What Are My Vistana (Sheraton / Westin) Points Worth in 2026?
Vistana (Sheraton / Westin) staroptions rent for 2.5¢ to 5.5¢ each on the secondary market in 2026. A 100,000-point allocation is worth roughly $2,500–$5,500 in rental income depending on resort mix and season. Use the calculator below to get your exact range.
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About Vistana (Sheraton / Westin)
Vistana Signature Network — formerly Starwood Vacation Ownership (SVO) — operates Sheraton and Westin-branded timeshare resorts. The company was spun off from Starwood Hotels in 2016 and acquired by Marriott Vacations Worldwide (MVW) in 2018 as part of the broader Starwood/Marriott consolidation. Vistana owners use StarOptions, a points-equivalent currency that allows booking across the Sheraton and Westin timeshare portfolio. Starwood Preferred Guest (now part of Marriott Bonvoy) cross-redemption is available but at unfavorable rates. The portfolio spans Hawaii, Florida, the Caribbean, and Mexico — premium-tier resorts with strong rental demand.
How Vistana (Sheraton / Westin) Points Work
StarOptions are deployed against a published chart by resort, season, and unit size. Vistana owners book at home resort 12 months out, network-wide 8 months out. Like Marriott Vacation Club (now its parent), Vistana allows banking and borrowing across use years but with fees. StarOptions can be converted to Marriott Bonvoy points (at poor rates, similar to MVC conversion) or used for legacy Starwood Preferred Guest redemptions. Many Vistana owners are exploring conversion to Marriott Destination Points as MVW integrates the brands; conversion economics vary by contract.
Typical Allocations
| Tier | StarOptions | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Entry-level | 30,000–50,000 StarOptions | One peak-week stay at a Westin/Sheraton resort |
| Standard | 70,000–100,000 StarOptions | Most common allocation; peak Hawaii or Caribbean week |
| Premier | 120,000–150,000 StarOptions | Multi-week travel or top-tier Westin properties |
| Elite | 180,000+ StarOptions | Rarely seen on resale |
Renting vs. Selling Your Vistana Points
Vistana StarOptions trade at $0.025–$0.055 on the secondary rental market. A typical 80,000-StarOption allocation rents for $2,000–$4,400 per year. Hawaii (Westin Ka'anapali, Westin Princeville) and Caribbean (Westin St. John, Sheraton Vistana) properties command the highest per-StarOption value. Self-rent on Airbnb/Vrbo captures more value; buyer services like Timeshare Rental Pros pay $0.015–$0.035 per StarOption upfront.
Marriott Vacations Worldwide does not run a public buyback program for Vistana; owners typically exit via resale. ("Abound by Marriott Vacations," launched in 2022, is MVW's points-based membership program that qualifying Vistana owners can enroll in — it is not an exit program.) Resale via licensed brokers recovers 30–50% of original purchase price for standard Vistana contracts, better for premium Hawaii/Caribbean properties. Right of First Refusal applies. Conversion to Marriott Vacation Club Destination Points (where eligible) is another exit route for Vistana owners who want flexibility under the Marriott umbrella.
Expiration & Banking Rules
StarOptions expire at the end of your use year unless banked forward (fee applies). Vistana allows borrowing from next year up to 6 months ahead. Conversion to Marriott Bonvoy points or legacy SPG nights provides an exit valve for expiring StarOptions, but the conversion rate is unfavorable — typically only worth doing as a last resort.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much are Vistana StarOptions worth?
Vistana StarOptions are worth $0.025–$0.055 on the secondary rental market. A typical 80,000-StarOption allocation rents for $2,000–$4,400 per year. Westin Ka'anapali, Westin Princeville, and Caribbean Westin/Sheraton properties command the highest per-StarOption value.
What is Vistana's relationship to Marriott?
Vistana Signature Network was acquired by Marriott Vacations Worldwide (MVW) in 2018 as part of the broader Starwood/Marriott consolidation. Vistana now operates under MVW alongside Marriott Vacation Club. Integration is ongoing and many Vistana owners are exploring conversion options to Marriott Destination Points.
Can I convert StarOptions to Marriott Bonvoy points?
Yes, but at an unfavorable rate — similar to Marriott Vacation Club conversion. The conversion is mainly useful as a last-resort exit for expiring StarOptions, not as a primary strategy. Free nights at top-tier Marriott properties require hundreds of thousands of Bonvoy points, so converting modest StarOption allocations isn't materially useful.
What's the difference between Vistana and Marriott Vacation Club?
Vistana operates Sheraton and Westin-branded timeshare resorts under the StarOptions currency. Marriott Vacation Club operates Marriott-branded timeshare resorts under Vacation Club Points. Both are owned by Marriott Vacations Worldwide as of 2018 and integration is ongoing, but the underlying systems and resort portfolios remain distinct.
Can I sell my Vistana timeshare?
Yes. Resale via licensed brokers typically recovers 30–50% of original purchase price for standard contracts and higher for premium Hawaii/Caribbean properties. Right of First Refusal applies.
How do I rent out my Vistana StarOptions?
Book peak weeks at Westin Ka'anapali, Westin Princeville, or Caribbean Westin/Sheraton properties and list on Airbnb or Vrbo — these are Vistana's highest-value markets. Services like Timeshare Rental Pros pay cash upfront for unused annual StarOptions if you prefer guaranteed payment with no booking management.
Compare Vistana to the other 7 programs
Per-point rental rates for every major timeshare program, so you can see where Vistana sits on the value spectrum.
Club Wyndham
Club Wyndham Points
$0.005–$0.012
per point
Marriott Vacation Club
Vacation Club Points
$0.350–$0.900
per point
Hilton Grand Vacations
HGV Points
$0.010–$0.025
per point
Diamond Resorts
Diamond Points
$0.080–$0.180
per point
Bluegreen Vacations
Bluegreen Points
$0.008–$0.016
per point
Westgate Resorts
Westgate Points
$0.004–$0.010
per point
WorldMark by Wyndham
WorldMark Credits
$0.070–$0.140
per point
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