A recent overhaul of the Chase Sapphire Reserve card unlocked a powerful combination of benefits, and I was eager to test its limits. Existing cardholders, like myself, finally gained access to all the new perks, including a potentially game-changing stacking opportunity with statement credits.
For months, I’d been maximizing my Ultimate Rewards points using Chase’s Points Boost feature, achieving a fixed value of up to 2 cents per point on select hotels. A recent two-night stay near Disneyland at the JW Marriott Anaheim Resort saved me 100,000 points and $200 compared to transferring points directly to Marriott Bonvoy.
The real breakthrough came with confirming the ability to combine Points Boost with Chase’s The Edit credit – a biannual statement credit of up to $250 for prepaid hotel stays of two nights or more booked through the Chase Travel portal. This is where the potential for significant savings truly emerged.
The Edit features a curated collection of luxury hotels, offering perks typically reserved for elite members: daily breakfast for two, potential room upgrades, complimentary Wi-Fi, and flexible check-in/check-out times. While some properties are exceptionally expensive, many fall within a reasonable price range, particularly in destinations like Las Vegas.
I’m planning a weekend getaway to the JW Marriott Orlando Bonnet Creek Resort & Spa near Disney World, where rates currently stand at $485 per night. Booking directly with Marriott would require 156,000 points, but using Points Boost alone would reduce that to 65,700 points.
However, by stacking the biannual The Edit credit with Points Boost, I can bring that cost down even further – to just 53,200 points for the entire two-night stay. A recent test confirmed this combination works seamlessly, triggering the statement credit as expected.
Beyond the points savings, booking through The Edit adds extra value with those elite-like perks. Imagine enjoying a complimentary breakfast and a potential room upgrade, enhancing the overall experience without additional cost.
The most rewarding travel deals aren’t usually about a single benefit, but about strategically combining multiple advantages. This Chase Sapphire Reserve stacking opportunity – Points Boost plus The Edit credit – exemplifies that principle, delivering exceptional value and a truly elevated travel experience.
It’s a testament to the power of maximizing rewards programs and a reminder that a little planning can unlock significant savings and enhanced benefits on your next adventure.
