Another big win for the Choice Privileges loyalty program from Choice Hotels. For the second straight year, USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards has named Choice Privileges the "Best Hotel Loyalty Program." A panel of USA Today travel experts and 10Best editors developed the list of nominees. Readers voted to determine the rankings.

"It has been an exciting year for the Choice Privileges program. This recognition validates what matters to us most: that our members are benefitting from our new perks and program enhancements," said Jamie Russo, vice president of loyalty programs and customer engagement for Choice Hotels. "It is quite an honor to be recognized by industry experts and our membership base. We also want to thank our 33 million members for voting to name Choice Privileges the best hotel loyalty program."

Earlier this year, the Choice Privileges program was also honored with the prestigious Freddie 210 Award for Europe and received recognition from Loyalty 360.

It is free to join the Choice Privileges program and members get the lowest price guaranteed when they book direct at ChoiceHotels.com, as well as benefits and immediate perks including:

  • Faster and greater rewards. Get to a free night faster with FlexRewards, which can be redeemed for free nights at discounted point levels at various hotels.
  • Your Extras. Earn instant extra rewards when traveling during the week, including fuel rewards, discounts on Uber trips and Amazon.com credit.
  • Elite recognition. All Choice Privileges Elite Members (Platinum, Gold and Silver members) are offered the option of a complimentary welcome gift or bonus points at check-in.

In addition to faster rewards, instant perks, and exclusive member rates when booking direct at ChoiceHotels.com, members can redeem points towards free stays at any of Choice's 11 hotel brands worldwide, including the Ascend Hotel Collection, Cambria Hotels, Comfort Inn, Comfort Suites, Sleep Inn, Quality, Clarion, MainStay Suites, Suburban Extended Stay Hotel, Econo Lodge, and Rodeway Inn.

For more information about USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Award list, visit http://www.10best.com/awards/travel/best-hotel-loyalty-program-2017/.

About Choice Hotels®

Choice Hotels International, Inc. (NYSE: CHH) is one of the largest lodging franchisors in the world. The challenger in the upscale segment and a leader in midscale and extended stay, Choice® has over 7,500 hotels, representing more than 630,000 rooms, in 46 countries and territories. A diverse portfolio of 22 brands that range from full-service upper upscale properties to midscale, extended stay and economy enables Choice® to meet travelers' needs in more places and for more occasions while driving more value for franchise owners and shareholders. The award-winning Choice Privileges® rewards program and co-brand credit card options provide members with a fast and easy way to earn reward nights and personalized perks. For more information, visit www.choicehotels.com.

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