Which Choice Hotel Brands Participate in Rewards, Discounts & Promotions?

Choice Hotels has quietly built one of the most wide-ranging loyalty ecosystems in the hotel world, stretching from roadside motels to urban design hotels in global capitals. For travelers looking to squeeze maximum value from points, discounts and recurring promotions, understanding which brands actually participate in Choice Privileges is essential.

Not every sign on the highway means rewards, and not every property is eligible for the same offers. This guide breaks down the key brands, how and where they earn points, and what to watch for in discounts and promotions across the portfolio.

Understanding the Choice Privileges Rewards Framework

Choice Privileges is the unified rewards program for most Choice Hotels brands across the Americas, Europe and Asia-Pacific. Members earn points on qualifying stays and can redeem them for free nights, gift cards, experiences and transfers to airline partners and other travel companies. Choice Privileges is free to join and is designed to cover the bulk of the company’s midscale, upscale and economy properties, along with many of the Radisson brands in the Americas.

At the core of the program are participating brands such as Cambria, Comfort, Sleep Inn, Quality, Clarion, Econo Lodge, Rodeway Inn, Ascend Hotel Collection, MainStay Suites, Suburban Studios and others. At eligible hotels in these brands, a qualifying stay typically earns 10 base points per dollar on room rate and certain eligible charges before taxes. Those base points in turn count toward elite status, which unlocks bonus earning, preferred rooms when available and various welcome perks.

For U.S.-based travelers, one of the most important recent developments has been the integration of Radisson Americas brands into Choice Privileges. Properties carrying names like Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson RED, Radisson Individuals, Country Inn & Suites, Park Plaza and Park Inn by Radisson in the Americas now generally earn and redeem Choice Privileges points. By contrast, Radisson hotels outside the Americas that are still operated by Radisson Hotel Group do not participate in Choice Privileges and are not eligible for Choice promotions.

Despite the broad reach of the program, there are key exceptions and geographic nuances. Certain brands and specific locations within participating brands may not take part in the program or in particular promotions, and one entire extended stay brand, WoodSpring Suites, is excluded from earning, redemption or elite benefits. Understanding these boundaries helps travelers avoid frustration when a stay unexpectedly fails to earn points or qualify for a bonus offer.

Core Midscale Brands: Comfort, Sleep Inn, Quality and Clarion

For many U.S. road trippers and business travelers, the Comfort family of brands, Sleep Inn, Quality Inn and Clarion hotels are the backbone of the Choice network. These midscale chains participate broadly in Choice Privileges for both earning and redeeming points. A qualifying stay at most Comfort, Comfort Suites, Sleep Inn, Quality Inn, Clarion or Clarion Pointe locations will generate base points, count toward elite status and typically qualify for recurring promotions when booked through eligible channels such as the Choice website, mobile app or call center.

Because these brands are so widely distributed in secondary cities, suburbs and along highways, they often become the workhorses of a points-earning strategy. Choice frequently structures seasonal points offers and bonus promotions around completing a set number of stays, and it is these midscale properties that many travelers use to trigger those bonuses. For example, promotions that award a lump sum of bonus points after two qualifying stays are commonly available at participating Comfort, Sleep, Quality and Clarion hotels, subject to brand-specific exclusions that may apply in some offers.

These brands also tend to be well represented in percentage-off rate promotions that apply to stays of two or more nights. Discount campaigns offering 15 to 25 percent off the Best Available Rate for Choice Privileges members have recently named Comfort, Comfort Suites, Sleep Inn, Quality Inn and Clarion among the eligible brands at participating U.S. properties. While discounts vary by offer and location, midscale brands are usually central to the promotional mix, which makes them attractive for both cash savings and points accrual.

It is important to note that not every single property within these brands is required to participate in every offer. Franchisees may opt in or out of certain promotions, and some locations may not be participating in specific discounts even though the brand as a whole is listed. Travelers should always verify that a specific hotel is showing an eligible promotional rate during the booking process if the discount is a key part of their decision.

Upscale and Lifestyle Options: Cambria, Ascend and Radisson’s Upper Tier

On the upper end of the Choice portfolio, Cambria Hotels and the Ascend Hotel Collection serve travelers looking for a more design-forward or boutique-style experience without leaving the Choice ecosystem. These brands participate fully in Choice Privileges for earning and redeeming points at most locations in the Americas and select international markets. They are frequently highlighted in promotions that target higher spend per night and longer stays.

