As a member of the Ritz Carlton Rewards program, you can EARN Ritz Carlton Rewards points. You can then USE these points for free travel. As a member of the program, you also have the opportunity to gain Ritz Carlton Rewards Elite Status by paying for stays at Ritz Carlton Resorts (or Marriott Resorts) or by using a Chase Ritz-Carlton Rewards Credit Card. Elite status offers additional membership perks and benefits.
Ritz divides its hotels into ascending tiers, in their case five. The tier is based on the location and the services and amenities the hotel offers. The Hotel Tier determines the number of points required for a complimentary night.
Read about how to earn and accumulate Ritz Carlton Rewards points here
Read about how to use Ritz Carlton Rewards points here
Read about Ritz Carlton Rewards Elite Status here
Read about sharing and transferring Ritz Carlton Rewards points here
Read about Ritz Carlton Rewards points expiration information here
Read about what happens to your Ritz Carlton Rewards points upon death
Read About The Relationship Between Marriott Rewards and Ritz Carlton Rewards here