Marriott Abound Complete Guide 2026: How the Points Program Works
Marriott Abound is the points-based program that overlays the legacy Marriott Vacation Club deeded-week network. It launched in 2010 and has grown to be the dominant Marriott Vacation Club product in 2026. This guide explains how Abound works, how points convert, and what resale buyers should know.
The basics
- Points-based ownership: instead of a fixed week, you own X points per year
- Network access: 90+ Marriott Vacation Club resorts
- Flexible booking: any resort, any week (subject to availability and points cost)
- Mixed structures: pure Abound contracts OR legacy deeded weeks enrolled in Abound
Points-to-stay conversion
| Stay type | Typical points cost |
|---|---|
| 2BR red-week at premium resort (Maui) | 5,500–7,500 pts |
| 2BR red-week at mid-tier resort | 3,500–5,000 pts |
| 1BR off-season | 1,500–2,500 pts |
| 3BR Presidential at premium | 9,500–12,500 pts |
Annual fee structure
Per-point fee in 2026: $0.65–$0.85 depending on resort and contract
| Points contract size | Annual fee |
|---|---|
| 3,000 points | $2,000–$2,500 |
| 5,000 points | $3,200–$4,200 |
| 7,500 points | $4,800–$6,300 |
| 10,000 points | $6,500–$8,500 |
Resale buyer access
Resale-purchased Abound points have certain restrictions:
- Standard booking: full access to all Marriott Vacation Club resorts
- External exchange (II): full access
- Marriott Bonvoy points conversion: restricted; only original developer-purchase points convert at full ratio
- Vacation Adventures and concierge perks: limited for resale buyers
Banking and borrowing
- Bank up to 100% of annual points: roll forward 1 year
- Borrow up to 50% of next year’s points: enables larger trips
- Use-by date: banked points expire after 1 year
How Abound differs from legacy MVC weeks
| Aspect | Legacy deeded week | Abound points |
|---|---|---|
| Booking flexibility | Fixed week or float at home resort | Any week any resort (subject to points) |
| Length flexibility | 7 nights typical | 3-14 nights |
| Resale value retention | 25–40% of original | 20–35% of original |
| Resale buyer access | Full access typically | Some restrictions |