American Express - Starwood Hotels Credit Card Reviews

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3.89 of 5 (by 9 users)

American Express - Starwood Hotels Credit Card Review Summary

Reward credit cards are numerous in both number and in the variety of rewards they offer and one of the better rated among them is American Express Starwood, a credit card that offers rewards that can be redeemed for free stays at Westin, Sheraton, or other Starwood Hotels. Customers even have the option to redeem points for airline miles and reviews of American Express Starwood appreciate having this reward flexibility. American Express Starwood “Offers the Best Rewards Value for Beautiful Hotel Accommodations” and great customer care. Like with other American Express Credit Cards, there is an annual fee with American Express Starwood, but reviewers feel the fee is easily worth it.

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American Express - Starwood Hotels Credit Card Ratings and Reviews

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Starwood AmEx- great service has made me a loyal user

picky, pay my cc bill off each month, researcher, appreciative of good service

APR

2007

I have had my American Express Starwood card for about 10 years. It is an American Express card that allows you to earn points for stays at any Starwood property (W, Westin, Regis, Sheraton, etc)-- or, you can convert your points to miles. I am hooked and use it to buy nearly EVERYTHING!

How you earn points.
You earn 1 point for every dollar spent and then double points when staying at a Starwood property. It seems that I somehow manage to accumulate a lot of points every year.

Annual Percentage
To be honest, I dont check out the annual percentage rate since I pay off my bills monthly-- so they...

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Jolie
Chicago, IL

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It's going into the round file

Every day computer user, an aggressive investor

JAN

2009

I was overseas travelling three times last year, returning to receive the statement and paid a day or two late each time.

Returning from the last trip my rate escalated to 27% plus.

So sure it's my fault but haven't used the card since.

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PatrickJ
Montclair, NJ

The ultimate miles/points earnings card

Every day computer user, an moderate investor, a low risk investor, an aggressive saver

MAR

2008

One of two known cards that let you earn >1 mile/point per dollar spent. Well, to be truthful, you do earn only one point per dollar spent on regular purchases. The advantage that moves this to 1.25 miles per dollar spent is when you redeem for frequent flyer miles in 20,000 point increments. At that redemption level Amex moves 25,000 miles into the slected frequent flyer account. Other highly worthwhile advantages to the card are a reasonable annual fee, and the warranty extension offer. All purchases made using the card get their warranty doubled up to one additional year, at no add'l charge.... review »

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JCareyB
Topeka, KS

Flexibility of rewards is great and so is gold SPG status

appreciative of good service, a pet owner, free gift card rewards junkie, stock investor, an online shopper, quality conscious, impatient, Every day computer user

NOV

2007

As per the frequent flyer gurus, this is a great card for someone who loves to travel. You earn extra points if you use this at starwood properties. Starwood allows you to transfer the points to airlines and if you transfer 20,000 points usually at a 1:1 mile ratio, you actually get 25,000. I don't pay attention to interest rates since I pay the balance in full each month. Better yet, if you charge a certain amount each year, you automatically qualify for gold starwood preferred guest status, so if you are a business traveler like me, it qualifies you for various perks at the hotels, including... review »

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AGWNGWMOM
Marietta, GA

My Favorite Credit Card.

on a strict budget

FEB

2008

I love this card because we love to use Starpoints. We are middle class and can't usually afford nice hotels to stay in. But using Starpoints, we always have a classy place to stay and the kids love it! I'm glad there is a way to earn Starpoints without having to spend extra money. I just use my card and voila! every few months, we've earned another night. The only thing I don't like is the annual fee (which I have never had to pay on a credit card before) and the fact that some places don't accept American Express.

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azcountrymom
Show Low, AZ

Offers best rewards value for beautiful hotel accomodations!

always looking for ways to save, practical, a comparison shopper, Every day computer user, fuel-conscious, budget-conscious traveler, dog lover, into finding great deals online

DEC

2007

The American Express Starwood Preferred Guest card has been a blessing to us when we wish to stay in the best location or a comfortable hotel even in the hottest seasons or most popular destinations. Quality rooms are so expensive, but with our points, we receive the best available rooms w no blackout periods, 5 days for the cost of 4 and free upgrades if available.

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s7ven
Missouri City, TX

THE BEST CARD OF THEM ALL

a comparison shopper, always looking for ways to save, appreciate nice things, a busy person, a homeowner, a person who enjoys quality, appreciative of good customer service, don't carry a balance

NOV

2007

The Starwood Preferred Guest credit card from American Express is terrific. You get a 10,000 point bonus for signing up. And one point for every dollar you spend anywhere. Double points at Starwood hotels. And, you can convert 20,000 points into 25,000 airline miles at dozens of airlines.

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TEXASGUY
Dallas, TX

Love the starpoints!

Every day computer user, a low risk investor

NOV

2008

American Express was one of the easier credit card to obtain. However since the recent declined in the economy... they are among the first to decrease your credit line even if you make payments on time! This sucks and would close the account if it weren't for my starpoints!

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surveytaker1960
Lithonia, GA

great card

NOV

2008

the best card, can't say more. the valubel card for hotel. only tip is not to use for any purpose other than hotel. the open account bonus is great fro 4 night. great ! the big problem is this card never send me refer offer. It seems that $45 annul fee applied , another problem it is.

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macross
Baltimore, MD

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American Express - Starwood
Institution Name	American Express
Credit Card Name	Starwood Hotels Credit Card
Card Features	Points Credit Card
Credit Card Type	Hotel Credit Card