Hilton Honors
The industry's most flexible program: earn 1:2 transfer bonuses and enjoy automatic elite status for 'Stay 5, Pay 4' value.
How to Earn Hilton Points
Hilton points are among the easiest to accumulate. Between generous card bonuses and high earning rates on stays, your balance will grow rapidly.
| Method | Description |
|---|---|
| Amex Point Transfers | Membership Rewards is the primary partner. Watch for 1:2 or better transfer bonuses. |
| Co-branded Amex Cards | Hilton Honors, Surpass, and Aspire cards offer massive SUBs and automatic elite status. |
| Hotel Stays | Earn up to 20x points per dollar depending on your elite status level. |
| Lyft & Dining | Earn points on every Lyft ride and through the Hilton Honors dining portal. |
Redeem Like a Pro
Hilton uses dynamic pricing, meaning points needed vary by demand. However, standard rooms have 'caps' that prevent point prices from skyrocketing.
- Standard Room Caps: Use the Points Explorer tool to find the minimum and maximum point costs for any property.
- No Blackout Dates: If a standard room is available for cash, it's available for points. Period.
- Points & Money Slider: Use a combination of points and cash if you're short on a full redemption.
Elite Status is the Secret
The Best Deals (Sweet Spots)
Strategic redemptions where you can get outsized value for your Hilton Honors points:
All elite members (Silver and up) get the 5th night free on standard room award stays. This is an automatic 20% discount.
Properties like Waldorf Astoria Maldives or Conrad Bora Bora can cost $2,000+ per night but have capped point prices.
Find incredible value in Turkey, Egypt, and SE Asia where rooms can be as low as 5,000 - 10,000 points.
Hilton waives resort fees on all-points stays, potentially saving you $50+ per night at major resorts.