Hotels

Many of the leading hotel chains offer great perks, fam rates and online training / certification options to the travel agents. Here's an overview of the best travel agent rate offers and my favourite (but not only) e-learning options available on the web.


To register an agent account with any of the hotel chains you need a valid IATA (International Air Transport Association), ARC (the Airline Reporting Corporation), or TIDS (The Travel Industry Designator Service), whichever one your home agency happens to be registered with. Also, a valid IATA (or other of the above) will be required at check in to claim any of the special rates highlighted below.

Famous Agents for Fairmont, Raffles and Swissôtel – This exciting program is open to travel agents who professionally engage in the promotion and sale of travel to the general public. To enroll in Famous Agents, you must first complete three lesson modules. These three lesson modules are designed to teach you everything you need to know about Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, Raffles Hotels & Resorts and Swissôtel Hotels & Resorts. There are three modules - one for each of Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, Raffles Hotels & Resorts and Swissotel Hotels & Resorts. Each module consists of a one-page lesson and ten multiple choice questions. After you complete each module, you will receive your score. You must have at least seven correct answers on each of the three exams in order to proceed to the application form. It will take approximately 30 minutes to complete the three lesson modules and enroll in Famous Agents. Once enrolled, you are eligible for the exceptional Famous agent rates at many of the properties belonging to the three participating chains. Note that in order for your account to become permanent you have to make and complete your first reservation within the 6 months from the enrollment date.

Marriott's Hotel Excellence - The program, designed specifically for travel agents, gives you access to become a certified Marriott specialist and, as a result, obtain access to Fam-Tastic® rates, as well as useful information including advance notice about hotel openings, renovations, special offers and private events. In order to be eligible for all the perks you need to complete the five-module online training. The program consists of two-thirds industry-related information and one-third information about Marriott’s products and services. Each module contains 10 questions; a passing score for each module is 70% (7 out of 10 answers correct). You will receive immediate “Correct/Incorrect” notification after each question is answered; the score for each module is provided upon completion of the module. You don’t need to complete the modules all at once, your progress will be tracked and you will be able to pick up where you left off next time you visit the site. In addition, the Hotel Excellence! home page provides current course completion status, and email notification of results is sent to participants' registered email addresses upon course completion. Once you have your HE! e-Certificates assigned to your name, you’re free to book your hotel stays (maximum of 5 per calendar year and up to 4 nights each). As of May 2, 2022 Fam-Tastic® rates are now eligible for Marriott Bonvoy points!

Hyatt Hotels and Resorts, Accor Hotels, Hilton Hotels all offer multimedia learning programs, however, completing them doesn’t give you further discounts on their already great agent discounts, including up to 50% off the daily rate for eligible stays (non-commissionable, based upon availability. The "Book Now" button on this page is pre-populated with the code required to receive the discounted rates (if available). Please use this to book only your personal travel.

Universal Orlando Resort (Orlando, FL)
As a valued travel partner, you will receive exclusive travel agent rates at all three on-site hotels at Universal Orlando, both Universal Orlando Resort theme parks and Universal Studios HollywoodSM theme park. Registration required.

Disney Resorts and Cruises
The Travel Agent Appreciation Program provides opportunities for you to experience select Disney Resorts and the Disney Cruise Line® (subject to availability and validation) with a room or package offer at a special rate. You can also experience the magic of the Disney Theme Parks by utilizing the Independent Familiarization Program (subject to advance request guidelines, qualifications and validation), which applies to theme park admission. Qualified Travel Professionals may also be able to take part in a Disney Cruise Line Ship Tour. Registration required.

Also, there are quite a few other chain offering travel industry discounts:

AIC Hotel Group (Hard Rock, Unico, Eden Roc, Nobu Hotel)

AMResorts - This comprehensive, centralized hub details all things AMR™ Collection – from first looks of the latest offers to robust training and FAQs. Complete the Master Agent training course annually to become a certified AMR™ Collection expert and earn access to discounted travel rates.

