The short answer
The registry records Choice Privileges Reward Points Purchase as a possible interpretation of CHOICE HOTELS* PRIVILEGE. This descriptor-to-company association has not passed claim-level evidence review. Compare the exact line, amount and posted status with your own receipt or account activity; the name alone cannot confirm the merchant or whether you authorized the payment.
What do the parts of CHOICE HOTELS* PRIVILEGE mean?
- CHOICE HOTELS * PRIVILEGE
- Before the asterisk, "CHOICE HOTELS" usually names the platform or parent company. After it, "PRIVILEGE" usually names the product, store or order. How descriptors work →
The notes below are unreviewed registry explanations, not confirmation of merchant identity, authorization or current policy. Claim-level source review is pending for this entry.
Why it shows up like this
Unreviewed registry note: A charge listed as CHOICE HOTELS* PRIVILEGE on your bank or credit card statement indicates a transaction tied to Choice Hotels International, Inc. This charge represents a Choice Privileges Reward Points Purchase rather than a direct booking at a hotel. Choice Hotels partners with Points.com (Points International Ltd) as the official third-party merchant of record to process and fulfill online loyalty point transactions.
Unreviewed registry note: Cardholders encounter this charge when buying rewards points to top off an account balance for an upcoming free hotel night. Points purchases commonly cost between $20.00 and several hundred dollars, such as a $103.00 transaction for a block of points during promotional bonus discount events. The charge can also appear if a family member or travel partner used your card on choicehotels.com to purchase points needed to complete an award stay reservation.
Common reasons for this charge
- Unreviewed registry note: You purchased Choice Privileges points online to reach the required balance for a reward night booking.
- Unreviewed registry note: You bought points during a Choice Privileges bonus point promotion (e.g., 40% bonus).
- Unreviewed registry note: A travel companion bought points using your saved card details.
Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly do purchased Choice Privileges points post?
Unreviewed registry note: Points are typically credited immediately to your account balance, though processing may take up to 24 hours.
Dispute Rights & Fraud Prevention
Unreviewed registry note: If you do not recognize a charge for CHOICE HOTELS* PRIVILEGE, check with family members or colleagues first. Household members who share travel planning often purchase points without mentioning the transaction immediately. Confirm whether anyone recently booked a stay at a Choice Hotels brand like Comfort Inn or Quality Inn.
How do I report unauthorized Choice Privileges transactions?
A registry match cannot establish that you authorized a transaction or that it is safe. Compare the original account records. If you did not authorize a payment, contact your issuer promptly through its official channel.
What consumer rights apply to unauthorized charges?
A registry match cannot establish that you authorized a transaction or that it is safe. Compare the original account records. If you did not authorize a payment, contact your issuer promptly through its official channel.
Independent reference — not affiliated with Choice Hotels International, Inc.. Billing names and policies change; verify with the merchant or your bank before acting.
Sources and evidence
Sources may support different parts of this page. A company homepage does not establish a statement descriptor, refund policy or contact detail. Check the claim notes and your own receipt before acting.
- Choice Privileges Rules and Regulations https://www.choicehotels.com
- Points.com Terms of Sale https://www.points.com
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