Delta Whistler Village Suites, courtesy of Delta Hotels

One of the final steps of Marriott’s acquisition of Delta Hotels falls into place this month, as travelers booking a stay at most Delta Hotels & Resorts can now earn points and rewards towards Marriott Rewards, Marriott International's award-winning loyalty program

As of Feb. 1, Marriott Rewards members can earn and redeem points for free nights at twenty-one Delta properties across Canada. Fourteen Delta properties are not yet included in the program, but are slated to become integrated by late April 2016.

Changes to the points program also allow Delta Privilege members to now enjoy full benefits of Marriott Rewards membership, including the ability to earn and redeem points at 17 distinct brands and more than more than 4,000 Marriott hotels around the world.

"Marriott Rewards members—our most loyal guests—are seeking ways to discover and experience more through travel. Marriott Rewards' expansion to include Delta Hotels gives our members even more choice when traveling in Canada," said Don Cleary, President of Marriott Hotels of Canada. "The depth and breadth of the Marriott Rewards portfolio of brands is now even stronger."

Delta Hotels is home to some of Canada’s most beloved properties, including the flagship Delta Toronto, Delta Ottawa City Centre and the Delta Grand Okanagan Resort—all of which are included in the list of initial properties to be eligible for Marriott Rewards.

In addition to hotel stays, Marriott Rewards points can be redeemed for other benefits, including air travel, frequent flyer miles, cruises, car rentals and merchandise. Marriott Rewards members enjoy such exclusive benefits as free Wi-Fi and mobile check-in and check-out, as well as special members-only offers when booking on Marriott.com.

Marriott International acquired the Delta Hotels brand in April 2015. 

For a full list of Delta properties, visit www.MarriottRewards.com/Delta-Hotels.