Marriott Accepts ETH and SOL—Crypto Payments Hit U.S. Hotels
🛎️ Marriott Hotels has begun accepting Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL) for bookings at select U.S. locations, partnering with Travala.com and BitPay to enable seamless crypto transactions. Guests can now pay for rooms, spa services, and dining using supported wallets, with instant settlement and no FX fees.
📈 The rollout follows Marriott’s pilot program in Miami and Austin, where crypto payments accounted for 9.4% of total bookings in June.
Travala’s integration supports ETH, SOL, USDC, and 90+ other tokens, while BitPay handles conversion and compliance.
💬 “We’re meeting our guests where they are—digitally and financially,” said Marriott VP of Innovation.
The move aligns with growing crypto adoption in travel, as Hilton, Pavilions, and The Kessler Collection also expand blockchain-based payment options.
📊 Key metrics:
- Supported assets: ETH, SOL, USDC
- Booking platforms: Travala.com, BitPay
- Pilot cities: Miami, Austin
- Crypto share of bookings: 9.4% (June 2025)
- Wallet support: 100+ wallets including Phantom and MetaMask
Why it matters:
✅ Crypto is entering mainstream hospitality
✅ ETH and SOL gain real-world utility beyond DeFi and NFTs
✅ Hotels benefit from lower fees and faster settlement
🧠 Will crypto payments become standard in travel—or remain a niche perk for tech-savvy guests?
👇 Are you booking with ETH or SOL—or building travel apps with crypto checkout flows?
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