Hilton Honors
More ways to earn. More ways to stay.
At a Glance
Hilton Honors is one of the world's largest hotel loyalty programs, with over 9,000 properties across 25 brands in 138 countries. The program offers a straightforward earning structure of 10 points per dollar at most brands, with elite members earning up to 120% bonus points on top of base earnings. Members earn points on eligible stays and can redeem for free night awards starting at 5,000 points, with dynamic pricing based on room rates. The fifth night free benefit on standard award stays of 5+ nights offers exceptional value, effectively a 20% discount on longer redemptions. The program features five elite tiers (Member, Silver, Gold, Diamond, and Diamond Reserve) with benefits including room upgrades, executive lounge access, free breakfast (Gold and above), and milestone bonuses. Elite status can be earned through paid nights, stays, or qualifying spend, with credit card holders receiving automatic Gold or Diamond status.
Sweet Spots — Best Redemptions
| Route / Property | Points | Book With | Cabin/Type | Value / Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi | 150,000 | — | — | — |
| Conrad Maldives Rangali Island | 120,000 | — | — | — |
| Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal | 120,000 | — | — | — |
| Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort | 110,000 | — | — | — |
| Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills | 120,000 | — | — | — |
| Conrad Algarve | 59,000 | — | — | — |
| Roku Kyoto, LXR | 70,000 | — | — | — |
| Waldorf Astoria Seychelles Platte Island | 100,000 | — | — | — |
| Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Paraiso, Mexico | 20,000 | — | — | — |
| Hilton Honors Experiences (Luxury Spa/Dining) | 10,000 | — | — | — |
| Canopy by Hilton (Select European Properties) | 50,000 | — | — | — |
Transfer Partners
Earn via 2 bank points programs
| Source Program | Ratio | Transfer Time | Source Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1:2 | 1-2 days | 1.5 cpp | |
| 1:1 | 1-2 days | 2 cpp |
Cards That Earn Hilton Honors (5)
Hilton Honors
American Express
Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card
American Express
Hilton Honors American Express Card
American Express
Hilton Honors American Express Surpass Card
American Express
The Hilton Honors American Express Business Card
American Express
Hilton Honors Dining · by Hilton (Rewards Network)
Earn up to 8x Hilton Honors Bonus Points when you dine out
Join Hilton Honors Dining, link a credit card and pay as usual at participating restaurants. New members earn 2x, up to 8x at the VIP tier, on top of what the card earns.
Program Ratings
FAQs
How much are Hilton Honors points worth?
Hilton Honors points are valued at approximately 0.4-0.7 cents each, depending on redemption. Standard rooms average 0.5 cpp, while luxury properties and experiences can exceed 2 cpp. Dynamic pricing means value varies significantly by property and date.
Do Hilton Honors points expire?
Yes, Hilton Honors points expire after 24 months of account inactivity. Any qualifying activity (stays, points earning, or card usage) resets the 24-month clock. Holding an active Hilton Honors credit card keeps your account active.
Does the fifth night free apply to all stays?
The fifth night free benefit applies only to Silver elite members and above on standard room reward stays of 5+ consecutive nights booked entirely with points. Premium room awards, paid stays, and paid+points bookings do not qualify.
Can I earn elite status from a credit card?
Yes. The Hilton Honors Surpass and Business cards grant automatic Gold status (25 elite nights, 80% bonus points). The Hilton Honors Aspire card grants automatic Diamond status (50 elite nights, 100% bonus points). These cards also provide elite night credits toward higher tiers.
Can I transfer Hilton Honors points?
Hilton Honors points can be transferred to other member accounts through pooling (max 11 members) or to most American Express Membership Rewards cards at a 2:1 ratio (2 Hilton points = 1 Membership Rewards point). New members must wait 30 days before using pooling.
What are Hilton Honors brands?
Hilton operates 24 brands including luxury (Waldorf Astoria, Conrad, LXR), upper-midscale (Canopy, Signia, DoubleTree), midscale (Hilton, Curio), and economy (Hampton, Tru, Spark). All brands participate in Hilton Honors earning and elite benefits.
How does dynamic pricing work?
Hilton uses dynamic award pricing where nightly point costs adjust based on market demand and cash rates. Standard room awards currently cap at 150,000 points/night. Premium room awards on unavailable dates can exceed 1 million points and should generally be avoided.
Is booking direct required for points earning?
Yes. Booking through third-party travel agencies (Expedia, Booking.com, etc.) does not earn Hilton Honors points or elite night credits. You must book through Hilton.com, the Hilton Honors app, or call the direct reservations line.