Bank is a leading co-branded credit card issuer and financial services partner in
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