Cambria Hotels in particular feature prominently in advance purchase discounts and multi-night promotions. Recent offers in the U.S. have included up to 20 percent off the Best Available Rate on three-night advance bookings and 25 percent off stays of two or more nights at participating Cambria properties, especially when booked directly through Choice. Choice Privileges members can often stack membership-only discounts on top of these promotional rates, increasing the effective savings at upscale hotels that normally command higher nightly rates.

The Ascend Hotel Collection, which consists of independent upscale and boutique properties that affiliate with Choice for distribution and loyalty, is also a full participant in Choice Privileges. Points can be both earned and redeemed at participating Ascend hotels, and they are frequently included in the same multi-night and percent-off promotions as Cambria. Because Ascend properties often occupy unique or historic buildings in urban cores and resort destinations, savvy travelers sometimes target promotions at these hotels to enjoy a more distinctive stay while still earning Choice points.

Layered onto this is the Radisson integration at the upper end of the scale. In the Americas, Radisson Blu, Radisson Collection and many Radisson-branded hotels now earn and redeem Choice Privileges points and appear in Choice rate promotions and seasonal discounts. Some recent multi-night offers have specifically named Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson RED, Radisson Collection and Radisson Individuals among the participating brands, giving Choice members a way to use or accumulate points at stylish city properties that appeal to both leisure and business guests.

Extended Stay and Economy Brands: Where Rewards Do and Do Not Apply

Extended stay and economy brands play a major role in Choice’s footprint, but participation in Choice Privileges and promotions is more nuanced in this segment. MainStay Suites, Suburban Studios and Everhome Suites are part of the long-stay offering. According to the program rules, MainStay Suites, Suburban Studios and Everhome properties in participating regions generally earn Choice Privileges points and allow redemptions, although some individual locations or particular promotions may exclude these brands.

Economy brands such as Econo Lodge and Rodeway Inn are included among the core participating brands for earning and redeeming points in the program. Stays at eligible Econo Lodge and Rodeway Inn hotels in the United States, Canada, much of Europe, parts of Latin America and the Asia-Pacific region can accrue base points and count toward elite status, provided they meet qualifying rate conditions. These brands are often featured in broad percentage-off campaigns as well, particularly promotions that advertise discounts across a wide swath of the portfolio.

One significant caveat for budget-minded travelers is WoodSpring Suites. Despite being a Choice brand, WoodSpring Suites locations do not participate in the Choice Privileges program. Guests cannot earn or redeem Choice points at WoodSpring properties, and elite benefits do not apply. This exclusion is clearly stated in the program rules but can still catch travelers off guard if they assume that every Choice logo implies points. For frequent long-term guests, this makes MainStay Suites, Suburban Studios or Everhome more attractive if rewards earning is a priority.

Beyond brand-wide exclusions, individual extended stay and economy properties can sometimes be carved out of specific promotions. Some recurring bonus point offers and promotional discounts explicitly list nonparticipating long-stay brands for that particular deal, even though those hotels still participate in the base program. This means travelers should look closely at the fine print for each promotion, especially when planning lengthy stays at extended stay properties that might otherwise be ideal for racking up bonus points.

Radisson and Country Inn & Suites Integration: Where Choice Privileges Works

The acquisition of Radisson’s Americas business has transformed the geographic and brand reach of Choice Privileges. In the United States, Canada, Latin America and the Caribbean, numerous Radisson-family hotels now participate fully in Choice’s loyalty program. This includes Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson RED, Radisson Collection, Radisson Individuals, Park Plaza, Park Inn by Radisson and Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, all under the Choice umbrella in these regions.

In practice, this means that a qualifying stay at these brands within the Americas should earn Choice Privileges points and be eligible for most portfolio-wide promotions, provided the property is participating and the rate is booked through an eligible channel. Many Choice promotional terms now name Radisson brands alongside core Choice names when describing discounted rates for multi-night stays or member-exclusive deals. Country Inn & Suites, in particular, often appears in lists of brands eligible for double-night or percent-off offers tied to Choice Privileges membership.

A critical distinction arises once travelers leave the Americas. Radisson hotels located in Europe, Africa, the Middle East or Asia that remain under the separate Radisson Hotel Group organization do not participate in Choice Privileges and do not honor Choice promotions. Even though these hotels may carry familiar Radisson or Park Inn branding, they fall outside the Choice system. That means Choice Privileges points cannot be earned or redeemed at those properties, and email or web promotions sent by Choice do not apply to Radisson hotels operated by Radisson Hotel Group.

For international travelers, the best approach is to treat Radisson-branded hotels in the Americas as fully part of the Choice ecosystem, and those elsewhere as entirely separate. When planning trips that move across regions, it is advisable to verify whether a specific Radisson hotel appears on Choice’s booking channels and whether Choice Privileges details are displayed for the property. If the hotel does not show in the Choice system, it is outside the loyalty program regardless of the familiar name on the sign.

