Wyndham Rewards Ranked #1 by USA TODAY Readers for Ninth Consecutive Year

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Wyndham Rewards (NYSE: WH), the loyalty program of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts with more than 126 million members, was voted the No. 1 Hotel Loyalty Program in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards for the ninth consecutive year. Readers also named the Wyndham Rewards Earner® Card the No. 1 Travel & Hotel Credit Card for the eighth straight year, following a recent refresh of the co-branded card portfolio with Barclays.

According to Wyndham Rewards, the program emphasizes simple, fixed-point redemptions with no dynamic pricing, minimum 1,000 points per qualified stay and free nights starting at 7,500 points, scheduled to drop to 5,000 points next month. The updated card lineup includes the new Earner® Premier Card, which offers a 25% discount on free night redemptions, more than $400 in estimated annual value and points that never expire, alongside benefits like automatic elite status, travel savings and enhanced earning through offerings such as Wyndham Rewards Insider and Wyndham Rewards Experiences.

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Latest accolade builds on last month's #1 ranking by US News & World Report; Wyndham Rewards Earner® Card named #1 Travel & Hotel Credit Card for eighth consecutive year

HIGHLIGHTS

• USA TODAY readers voted Wyndham Rewards the No. 1 Hotel Loyalty Program for the ninth consecutive year, building on last month's No. 1 ranking from US News & World Report.
  
  
• Wyndham Rewards Earner® Card named the No. 1 Travel & Hotel Credit Card for the eighth consecutive year, following recent reimagining of co-branded credit card portfolio.
  
  
• The dual No. 1 rankings are a powerful endorsement of Wyndham Rewards' uncomplicated, high-value approach to loyalty, prioritizing simple fixed redemptions and generous rewards.

PARSIPPANY, N.J., Aug 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Wyndham Rewards®, the loyalty program of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts with more than 126 million enrolled members worldwide, has once again been voted the No. 1 Hotel Loyalty Program in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards, marking its ninth consecutive year atop the rankings. Readers also named the Wyndham Rewards Earner® Card the No. 1 Hotel Credit Card for the eighth consecutive year.

The rankings reflect what members value most: a loyalty program that continues to be among the most rewarding in the industry, offering simple, fixed redemptions with no dynamic pricing—meaning no increased points requirements based on seasonality or peak periods of demand. They also mark the latest in a growing list of accolades for Wyndham Rewards, which just last month was also named the #1 hotel rewards program by U.S. News & World Report. Those rankings rate programs based on ease of earning a free night, member benefits, geographic footprint and hotel quality, among other categories.

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"Great loyalty programs don't just reward travel—they give members a reason to keep coming back. Our focus has always been on delivering meaningful value, whether a member is checking a bucket-list destination off their list or simply making everyday spending more rewarding. Seeing travelers continue to rank the program #1 is a powerful validation that we're delivering on what our members expect. It's recognition we're incredibly proud of, and a credit to the teams, franchisees and strategic partners who make it possible every day."

- Scott Strickland, Chief Commercial Officer, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts

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Designed for the Everyday Traveler
Spanning thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals across 100 countries—from everyday roadside stays to upscale, luxury and all-inclusive resorts—Wyndham Rewards stands apart from other hotel loyalty programs by keeping rewards refreshingly simple. Members earn a minimum of 1,000 points with every qualified stay, and free night redemption tiers start at just 7,500 points per night—soon to drop to 5,000 points next month—making it easy to know what it takes to earn a free night.

And those points can take members far beyond a free night. Members can also use them to bid on once-in-a-lifetime experiences through Wyndham Rewards Experiences, from live events and sporting experiences with partners like Madison Square Garden and Caesars Rewards, to entire vacations booked in one place with Wyndham Travel Bundles, making it easy to earn and redeem points across hotels, flights, cruises, rental cars and activities. And with Wyndham Rewards Insider, the program's first-ever travel subscription, members can unlock even more—including automatic Gold level status, travel savings across hotels, flights, cruises, car rentals and more, plus enhanced points-earning opportunities, all designed to make every trip go further.

