Great news, Marriott Bonvoy members! Marriott just tweaked how you earn elite night credits at four of their brands: Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy, Residence Inn, TownePlace Suites, and Element. Previously, you only got one elite night for every two nights you stayed, and it was always rounded down. Ouch!

Now, you'll earn half an elite night credit for each night. So, stay one night, get 0.5 elite night credits. Stay two nights, you get one full elite night credit, and so on. This is a major improvement, especially if you frequently stay at these brands for extended periods, as it will make earning (or re-earning) that precious elite status much quicker and less frustrating! This policy change will let you reach higher tiers, and unlock benefits like free breakfast, room upgrades, and bonus points.