How Discounts and Promotions Vary by Brand

Choice Hotels runs a steady drumbeat of discounts and points promotions throughout the year, but these offers rarely apply uniformly across every brand. Instead, the fine print of each promotion carefully lists which brands are in and which are out, often with special carve-outs for extended stay and economy chains. Travelers who want to maximize value need to read those terms closely and understand how they map to the brands they most frequently use.

Recurring offers that provide a lump-sum bonus, such as earning enough points for a gift card or free night after a set number of stays, typically include the mainstream midscale and upscale brands such as Comfort, Sleep Inn, Quality Inn, Clarion, Cambria, Ascend, many Radisson brands and Country Inn & Suites. For certain bonus campaigns, however, the terms have excluded some extended stay brands like MainStay Suites, Everhome Suites and Suburban Studios, along with non-participating WoodSpring Suites, even though most of those extended stay brands otherwise earn and redeem points in the program.

Percentage-off rate promotions, such as offers that advertise 15 to 25 percent off the Best Available Rate for stays of two or more nights, also list participating brands explicitly. These discounts typically include Ascend Hotel Collection, Cambria, Comfort, Sleep Inn, Quality Inn, Clarion, Clarion Pointe, various Radisson brands and Country Inn & Suites at participating U.S. hotels. In some campaigns, additional brands like Econo Lodge and Rodeway Inn have been included. Other promotions narrow the list to a subset of upscale and upper midscale brands, particularly for advance purchase deals around peak travel seasons.

Because Choice deploys multiple overlapping promotions over the course of a year, there is no single universal list of brands that always receive every discount. Instead, each campaign has its own roster of eligible brands. For practical trip planning, the safest strategy is to start by selecting a participating brand within Choice Privileges, then confirm during booking that the desired promotional rate is being offered at the specific property and dates. If the promotional rate does not appear in search results, that hotel may have opted out or may be excluded for that campaign even though the brand is otherwise listed.

Elite Status, Co-branded Cards and Brand-Level Perks

Elite status in Choice Privileges provides another layer of value that interacts with brand participation. Recent changes to the program have made elite tiers easier to reach by reducing the number of required nights for each level and by introducing new ways to earn qualifying credits through spending on co-branded credit cards. The newly introduced Titanium tier sits at the top of the hierarchy and includes a unique travel award that allows members to book up to seven nights at select premium properties for half the usual points cost.

Elite benefits, such as bonus earning rates, early check-in or late checkout where available, and room preferences, generally apply across brands that participate in Choice Privileges. That means frequent guests who stay often at Comfort, Sleep Inn, Quality, Clarion, Cambria, Ascend or participating Radisson hotels will see accelerated points accumulation and improved on-property recognition. The Titanium travel award, for example, can be used at select higher-end hotels within the Choice and partner network, including certain Cambria and Radisson Blu properties, which magnifies the value of elite status when paired with upscale brands.

Co-branded Choice Privileges credit cards issued in the United States give cardholders additional ways to earn points on everyday spending that can later be redeemed at participating brands. Spending on travel, gas, groceries and home improvement purchases can generate elite qualifying credits as well as points, effectively linking daily expenses with future hotel stays. For travelers who regularly favor certain Choice brands in the Americas, combining card earnings with promotional bonuses and elite multipliers can make midscale and upscale stays especially rewarding.

Because elite benefits and co-branded card earnings are tied to the Choice Privileges program rather than individual brands, they automatically cover any property that participates fully in the program. They do not apply at non-participating brands such as WoodSpring Suites or at Radisson hotels outside the Choice-controlled regions. When planning to use elite benefits during a stay, travelers should confirm that the property shows Choice Privileges earning details on its booking page, which is a practical indicator that program rules apply.

The Takeaway

Choice Hotels offers one of the most far-reaching loyalty programs in the hotel industry, but its breadth comes with important caveats. Most of the mainstream midscale and upscale brands that travelers recognize, including Comfort, Sleep Inn, Quality Inn, Clarion, Cambria, Ascend Hotel Collection and a growing array of Radisson and Country Inn & Suites properties in the Americas, participate fully in Choice Privileges for earning, redeeming and elite benefits. These brands are also frequent targets for seasonal discounts and bonus point promotions that can sharply increase the value of each stay.

At the same time, not every Choice flag automatically means rewards. WoodSpring Suites is excluded from the program, and some extended stay brands such as MainStay Suites, Suburban Studios and Everhome Suites may participate in Choice Privileges overall yet be carved out of specific promotional offers. Radisson hotels outside the Americas operate under a separate organization and do not honor Choice Privileges benefits at all, even if their branding looks familiar to U.S. travelers.

