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The best credit card for hotels in Jordan.

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Why this card

Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card for hotels in Jordan.

Jordan has the Marriott Petra, St Regis Amman, W Amman, and Movenpick at the Dead Sea. Hilton has the Hilton Dead Sea Resort and the Doubletree Aqaba. Both chains have decent coverage for a points-driven itinerary.

Annual fee

$250

Best earn rate

6 points per dollar at Marriotts, Gold elite status, 50,000-point free night certificate annually

Signup bonus

Currently around 175,000 points after spend, see issuer for the current offer

Marriott Petra prices around 35,000 to 50,000 points a night, and the 50K free night cert covers a peak-season stay outright. St Regis Amman and W Amman both have weekday rates in the 50K to 65K range against $300 to $500 cash. Gold elite late checkout is useful in Petra because the site closes mid-afternoon and you often want to rest before evening events.

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If the top pick is not right

Alternative: Hilton Honors Aspire.

Hilton Dead Sea is the largest beach resort on the Jordanian side and Diamond breakfast and lounge access cover daily food cost. The free weekend night cert is a strong fit if you base on the Dead Sea for a long weekend.

American ExpressAnnual fee $550

At a glance

Side by side.

SpecMarriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express CardHilton Honors Aspire
Annual fee$250$550
Best earn rate6 points per dollar at Marriotts, Gold elite status, 50,000-point free night certificate annuallySee alternative section above
Signup bonusCurrently around 175,000 points after spend, see issuer for the current offerVaries by month

Local tip

What to know before you book.

Petra entry tickets are included free with the Jordan Pass, which also waives the visa fee on arrival. Buy the Jordan Pass online before you fly because the entry fee at Petra alone is otherwise around 70 dinars. Most archaeological sites are cash-only for guides and on-site purchases.

Questions

Frequently asked.

What is the best credit card for hotels in Jordan?

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Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card from American Express. Marriott Petra prices around 35,000 to 50,000 points a night, and the 50K free night cert covers a peak-season stay outright. Annual fee is $250.

How many points do you need for a free night in Jordan?

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Roughly 45,000 points per night at the recommended chain for Jordan. Cash rate is around $280 per night, so the points stay is a meaningful discount versus paying cash.

Is the Hilton Honors Aspire a better choice for hotels in Jordan?

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Hilton Dead Sea is the largest beach resort on the Jordanian side and Diamond breakfast and lounge access cover daily food cost. The free weekend night cert is a strong fit if you base on the Dead Sea for a long weekend. Annual fee is $550.