A Credit Card Portfolio Built to Match
Wyndham Rewards gets even better with its lineup of co-branded credit cards, issued in partnership with Barclays: the Wyndham Rewards Earner® Card, Earner® Plus Card, Earner® Business Card and the new Earner® Premier Card—Wyndham's first premium credit card.

Reimagined earlier this year, the refreshed portfolio expands everyday earnings, booking benefits and cardmember value across the lineup. Cardmembers earn accelerated points on stays at Hotels by Wyndham and on everyday purchases like dining, grocery, gas and EV charging, while every card carries elevated Wyndham Rewards status, discounted free night redemptions, while select cards also include Points Payback, which turns points into statement credits toward any purchase.

The Earner® Card remains the portfolio's anchor, built for everyday travelers who want real value without an annual fee. At the top of the lineup, the new Earner® Premier Card delivers the richest benefits in the portfolio, offering a 25% discount on free night redemptions, more than $400 in annual value, including complimentary Wyndham Rewards Insider membership and, for the first time in the portfolio, points that never expire.

To learn more about Wyndham Rewards or to join for free, visit WyndhamRewards.com. For more on the Wyndham Rewards Earner® credit card suite, or to apply, visit WyndhamRewardsCreditCard.com.

USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice nominees are curated by a panel of travel industry experts, with winners selected by popular vote. U.S. News & World Report evaluated 13 hotel loyalty programs on membership benefits, network coverage, ease of earning and redeeming points, property diversity and hotel quality.

About Wyndham Rewards
Part of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH), Wyndham Rewards is the #1 hotel rewards, recognized by both U.S. News & World Report and readers of USA TODAY. With more than 126 million enrolled members worldwide, members earn a guaranteed 1,000 points with every qualified stay and can redeem for free nights at thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally starting at just 7,500 points. In addition, through Wyndham Rewards Experiences, members can use points to bid on unforgettable experiences and live events while Wyndham Rewards Insider—a first of its kind travel subscription—offers exclusive savings and perks beyond just hotels, including on flights, cruises, car rentals and more. Join Wyndham Rewards for free at WyndhamRewards.com. You can also like and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.

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FAQ

Why was Wyndham Rewards (NYSE: WH) ranked #1 hotel loyalty program by USA TODAY readers in 2026?

Wyndham Rewards was voted the No. 1 Hotel Loyalty Program for 2026 due to its simple, fixed redemptions and broad earning opportunities. According to Wyndham Rewards, members get minimum 1,000 points per stay and predictable free night tiers without dynamic pricing based on seasonality or demand.

How many consecutive years has Wyndham Rewards topped the USA TODAY 10Best hotel loyalty rankings?

Wyndham Rewards has been ranked the No. 1 Hotel Loyalty Program by USA TODAY 10Best readers for nine consecutive years. According to Wyndham Rewards, this 2026 recognition follows a July ranking from U.S. News & World Report naming it the #1 hotel rewards program.

What makes the Wyndham Rewards Earner Card the #1 Travel & Hotel Credit Card in 2026?

USA TODAY readers named the Wyndham Rewards Earner® Card the No. 1 Travel & Hotel Credit Card for the eighth straight year. According to Wyndham Rewards, the refreshed portfolio emphasizes everyday earning on dining, grocery, gas and EV charging and includes elevated status and discounted free night redemptions.

What changes are coming to Wyndham Rewards free night redemption tiers in 2026?

Wyndham Rewards plans to lower its minimum free night redemption tier from 7,500 to 5,000 points next month. According to Wyndham Rewards, this change builds on its fixed, non-dynamic pricing structure, making it easier for members to understand how many points are needed for free nights.

What benefits does the new Wyndham Rewards Earner Premier Card offer in 2026?

The Earner® Premier Card is Wyndham’s first premium credit card and sits at the top of its portfolio. According to Wyndham Rewards, it provides a 25% discount on free night redemptions, more than $400 in annual value, complimentary Wyndham Rewards Insider membership and points that never expire.

How large is the Wyndham Rewards member base mentioned in the August 6, 2026 announcement?

Wyndham Rewards reports more than 126 million enrolled members worldwide as of the August 6, 2026 update. According to Wyndham Rewards, these members can earn and redeem points across thousands of hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals in about 100 countries globally.