Ocean-view resort balcony at a Westgate-style timeshare property
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Westgate Resorts

Points allocation with lock-off weeks — and a tough exit reputation.

The Overview

Westgate operates a points-allocation timeshare: owners buy a set number of points to book Westgate properties, with some purchasing 'lock-off' weeks that can be split or traded for annual usage. Points can be exchanged for non-Westgate resorts through affiliated networks like RCI, and annual maintenance fees can sometimes be applied as travel credits. Locations are appealing, but Westgate carries some of the industry's most persistent complaints about aggressive sales and difficult cancellation.

Value62
Transparency58
Inventory80
Support60

What we liked

  • Points booking plus lock-off weeks for flexible usage
  • RCI-style external exchange; maintenance fees usable as travel credits
  • Desirable resort locations and large, family-friendly units

Watch out for

  • Aggressive, lengthy sales presentations
  • Difficult, well-documented exit and cancellation process
  • Steep fees relative to value; weak resale

The Bottom Line

The locations tempt, but the contract and exit terms demand extreme caution — read every line and use your rescission period.

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