Choice Privileges Points: Value, Transfer Partners and Cards (2026)
Quick answer: Choice Privileges points are worth 0.6¢ each in MaxWorth's valuation, so 100,000 points come to about $600. You can transfer in from Amex Membership Rewards, Capital One Miles, Citi ThankYou and Wells Fargo Rewards. 2 US credit cards earn them.
What your points are worth
Choice mostly uses fixed award prices set per hotel, with some hotels using off-peak, standard and peak rates. Nights start at 6,000 points, and Choice points can also book select Preferred Hotels & Resorts. Because several bank programs transfer in at better than 1:1, Choice points are often cheapest to get by transfer.
| Balance | At 0.6¢ each |
|---|---|
| 10,000 | $60 |
| 25,000 | $150 |
| 50,000 | $300 |
| 100,000 | $600 |
Ways to redeem
| Option | Value per point | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Award nights at Choice hotels | varies | From 6,000 points a night; prices are set per hotel. |
| Preferred Hotels & Resorts | varies | Choice points can book select Preferred properties. |
| Convert to airline miles | low | 5 Choice points per mile. Poor value. |
Transfer in from (4)
| Program | Ratio | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Amex Membership Rewards | 1:1 | 1.4¢ |
| Capital One Miles | 1:1 | 1.7¢ |
| Citi ThankYou Cut from 1:2 on Apr 19, 2026. | 1:1.5 | 1¢ |
| Wells Fargo Rewards | 1:2 | 1¢ |
Cards that earn Choice Privileges (2)
| Card | Annual fee | Top earn rates |
|---|---|---|
| Choice Privileges Select Mastercard | $95 | 10x Choice Hotels · 5x Gas · 5x Groceries |
| Choice Privileges Mastercard | $0 | 5x Choice Hotels · 3x Gas · 3x Groceries |
Good to know
- Expiration
- Points are forfeited after 18 consecutive months without qualifying activity. Gold, Platinum, Diamond and Titanium elites are exempt while they hold status; the 18-month clock restarts if status is lost.
- Pooling and sharing
- Since October 1, 2026, members can share points with each other for free, with a 5,000-point minimum per transfer.
Frequently asked questions
How much are 100,000 Choice Privileges points worth?
About $600 at MaxWorth's valuation of 0.6¢ per point. What you actually get depends on how you redeem; see the redemption options above.
How long until Choice points expire?
After 18 months without activity for members without elite status. Gold and higher members' points don't expire while they hold status.
Which card points give the most Choice points?
Wells Fargo Rewards transfer at 1:2. Premium Citi cards transfer at 1:1.5 since April 19, 2026. Amex and Capital One transfer at 1:1.
Can I share Choice points with family?
Yes. Sharing has been free since October 1, 2026, with a 5,000-point minimum per transfer.
Track Choice Privileges next to every other balance.
The MaxWorth app turns each points balance into dollars at these valuations and searches award seats for airline partners. No bank login needed.
Sources: choicehotels.com · media.choicehotels.com · frequentmiler.com · awardwallet.com · upgradedpoints.com. Always confirm current terms with the issuer or program.