The short answer
This charge is associated with Best Western Hotels & Resorts. It typically appears when booking an advance purchase rate on the official website or when buying Best Western Rewards points.
Advance Purchase vs. Front Desk Charges
When you pay at the front desk of a Best Western, the charge usually reflects the specific franchise property name (like 'BW Premier Downtown'). However, if you book a prepaid, non-refundable 'Advance Purchase' rate via the Best Western website, the transaction is processed centrally by Best Western International.
This descriptor also appears if you log into your loyalty account and purchase Best Western Rewards points to top off your balance for a free night redemption.
- Verify your booking confirmation for 'Advance Purchase' terms.
- Check your Best Western Rewards account for recent points purchases.
- Remember that incidentals billed during your stay will appear as a separate charge from the local property.
Independent reference — not affiliated with BWH Hotels. Billing names and policies change; verify with the merchant or your bank before acting.
Verified sources
Every claim on this page is checked against official sources — open them to confirm before you call your bank.
- Best Western Support https://www.bestwestern.com
- MMS BW Rewards Guide https://millionmilesecrets.com
Reviewed Aug 31, 2026 · high · About UnknownCharges