For owners of Marriott Vacation Club deeded weeks, keeping a watchful eye on your annual maintenance costs is an important part of managing your travel budget each year. While these fees ensure the upkeep, staffing, and operational quality of the resorts you know and love, it’s never fun to be surprised with unexpected costs. Understanding the costs of ownership can also be an important step for researching which ownership is the right fit for your next purchase.
As we look toward 2026, many resorts have released their updated fee structures. This guide provides a closer look at the confirmed maintenance fees for the upcoming year, organized by resort and unit size, to help current and prospective owners stay informed.
Understanding Your Maintenance Fees
Maintenance fees are not arbitrary figures; they are carefully calculated budgets determined by the resort’s Condo Owners Association (COA) or Homeowners Association (HOA). These fees generally cover two main categories: operating costs and reserve funds. Operating costs handle the day-to-day running of the resort, such as housekeeping, front desk staff, landscaping, utilities, and insurance. Reserve funds are savings set aside for major future expenditures, such as roof replacements, pool resurfacing, or unit renovations.
Determinants of Cost
The specific amount you pay is primarily determined by two factors: the specific resort you own at and the size of the unit deeded to you.
- Resort Location: Properties in areas with higher costs of operation, higher insurance premiums (such as beachfront hurricane zones), or more extensive amenities (like ski-in/ski-out facilities) often have higher operating expenses.
- Unit Size: A 3-bedroom villa requires more electricity, housekeeping time, and furnishings than a 1-bedroom unit. Consequently, the maintenance fees scale up with the size of the unit you are deeded to.
Annual vs. Biennial Ownership
It is important to distinguish between annual and biennial ownerships when reviewing fee schedules.
- Annual Ownership: You have the right to use your week every year. You pay the full maintenance fee amount annually.
- Biennial (Every Other Year) Ownership: You have usage rights every other year (either odd or even years). For many Marriott biennial ownerships, the maintenance fee obligation is effectively cut in half and billed annually. This means an owner pays approximately 50% of the full annual fee every year to maintain the ownership, spreading the cost out, although payment structures can vary by specific contract.
In the table below, ownerships that are specifically designated as Biennial usage are clearly marked. If a listing does not specify a frequency, the figure represents an Annual ownership.
2026 Maintenance Fee Table
The following data has been compiled from owner reports for the 2026 fiscal year. Please note that these figures represent the total invoiced amount, which typically includes operating fees, reserve contributions, and property taxes (unless noted otherwise).
| Resort Name | Unit Type | Operating Fee | Reserve Fee | Property Tax | 2026 Total | vs. 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aruba Ocean Club | 1 Bed | $1,032.93 | $508.20 | — | $1,716.71* | — |
| Aruba Ocean Club | 2 Bed | $1,349.84 | $659.93 | — | $2,254.96* | — |
| Aruba Surf Club | 2 Bed | $1,222.48 | $775.19 | — | $2,299.59* | -0.04% |
| Aruba Surf Club | 3 Bed | $1,599.01 | $1,010.31 | — | $3,031.01* | +0.72% |
| Barony Beach Club | 2 Bed | $1,230.02 | $554.15 | $107.45 | $1,891.62 | 0% |
| BeachPlace Towers | 2 Bed | $1,475.29 | $614.30 | $153.11 | $2,242.70 | +2.8% |
| Canyon Villas | 2 Bed | $1,330.83 | $774.31 | $23.00 | $2,128.14 | +0.04% |
| Crystal Shores | 2 Bed | $1,853.00 | $644.00 | $48.00 | $2,545.00 | 0% |
| Cypress Harbour | 2 Bed | $1,114.94 | $590.70 | $171.61 | $1,877.75 | +4.0% |
| Desert Springs I | 2 Bed | $1,323.91 | $766.70 | $98.28** | $2,268.99 | +1.94% |
| Fairway Villas | 2 Bed | $1,275.79 | $526.72 | $114.65 | $1,917.16 | 0% |
| Frenchman’s Cove | 2 Bed Week 7 | $2,192.39 | $763.17 | $156.00** | $3,111.56 | +1.9% |
| Grand Chateau | 2 Bed | $1,054.55 | $446.35 | $75.62 | $1,576.52 | Flat |
| Grand Chateau | 2 Bed Biennial | $527.28 | $223.17 | $37.87 | $788.32 | Flat |
