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GUIDE
How to earn Choice Privileges status and use its benefits
Facts checked: 18 October 2026
Key takeaways
How do you earn Choice Privileges elite status?
| Elite level | Elite Qualifying Nights (EQNs) | Elite Qualifying Credits (EQCs) |
|---|---|---|
| Gold | 5 | 10,000 |
| Platinum | 15 | 30,000 |
| Diamond | 35 | 70,000 |
| Titanium | 55 | 110,000 |
What benefits come with Choice Privileges elite status?
| Brand grouping | Gift options |
|---|---|
| Econo Lodge, Rodeway Inn | 100 points, or a complimentary snack and beverage |
| Everhome Suites | 200 points |
| MainStay Suites, Suburban Studios, Clarion, Clarion Pointe, Quality, Sleep Inn | 200 points, or a complimentary snack and beverage |
| Comfort, Ascend Collection | 250 points, or a complimentary snack and beverage |
| Park Inn by Radisson, Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Cambria Hotels, Park Plaza, Radisson, Radisson Blu, Radisson Individuals, Radisson RED | 250 points |
How does the Choice Privileges Mastercard help with status?
Card-based routes to hotel status in other programmes are covered in hotel elite status via credit cards.
Do award stays count toward Choice Privileges status?
How the certificate-free booking flow works is set out in how to book Choice Privileges award nights.
Limits, soft landings and which hotels count
Frequently asked questions
How many nights do you need for Choice Privileges Gold status?
Do Choice Privileges points expire while you hold elite status?
Can a Choice Privileges Mastercard earn you status?
What happens if you do not requalify for your tier?
Sources
Sources checked on 18 October 2026. Other hotel programmes, including Marriott Bonvoy, Hilton Honors, World of Hyatt and IHG One Rewards, are not covered here.