It’s that time of the year when people are hitting the road for summer vacations, from trips with the whole family to weekend getaways with friends, and maybe even a business trip or two. Whether you’re traveling on the road or in the sky, the best trips always need a little flexibility, and that’s where Best Western’s award-winning loyalty program, Best Western Rewards®, comes in handy.

And right now, there’s an added incentive: members can earn bonus points on every qualified stay through Sept. 7, 2026 — plus a chance to win 250,000 points in the Best Western Rewards Summer Sweepstakes.

Why Best Western Rewards?

Not all hotel loyalty programs are the same, but Best Western Rewards packs a powerful punch. For starters, points never expire, so you can count on them to be there when you need them. There are also no blackout dates on reward stays, so you can book your dream trip when it works for your schedule.

To make it all the sweeter, award redemptions start as low as 5,000 points per night (you read that right: 5,000!) across more than 4,300 hotels worldwide. With the “Pay with Points’ feature, you can even use a mix of cash and your points balance to book a room, adding even more flexibility to how you redeem.

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Even if you already have status with another hotel loyalty program, don’t sleep on Best Western Rewards. With the “Status Match…No Catch®” program, Best Western Rewards will match your elite status with any other hotel loyalty program (for free). And that elite status, achievable with as few as five qualified nights, can help get you bonus points on every stay, early check-in and late checkout when available and room upgrades (subject to availability).

Earn bonus points and the chance to win 250,000 more

Right now is the best time to register for a free Best Western Rewards account, as members can earn 1,000 bonus points for every qualified night stayed at participating Best Western Hotels in the U.S., Canada or the Caribbean between now and September 7, 2026. There’s no limit to the number of bonus points a member can earn, but you have to make sure to register for the promotion before completing a stay.

Members who complete an eligible night’s stay will also earn a sweepstakes entry for the chance to win 250,000 bonus points, up to 20 entries.* With 250,000 extra bonus points, you could take an unforgettable vacation. But with the sweepstakes aside, earning bonus points on a stay you’re already booking is a win in itself.

Where Best Western Rewards can take you

With more than 4,300 properties around the world, including brands such as WorldHotels™, Aiden®, GLō and SureStay® Hotels, the Best Western Rewards program has a property that’s perfect for your needs, whether you’ve got the extended family in tow or college friends are meeting up from the country to catch up and slow down.

Here are a handful of properties right in our own backyard, from the sandy beaches to hip mountain towns, worth considering.

Best Western Plus Beach Resort — Fort Myers, FL

On Florida’s Gulf Coast, the recently renovated Best Western Plus Beach Resort puts guests in the middle of everything Estero Island has to offer: beach access, a heated pool, rooms with kitchenettes, and a central location near Fort Myers’ buzzy Times Square, full of shopping, waterfront restaurants, local breweries and entertainment. Here, guests can easily relax by the water, or even get out on paddleboards or join a dolphin tour for the full Gulf Coast experience.

Rates from around $210 per night or 40,000 Best Western Rewards points.

GLō Hotel Asheville-Blue Ridge Parkway — Asheville, NC

Asheville is a haven for nature enthusiasts, craft beer fanatics and music lovers. It’s also home to GLō Hotel Asheville-Blue Ridge Parkway, a hip, design-forward hotel with a gym, indoor swimming pool and comfortable, trendy rooms. And while you should certainly enjoy some of the incredible restaurants Asheville is known for, you can start your day with a complimentary full breakfast, the perfect start before exploring attractions like Biltmore Estate or catching a show at The Orange Peel music venue.

Rates from around $96 per night or 20,000 Best Western Rewards points.

Hotel Eastlund, BW Premier Collection — Portland, OR

Portland is one of America’s most interesting cities, known for its music scene, food culture and access to nature. Not to mention, it’s a great city to root yourself in for outdoor adventures like a trip to the picture-perfect Columbia River Gorge. At Hotel Eastlund, a BW Premier Collection property in Portland’s trendy Eastside, guests will find modern, comfortable rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, a rooftop bar and restaurant with great views and a boutique-like vibe that gives the hotel a strong sense of character. BW Premier Collection is Best Western’s most exclusive portfolio of hotels, each one tied closely to the character of its destination for an authentic, boutique-style stay.

