Pune girl reveals secret ways to enjoy a luxury resort stay for free that normally costs Rs90k per night: Here’s the trick

A chartered accountant from Pune, Priti Jain, recently revealed on X how she managed to stay at the luxurious Westin Himalayas resort in Uttarakhand without spending any money. Jain enjoyed a three-night stay in a room that typically costs Rs 90,000 per night, which included complimentary breakfast. Her posts on X detailing the experience have gone viral.

How the Vacation Was Made Possible

Jain explained that she earned 58,000 membership reward points after spending rs 4 lakh on her American Express Platinum card. She converted these points into Marriott Bonvoy points, which can be used for hotel stays at Marriott properties. During her stay, the resort provided her and her husband with complimentary breakfasts, high tea, and a Ganga aarti every evening on the deck overlooking the river.

Booking Details

Jain booked her vacation using 25,000 Marriott Bonvoy points, transferring her AMEX rewards to Marriott Bonvoy. By taking advantage of a 30% bonus promotion, she transformed her 58,000 AMEX membership rewards into a three-night stay valued at Rs 1.5 lakh. She estimated the total worth of her stay, including suite upgrades and complimentary services, at nearly Rs 3 lakh, calling it "an incredible deal."

Highlights of the Stay

During her stay, Jain enjoyed live music, delicious food, and a relaxing atmosphere. The resort also celebrated her husband's birthday by baking a special Negroni cake and decorating their room each day. Jain concluded her posts by encouraging others to reconsider their views on credit cards, stating, "Next time someone declares credit cards are useless or bad, just drop this thread like a mic. Let’s see how they handle the facts."