Anantara Hotels & Resorts (GHA Discovery) - Book your industry rate today with a valid IATA number and agent ID at check-in. Contact GHA for a quote. 

Atlantis Paradise Island Bahamas - Travel advisors with a valid IATA, CLIA ARC, TIDS, or TRUE number can get savings of up to 30% off best available rates. The travel agent offer is bookable all year via the travel agent website or by calling Atlantis’ customer care team: 877-786-1736. Travel agent reservations can be made in advance of travel, and savings are valid for two guestrooms

BarcelóPro - Barcelo Hotels Group offers Travel Agents 20% off best available rate! To check space/make a booking please call 1-800-BARCELO (registration required)

Best Western - Travel Agents are welcomed at Best Western® and receive 50% off standard rates at participating hotels in the U.S. and Canada, and 25% or more off at international locations. This discount is subject to availability and is for travel agent personnel only.

Caesar's Entertainment (Caesar's Palace, Harrah's, Paris, Flamingo, Imperial Palace, Planet Hollywood, Bally's, Rio, The Linq). Registration required.

Carlisle Bay - To discuss any FAM opportunities, industry rates or other amenity requests please contact assigned Sales Representatives at +1 268 484 0000

Casa de Campo - Special rates $99 USD per room, per night - European Plan (registration required). For our best rates guaranteed please call 800-336-5520 or 773-620-4884

Castle Resorts & Hotels (Hawaii) - Travel professionals enjoy exclusive rates of up to 25% off.

Choice Hotels - Brand information, special rate plans and hotel contacts.

Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas - Exclusive partner rates available. 

Design Hotels - Register to view the travel agent content 

Eden Roc - To request a quote for your personal stay, please fill out the form on this page. Rates fluctuate daily and by seasons, peak, high, shoulder, and low. Rates are quoted in US Dollars and apply per night. Rates are non-commissionable. Maximum occupancy of 3 guests in rooms with king beds (with rollaway at an additional charge and max occupancy of 4) with double beds.

El Cid Resorts (Mexico) - El Cid Resorts Mazatlán offers Special Travel Agent rates at its four properties, including: El Cid Castilla Beach, El Cid El Moro Beach, El Cid Marina Beach. Complimentary upgrades - receive an upgrade to all inclusive elite. $1,200 resort credit coupon book. Two kids 12 and under, stay, play & eat free on the All Inclusive plan.

Elegant Resorts - Contact reservations at 1-888-996-9947 and make sure to tell you are a Travel Agent! Must have valid IATA card, space is subject to availability.  For more information please contact your Canadian representative: Rebecca Seeds, Training Manager, email: rebecca@thekaigroup.ca 

Elite Island Resorts Caribbean, with properties in Antigua, Barbados, The Grenadines and Panama, offers travel agents a wide variety of benefits, including travel advisor rates and site inspiration visits. To take advantage of the perks, please register on their agent portal.

Germain Hotels (Le Germain, Alt, Escad) - Travel agents save 30% at all Canadian locations 

Hard Rock Hotels - Rates starting at $141 per adult / per night, based on Double Occupancy and on a 40% discount off the Best Available Rate. Rates are per person, per night and quoted in US Dollars. Subject to availability, and are not applicable during holidays, spring break, special events or blackout dates. To request a quote for your personal stay, please use the form on this page.

Hedonism II - Agent Rates starting at $100 USD pp/pn - All Inclusive. Email: leejaywilliams@hedonism.com to request rates.

Hilton - Don't miss out on exploring Hilton's vacation discounts for Travel Advisors. Enjoy 50% off the best available rate at any of the newly opened properties and up to 25% off the remainder of Hilton's worldwide portfolio of brands. The exclusive discount rate relates to the hotel’s Best Available Rate which is a specific rate type that varies depending on time of purchase, is unrestricted, non-qualified, and excludes discount or negotiated rates. 

