Let Marriott Cover Your NCAA Experience

Let Marriott cover your NCAA experience this March Madness season. This unique partnership with Marriott Bonvoy and the NCAA has provided one-of-a-kind moments for every kind of fan across 30 hotel brands. No matter what team you’re rooting for this championship season, Marriott will help make this a stress-free and fun experience.

We were invited to attend an intimate luncheon to celebrate the launch of Marriott Bonvoy’s partnership with the NCAA. We were given inside-access to an exclusive experience that they offer their members through their loyalty program. Through the program, Marriott Bonvoy members can score elevated sports, food, music and entertainment experiences.

Grant Hill via Marriott

Marriott Bonvoy members can bid on one-of-a-kind packages through the Marriott Bonvoy’s Moments platform that allow them to experience the tournament in an unforgettable way. This includes special hotel packages, VIP access and pre-game experiences during the Men’s and Women’s Regional Rounds, Final Four and National Championship Weekend Experiences, and every game in between.

Whether traveling to the Women’s Sweet 16® and Elite Eight® games, or the Men’s Sweet 16® and Elite Eight® games, Marriott Bonvoy offers a brand for every kind of fan, with a multitude of destinations and hotels to choose from for a game-day getaway.

• • Head down South to Greensboro, North Carolina, home to the Sheraton Greensboro at Four Seasons, offering an indoor and outdoor pool scene, 70 suites to choose from and a 24-hour fitness center.

• • Spokane, Washington, known as the Gateway to the American West and a hotspot for history buffs, with more than half the buildings in downtown listed on the Historic Register. The city’s 100-acre Riverfront Park offers numerous fountains, sculptures and walking trails. Within walking distance of the park, The Historic Davenport, Autograph Collection is perfect for self-care at the onsite Davenport Spa & Salon.

• • Spectators can beat summer fog with a visit to San Francisco, California for optimal views of both basketball and gray whale watching season. The Extreme WOW Suite at W San Francisco attracts guests with one-of-a-kind artworks and panoramic skyline views from the 31st floor.

• • Wichita, Kansas, draws families of all ages to intriguing attractions such as the Cowtown Museum and Exploration Place – Wichita’s Science Center. Nestled in the historic entertainment district within walking distance to tournament games at INTRUST Bank Arena, Courtyard Wichita at Old Town keeps guests close to court-side.

• • Chicago, Illinois maintains a chill, sports fans can warm up from the frigid temps at The Art Institute of Chicago. Sheraton Grand Chicago is an urban sanctuary with a coveted River North location near Michigan Avenue, Millennium Park, Navy Pier and the Magnificent Mile.

• • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is an ideal destination for those travelers looking to experience the region’s destination-defining museums and attractions when outside of the Wells Fargo Center. The chic new W Philadelphia, which opened last August, is the perfect luxury downtown home base.

We had the opportunity to interview former professional basketball player and Hall of Famer, Grant Hill, who appears in Marriott’s new ad campaign alongside fan-favorite Mascots. Grant’s go-to hotel brand when he’s traveling the country is the Westin, and his favorite amenity is being able to order great room service to unwind after a long day.  Attendees of the lunch received a personalized Marriott Bonvoy basketball that was painted by a local street artist.  

Jeanne Schneider and Grant Hill via Marriott Bonvoy