12 Best Marriott Bonvoy Category 6 and Category 7 Off-Peak Hotels & Resorts in Hawaii For Your Marriott Free Night Certificate [2020]

The American Express Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant and Chase's discontinued Ritz-Carton Credit Cards offer an annual Free Night Award Certificate that's worth up to 50,000 points per night which is equivalent to category 6 Marriott hotels and resorts. The goal here is to use the certificate at a Marriott Bonvoy property that the cash price is high. Hawaii destination is a great example of place to use such certificate because the hotels and resorts there can be very expensive. Plan this with your significant other so that you both can combine those free night certificates to get multiple nights stay instead of just one night stay. Keep in mind also that Marriott does not waive resort fee on award points or free night certificate stay.

Photo Credit: The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, Waikiki

There are several Marriott Bonvoy Category 6 resorts in Hawaii across all the four main islands such as Oahu, Maui, Kauai and the Big Island (Hawaii). Furthermore, one of the silver-linings when Marriott Bonvoy program decided to implement peak and off-peak award pricing, that created an amazing opportunity for the Marriott Free Night Certificate that is worth up to 50,000 Marriott points per night because a Marriott Category 7 property only requires 50,000 Marriott points per night with the off-peak award pricing model.

Oahu Island / Honolulu

The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach

The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach in Honolulu offers residential studios and suites, each with an ocean view and separate living spaces. This Ritz-Carlton property prides itself with its eight-floor infinity pool which is the area's highest and is perhaps symbolic of elevated experience at this Ritz.

This property is a category 7 Marriott Bonvoy property and requires only 50,000 Marriott points per night for a standard award room type when off-peak. The best part is, the standard award room type is a Deluxe Ocean view room.

No resort fee; $40 per day parking.

Photo Credit: The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Waikiki Beach

The Laylow, Autograph Collection

Step back in time to the elegance of 1960's Hawaii at The Laylow, Autograph Collection. Perfectly designed with a mid-century modern aesthetic set in a lush garden. This Waikiki hotel offers guests a classic Hawaii experience. Spend time in the sunshine at the inviting pool, featuring lush greenery, lounge seating, teak accents and pampering touches such as complimentary shaved ice to keep you cool, classic cocktails, fresh fruit, hanging plants and woven lanterns to create a remixed tiki vibe.

$35 destination amenity fee; $49 self-parking or valet parking same price.

Photo Credit: The Laylow, Autograph Collection

The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, Waikiki

A bucket-list resort in Hawaii! Opened in 1927 and known as the "Pink Palace of the Pacific," The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, Waikiki is an oasis of timeless luxury on the island of Oahu. Modern yet indigenous, the resort offers unprecedented amenities, refined accommodations and exclusive services – all designed to provide guests with a 5-star experience while visiting Honolulu.


This property is a category 7 Marriott Bonvoy property and requires only 50,000 Marriott points per night for a standard award room type for off-peak dates.

$38 resort fee, $40 valet parking only.

Photo Credit: The Royal Hawaiian, a Luxury Collection Resort, Waikiki

Maui Island

Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui

Perfectly placed within steps of the ocean, Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui offers scenic luxury in a stunning travel destination. Experience stylish comfort along the water's edge in beautifully appointed, family-friendly hotel accommodations with sparkling waters of five pools, featuring the longest resort water slide in all of Hawaii.

$38 resort fee; $30 self-parking or $40 valet parking.

Photo Credit: Wailea Beach Resort - Marriott, Maui

The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua

This Ritz-Carlton property embraces guests with island-inspired luxury. Unwind with a game on one of two championship golf courses, an indigenous spa ritual or a locally sourced meal. At this luxury Maui resort, every new adventure begins with an aloha spirit. The resort has amazing swimming pools. See our Review: Marriott Bonvoy Platinum Elite Upgrade and Benefits at The Ritz-Carlton Kapalua Resort Hotel in Maui

This property is a category 7 Marriott Bonvoy property and requires only 50,000 Marriott points per night for a standard award room type for off-peak dates.

No resort fee; $30 valet parking only.

Photo Credit: The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua

The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Ka'anapali

Photo Credit: The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Ka'anapali

The Westin Nanea Ocean Villas, Ka'anapali

This lively vacation ownership beach resort is located in Lahaina, once the royal capital of Maui Loa. This is an all-villa resort features marble bathrooms, room service and beach views.

This property is a category 7 Marriott Bonvoy property and requires only 50,000 Marriott points per night for a standard award room type for off-peak dates.

No resort fee; $15 self-parking and 20$ valet parking.

Photo Credit: The Westin Nanea Ocean Villas, Ka'anapali

Kauai Island

Sheraton Kauai Resort

Nestled on the world-famous Poipu Beach, the Sheraton Kauai Resort offers from spectacular golden-sand beaches to lush rainforests to world-class golf courses. Spend your days soaking in the sun on Poipu Beach or relaxing in a shaded cabana next to the Ocean Pool.

$30 resort fee; $30 per day valet parking.

Photo Credit: Sheraton Kauai Resort

Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection

Immerse yourself in the tropical rhythms of island life at Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection. For outdoor enthusiasts, this hotel is close to beaches, hiking and surfing, as well as golf, tennis and horseback riding. Every villa and studio boasts exquisite attention to detail, with spacious lanais, plush bedding and either a full kitchen or kitchenette. Dining options range from Hawaiian comfort food and tropical cocktails. Enjoy complimentary shuttle service to local attractions within a 5-mile radius of the hotel.

This property is a category 7 Marriott Bonvoy property and requires only 50,000 Marriott points per night for a standard award room type for off-peak dates.

$35 resort fee; free parking.

Photo Credit: Koloa Landing Resort at Poipu, Autograph Collection

Kaua'i Marriott Resort

Come to Kaua’i, the Garden Island of Hawaii, and treat yourself to breathtaking bay views & beach-side fun at Kaua'i Marriott Resort. Ideally set in Lihue, this stylish, contemporary resort hotel features top-tier amenities and modern rooms and suites with panoramic ocean, garden or pool views. This resort is situated on beautiful Kalapaki Bay which is also an ideal location for bachelorette parties and destination weddings.

$35 resort fee, $25 self-parking or $30 valet parking.

Photo Credit: Kaua'i Marriott Resort

Hawaii Island / The Big Island

The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort

The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort stretches along its namesake white-sand beach on the Island of Hawaii. The Kohala Coast is known for its world-class shoreline as well as for the cultural and archaeological gems nestled between its centuries-old lava fields. Cool off in two swimming pools, including a 6,800-square-foot freeform family pool and an adult-exclusive infinity pool, overlooking Hapuna Beach.


$30 resort fee; $25 self-parking only.

• Review: Marriott Platinum Upgrade and Benefits at The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort on the Big Island of Hawaii

Photo Credit: The Westin Hapuna Beach Resort

Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection

An oceanfront setting of dreams on a stunning soft white sand beach at Kauna’oa Bay. Large accommodations that are sophisticated and serene in the Mauna Kea Resort, one of the most celebrated locations in Hawaii. And all the amenities expected of a luxury resort including championship golf, award-winning tennis, cuisine that honors local flavors, plus beach and cultural activities that combine for the ultimate in resort experiences.

No resort fee, $25 self-parking or $30 valet parking.

• Review: Marriott Bonvoy Platinum Elite Upgrade and Benefits at Mauna Kea Beach Hotel on the Big Island of Hawaii

Photo Credit: Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, Autograph Collection

See Also:

• Best Marriott Bonvoy Properties To Use Your Marriott Points & Free Night Award Certificate