| Grand Chateau | 3 Bed | $1,576.12 | $733.40 | $124.45 | $2,433.97 | +0.01% |
| Grande Ocean | 2 Bed | $1,242.55 | $668.42 | $100.03 | $2,011.00 | 0% |
| Grande Vista | 2 Bed | $1,259.79 | $579.44 | $157.03 | $1,998.26* | +2.1% |
| Grande Vista | 2 Bed Biennial | $628.90 | $289.72 | $78.52 | $999.14* | +2.14% |
| Grande Vista | 2 Bed | $1,257.79 | $579.44 | $200.43 | $2,041.66* | +2.19% |
| Grande Vista | 3 Bed Biennial | $829.81 | $382.27 | $134.49 | $1,348.57* | +2.2% |
| Harbour Lake | 2 Bed | $1,342.56 | $567.70 | $147.61 | $2,057.87 | +0.86% |
| Harbour Lake | 2 Bed | $1,342.56 | $567.70 | $190.62 | $2,100.88 | +0.96% |
| Harbour Pointe | 2 Bed | $1,079.01 | $769.69 | $93.76 | $1,942.46 | Flat |
| Kauai Beach Club | 1 Bed Biennial | $731.16 | $263.22 | $113.62 | $1,522.20* | Flat |
| Kauai Beach Club | 1 Bed | $1,462.31 | $526.44 | $227.24 | $3,044.39* | Flat |
| Ko Olina Beach Club | 2 Bed Biennial | $1,160.22 | $446.02 | $124.09 | $1,730.33 | +3.38% |
| Ko Olina Beach Club | 3 Bed | $2,552.94 | $981.41 | $273.05 | $3,807.40 | +3.3% |
| Lakeshore Reserve | 2 Bed Standard | $1,996.62 | $574.16 | $179.08 | $2,749.86 | -0.3% |
| Legends Edge | 2 Bed Biennial | $748.10 | $404.69 | $12.43 | $1,167.22* | — |
| Manor Club at Ford’s Colony | 2 Bed | $1,416.74 | $376.06 | $73.15 | $1,865.95 | 0% |
| Marbella Beach Club | 2 Bed | €1,587.29 | — | — | €1,746.02† | +7.0% |
| Maui Ocean Club | 1 Bed Biennial | $550.92 | $176.08 | $230.62 | $1,542.77* | -12.8% |
| Maui Ocean Club | 2 Bed Biennial | $606.04 | $193.69 | $253.69 | $1,697.09* | -12.8% |
| Maui Ocean Club | 2 Bed | $1,212.07 | $387.38 | $507.37 | $3,394.16* | -12.8% |
| Maui Ocean Club | 2 Bed 2 Bath | $1,357.93 | $4,324.01 | $568.44 | $3,802.68* | -12.8% |
| Maui Ocean Club | 2 Bed 2 Bath | $1,629.48 | $520.80 | $682.10 | $4,563.08* | -12.8% |
| Newport Coast | 2 Bed | $915.09 | $546.25 | Separate | $2,001.61* | +0.81% |
| Oceana Palms | 2 Bed | $1,622.41 | $638.11 | $341.02 | $2,601.54 | +3.1% |
| Ocean Pointe | 2 Bed | $1,492.17 | $618.30 | $215.12 | $2,325.59 | +2.9% |
| Ocean Pointe | 3 Bed | $1,861.32 | $1,310.92 | $241.81 | $3,418.06 | +2.9% |
| OceanWatch | 2 Bed | $1,142.17 | $695.06 | $66.12 | $1,903.35 | Flat |
| Phuket Beach Club | 2 Bed | — | — | — | ฿39,560* | +0.74% |
| Playa Andaluza | 3 Bed | €1,674.01 | — | — | €1,841.41† | +6.1% |
| Shadow Ridge | 2 Bed Biennial | $626.65 | $301.58 | $40.34** | $1,128.91* | +1.26% |
| St. Kitts Beach Club | 2 Bed | $1,845.29 | $735.30 | $14.81 | $2,595.40 | — |
| Summit Watch | 2 Bed | $1,632.17 | $616.88 | $56.49 | $2,305.54 | +0.15% |
| SurfWatch | 3 Bed | $1,525.75 | $654.95 | $111.21 | $2,291.91 | Flat |
| Timber Lodge | 2 Bed | $1,010.41 | $428.45 | — | $1,991.24* | +1.0% |
| Waiohai Beach | 2 Bed Biennial | $673.07 | $188.35 | $136.83 | $1,484.60* | +2.6% |
| Waiohai Beach | 2 Bed | $1,346.13 | $376.69 | $273.65 | $2,969.15* | +1.03% |
| Willow Ridge | 2 Bed | $1,140.29 | $537.55 | — | $1,677.84 | Flat |
Analyzing Fee Components and Variances
Owners reviewing their statements may notice that maintenance fees rarely decrease, though 2026 has shown stability in some regions. Changes in fees are typically driven by specific economic factors.
- Insurance Premiums: Resorts in Florida, the Caribbean, and Hawaii often face fluctuating insurance costs due to weather risks. A year with minimal storm activity can stabilize these rates, while a season of heavy claims can drive them up.
- Labor and Wages: As the hospitality industry faces wage pressure, the cost to employ the staff that maintains the resort increases. This is a primary driver for the “Operating Fee” portion of your bill.
- Renovation Cycles: If a resort is approaching a major refurbishment cycle, such as a 10-year soft goods renovation, the Board may increase the Reserve contribution to ensure the project is fully funded without requiring a special assessment.
Reviewing your specific billing statement is the best way to understand where your money is going. The statement usually provides a line-item breakdown distinguishing between what keeps the lights on today (Operating) and what secures the resort’s quality for tomorrow (Reserves).
Conclusion
purchasing your first Marriott Vacation Club week, transparency in these costs helps ensure you get the most out of your deeded week.
