The MeliáRewards loyalty program covers hotels and resorts from Meliá Hotels International, the Spanish hotel company with more than 350 properties on four continents. Its brands include Gran Meliá Hotels & Resorts, ME by Meliá, Meliá Hotels & Resorts and Paradisus by Meliá, among others.

While most of its properties are located outside of the United States, the company does offer some domestic options, as well as many options at tropical destinations in North America.

If you’re planning to stay at one, it makes sense to join its free loyalty program. Here’s what to expect from MeliáRewards and how you can benefit during a future stay.

How does the program work?

INNSIDE by Meliá New York Nomad. Photo courtesy of Meliá Hotels International

Members can earn 10 points per dollar on stays at Meliá family hotels, and they can redeem them for future stays and other things. Members are treated to a birthday surprise each year (typically a discount voucher for a future stay or room upgrade if they provide their email when joining), plus the ability to check in online before they arrive at the hotel.