Do Best Western Rewards points expire?

Yes Best Western Rewards points expiration policy states that points expire after 24 months of account inactivity. Inactivity means no earning, redeeming, or qualifying activity (like staying at a Best Western hotel or using the co-branded credit card) during that period.

What counts as account activity?

Earning points from a stay, booking with a partner airline, or transferring points to a loyalty program all reset the 24-month clock. So does redeeming points for a free night or gift card. Even using your Best Western Rewards number when booking through a third-party site if points post to your account qualifies.

Points earned from non-hotel partners (e.g., car rentals, dining) also count, as long as they appear in your account within the 24-month window. Activity must be verifiable and posted not just initiated.

When should you care about the expiration clock?

You need to monitor the Best Western Rewards points expiration policy if you earn points infrequently say, only once a year on a business trip or hold a large balance without immediate redemption plans. It matters most if you rely on points for future stays but don’t travel often.

If you use the partner airline transfers, note that transferred points leave your Best Western account permanently and no longer count toward activity. Only points remaining in your Best Western account extend the expiration date.

Common mistakes that trigger early expiration

  • Forgetting to log in and link your account before booking points won’t post without it.
  • Using a different email or name than your registered Best Western Rewards profile.
  • Assuming credit card sign-up bonuses or statement credits reset the clock they do, but only if points are credited to your account (not just approved).
  • Letting points sit untouched while focusing only on redemption value analysis without taking action.

How to keep points active simple steps

Book one night every 23 months even a low-cost stay at a participating property. Or earn points via the co-branded credit card on everyday purchases. Dining or ride-share partners like Uber Eats or Lyft can add small amounts quickly.

Set a calendar reminder 22 months after your last activity. If you’re close to expiration, consider redeeming for a $5 gift card it’s fast, requires few points, and resets the clock.

Your 3-step expiration check

  1. Log in to your Best Western Rewards account and check “Last Activity Date” under Account Summary.
  2. Confirm all recent stays, credit card charges, and partner earnings have posted not just pending.
  3. If the date is older than 22 months, take one qualifying action before the 24-month mark.
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