For travelers seeking to maximize rewards and savings, the most effective strategy is to start with brands that clearly participate in Choice Privileges, then drill down into the details of each current promotion. Verifying that a property is both in the program and opted into a specific offer before booking can prevent unwelcome surprises. By combining well-chosen brands with elite status, co-branded credit card earnings and carefully timed promotional bookings, members can turn ordinary hotel nights into a steady stream of discounted stays and high-value redemptions across the Choice portfolio.

FAQ

Q1: Do all Choice Hotels brands participate in the Choice Privileges rewards program?
Most major Choice brands, including Cambria, Comfort, Sleep Inn, Quality, Clarion, Econo Lodge, Rodeway Inn, MainStay Suites, Suburban Studios, Everhome Suites and Ascend Hotel Collection participate in Choice Privileges in eligible regions. The primary exception is WoodSpring Suites, which does not participate in the program, and certain Radisson-branded hotels outside the Americas that are operated by a separate company.

Q2: Can I earn Choice Privileges points at Radisson and Country Inn & Suites hotels?
Yes, you can generally earn Choice Privileges points at participating Radisson Blu, Radisson, Radisson RED, Radisson Individuals, Radisson Collection, Park Plaza, Park Inn by Radisson and Country Inn & Suites properties located in the United States, Canada, Latin America and the Caribbean. Radisson hotels outside these regions are not part of Choice Privileges and do not award or accept Choice points.

Q3: Which Choice brands are typically included in percentage-off rate promotions?
Recent discount offers have often included Ascend Hotel Collection, Cambria, Comfort, Comfort Suites, Sleep Inn, Quality Inn, Clarion, Clarion Pointe, various Radisson brands in the Americas and Country Inn & Suites, with some promotions also covering economy brands like Econo Lodge and Rodeway Inn. Each promotion has its own brand list, so travelers should always check the terms for the specific offer they plan to use.

Q4: Why did my stay at a Choice hotel not earn any points?
There are several possibilities. The hotel might belong to a non-participating brand such as WoodSpring Suites, or be a Radisson property outside the Americas. You may also have booked a non-qualifying rate, such as certain wholesale, employee or deeply discounted bookings that are excluded from earning. In some cases, an individual property may not participate in the program or in the specific promotion you expected to trigger.

Q5: Do extended stay brands like MainStay Suites and Suburban Studios participate in promotions?
MainStay Suites, Suburban Studios and Everhome Suites generally participate in Choice Privileges for base earning and redemption, but some targeted promotions specifically exclude one or more of these brands for bonus points or gift card offers. It is common to see these extended stay brands participate in the core program but sit out certain promotional campaigns.

Q6: Are all Choice Privileges discounts available when I book through third-party sites?
Most Choice Privileges rate discounts and bonus point promotions require booking through Choice’s direct channels, such as the Choice website, mobile app, call center or directly with the hotel. Stays booked through some online travel agencies or wholesale platforms often do not qualify for member discounts, bonus points or elite credit, even if the brand participates in the program.

Q7: Can I redeem Choice Privileges points at every hotel within participating brands?
In general, points can be redeemed at most hotels within participating brands, subject to availability and regional participation rules. However, a small number of franchised properties or locations in certain countries may not accept redemptions, and Radisson hotels outside the Choice-controlled territories do not honor Choice Privileges points even if they share similar branding.

Q8: How do elite status benefits vary across Choice brands?
Elite status benefits such as bonus earning, preferred room locations when available and recognition at check-in apply across participating brands, but the exact on-property experience can vary by chain and individual hotel. Upscale brands like Cambria, Ascend and Radisson Blu often have more scope to provide enhanced rooms and amenities, while economy brands may focus on simpler benefits such as bonus points and late checkout when offered.

Q9: Are WoodSpring Suites stays ever eligible for Choice Privileges points or promotions?
No. Despite being part of the Choice corporate family, WoodSpring Suites does not participate in the Choice Privileges program. Guests cannot earn or redeem Choice points at WoodSpring properties, and elite status benefits are not recognized there, regardless of current promotions at other brands.

Q10: How can I quickly tell if a hotel participates in Choice Privileges for a specific promotion?
The most reliable approach is to start by searching your dates on Choice’s official booking channels while logged into your Choice Privileges account. Participating hotels will display eligible promotional rates and indicate points earning details. You can then cross-check the terms of the promotion to confirm that both the brand and your specific hotel are listed or not excluded. If the promotional rate does not appear at checkout, that location may not be participating in that particular offer.