Rates from around $134 per night or 24,000 Best Western Rewards points.

Aiden Flagstaff — Flagstaff, AZ

With beautiful mountains and mesas and plenty of sunshine, plus the world’s largest Ponderosa Pine forest, a trip to Flagstaff is always a good idea. In between long days out in nature or exploring Flagstaff’s vibrant, fun shops and food scene, Aiden Flagstaff is the perfect place to relax in a trendy setting with plush beds and forest-themed rooms. Need a longer break? Hit the pool or hot tub, grab a drink at the bar or enjoy a game of cornhole or giant Connect 4 out on the lawn.

Rates from around $100 per night or 20,000 Best Western Rewards points.

@HOME by Best Western St. George — St. George, UT

At the foot of Zion National Park, beneath Utah’s vivid desert sunsets, @HOME by Best Western St. George is the perfect home-away-from-home for travelers looking to experience nature. Featuring large suites with full kitchens (think: fridge, stove and microwave), the hotel is perfect for folks looking to spend more than just a night or two. And, with a heated pool, outdoor fireplaces and grills, this comfortable hotel means you can enjoy the best of summer even if you’re thousands of miles from home.

Rates from around $140 per night or 28,000 Best Western Rewards points.

Best Western Plus Windjammer Inn & Conference Center — South Burlington, VT

Home to Lake Champlain, legendary breweries and distilleries, great shopping and plenty of ways to explore nature, the Burlington, Vermont area is a wonderful place for friends or families to explore. Just a mile from the Burlington International Airport (BTV), the Best Western Plus Windjammer Inn & Conference Center is the perfect temporary home while visiting the Green Mountain State. At the hotel, guests will find comfortable rooms, a family-friendly outdoor pool, a well-furnished gym and a restaurant loved by travelers and locals alike.

Rates from around $191 per night or 36,000 Best Western Rewards points.

Best Western Premier Park Hotel — Madison, WI

Upscale and boutique-like, the Best Western Premier Park Hotel is a gem in Wisconsin’s buzzy capital city. Located in Capitol Square, the hotel boasts rooms with beautiful views of the state capitol building, 50-inch TVs and in-room microwaves and refrigerators. There’s also an incredible gym with a lap pool and workout equipment, a bar and restaurant and EV charging stations. Whether you’re heading to the National Mustard Museum or getting lost in the Olbrich Botanical Gardens, you’ll sleep well at this upscale hotel in the heart of all the action.

Rates from around $135 per night or 28,000 Best Western Rewards points.

Bottom line

Signing up for a Best Western Rewards account is fast, free and easy — and it comes with a comprehensive set of benefits built for traveler flexibility, like points that never expire and no blackout dates on reward stays. It’s even better because right now you can earn 1,000 bonus points on every qualified night stayed at participating Best Western hotels through Sept. 7, plus the chance to win 250,000 points with the Best Western Rewards Summer Sweepstakes.

So, whether it’s a girls’ trip to the beach or a family reunion across the country, Best Western Rewards is waiting to help you have the best trip ever.

*NO ADDITIONAL PURCHASE NECESSARY FOR SWEEPSTAKES. A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. The Summer 2026 BWH® Hotels Sweepstakes is Sponsored by Best Western International, Inc. Open only to Best Western Rewards® members, who are legal residents of Canada or the U.S. (including its territories & DC) (“Eligibility Area”) and are 18 years or older and the age of majority in their jurisdiction of residence as of the date of entry. Begins at 12:00 am MT on May 11, 2026 and ends at 11:59 pm MT on September 7, 2026. Void outside the Eligibility Area & where prohibited by law. A minimum of Fifty (50) Grand Prizes will be awarded: 250,000 Best Western Rewards points (ARV: USD$1,250). The odds depend on the number of eligible entries received overall. Math skill test required for residents of Canada. For complete Official Rules and alternate method of entry, visit bestwestern.com/summer2026.

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