Marriott Bonvoy continues to provide great redemption opportunities in Australia and the Pacific.

This five-star hotel doesn’t live up to the hype but is a good choice to offset high accommodation costs if you have Marriott Rewards points.

This is a highly aspirational property, costing a lot of money or points, and then more cash once you are on the island. However, if you are able to afford it, it is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

Whilst in an extended transit in Abu Dhabi, I needed a hotel room for 18 hours. Given the benefits available by booking through American Express Fine Hotels & Resorts, plus my status, I figured it was worth giving the St. Regis a go.

The Point Hacks team enjoyed well-appointed rooms, excellent customer service and an unmissable breakfast buffet during our meetup in The Lion City.