Hotel Stars (France - Dijon, Lion)

IBEROSTAR Hotels & Resorts - 2 rooms allowed per stay, unlimited stays. Travel industry rate available at IHG hotels globally. Minimum of 35% off the Best Flex Rate and many IHG hotels may offer even higher discounts. Receive IHG Rewards Club points for your stay. Cancellations without penalty. House policies will apply if cancellation is not made by the  time and day detailed during the booking process.

InterContinental Hotel Group - Registration required.

Jumeirah Group - Discounted Agent Rates Available! To book contact the reservations department at industryr@jumeirah.com. Rates are subject to availability, blackout dates apply, must present a valid IATA card.

Majestic Resorts - Punta Cana, Dominican Republic - Agent Rates starting at $60 USD pp/pn - All Inclusive. For reservations, please contact reservations.puntacana@majestic-resorts.com. These rates are subject to limited availability and may be withdrawn at any time.

Melia Hotels International - Rates available at ALL of the Melia properties worldwide offering 25% off.

MGM Hotels International

Loews Hotels - Travel industry rates are based on availability and are not offered online. Some Loews properties may require the rates be booked via the GDS using the T or TVL rate category.

NH Hotels - Enjoy the Special Travel Agent Rate and save up to 22% off your personal trips with a minimum 15% off guaranteed

Noble House Hotels & Resorts - Become a Noble Advisor today to receive special amenities for your guests, industry promotions for you, and updates about the Noble House collection. 

Nobu Hotels - Please fill out the form on this page to request the travel agent rate. Rates not applicable over premium dates and fluctuate daily and by seasons, peak, high, shoulder, and low. Rates are quoted in US Dollars and apply per night. Rates are non-commissionable. Only available for Travel Agents or Tour Operator employees. Travel Agent rate applies to FAM trips and site inspection requests (when charging). This same rate applies to Media when applicable. Policy subject to change without prior notice. Nobu Los Cabos: Rates starting at $155, subject to availability at time of booking.

Nordic Choice Hotels - Special travel industry STAFF rates available

Omni Hotels & Resorts - Travel Industry Rates are available at participating hotels throughout the U.S. and Canada. Omni Hotels & Resorts’ travel industry rate can be booked through your GDS or on their website by clicking here (promo code applied). 

Palace Resorts / Le Blanc Spa Resorts - Starting at $109 USD pp/pn All-Inclusive.

Palladium Hotel Group - Travel Agent Rates are available. Inquire at CallCenter.America@PalladiumHotelGroup.com.

Pueblo Bonito Oceanfront Resorts and Spas (Mexico)

Radisson Hotels - As a travel agent, you can enjoy up to 50% off room rates

Sandals and Beaches Resorts - Stand By rates starting at $250 USD per night! To check availability, please call 1-800-327-1991 and speak to the interline department. 

Sandos Hotels & Resorts - Year-round travel agent rates available. Inquire at reservations@sandos.com

The Body Holiday LeSPORT - Agent Rates are available on request for Sunswept Specialist Agents that have sold at least 1 room within the past year. Agents must have valid ID card and can request space 30 days prior to travel.

The Excellence Collection - Submit a request for agent rates or site inspections using this form 

UNICO 20°87° - To request a quote for your personal stay, please fill out the form on this page. Rates fluctuate daily and by seasons, peak, high, shoulder, and low. Rates are quoted in US Dollars and apply per night. Rates are non-commissionable. Maximum occupancy of 3 guests in rooms with king beds (with rollaway at an additional charge and max occupancy of 4) with double beds.

Visit Jamaica - Preferred agent rates for Canadian travel advisors 

Warwick Hotels & Resorts - Continues to offer a special Professional Travel Industry rate (Rate Plan: XTA) subject to availability/non-commissionable at most of our hotels and resorts. 

Westgate Resorts - Travel Agents get up to 65% off the Best Available Rates

WorldHotelsa Collection - Get to know WorldHotels' portfolio and benefit from their special Travel Agent Rates in applicable destinations.

Wyndham - Experience Wyndham properties with 40% off our Best Available Rate when you book a qualified stay at participating hotels.

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