Best Hotel Loyalty Programs

Hilton Honors

Best for Ease of Status & Generous Earning

Program Overview

Hilton Honors is one of the most popular and accessible hotel loyalty programs in the world, with over 120 million members and 8,600+ properties across 22 brands — including Waldorf Astoria, Conrad Hotels, DoubleTree, and Hampton Inn. While Hilton points are worth slightly less per point than Hyatt or Marriott (~0.5¢ each), the program compensates with extremely high earning rates, constant promotional bonuses, and the easiest path to top-tier Diamond status. Gold and Diamond members receive complimentary breakfast or food & beverage credits at virtually all brands — one of the most consistent elite perks in the industry.

How to Join

Join for free at hilton.com/honors or via the Hilton Honors app. Membership is immediate. Travelers can also earn complimentary Gold status instantly via the Hilton Honors American Express Surpass Card, or Diamond status via the premium Hilton Honors Aspire Card from American Express.

Loyalty Tiers

Tier

Requirement

Key Benefits

Member

Base (no nights)

10 pts/$ on stays, digital key, room selection app

Silver

4 stays or 10 nights

+20% bonus pts, 5th night free on reward stays, two free water bottles

Gold

20 stays or 40 nights

+80% bonus pts, complimentary breakfast or food credit, space-available upgrades

Diamond

30 stays or 60 nights (or 120,000 pts)

+100% bonus pts, executive lounge access, guaranteed room, 48hr room guarantee, elite status gifting

Ways to Earn Points

  • Hotel stays: 10 base points per dollar; Gold earns 18 pts/$, Diamond earns 20 pts/$
  • Hilton Honors Aspire Card: 14 points per dollar at Hilton properties; automatic Diamond status
  • Hilton Surpass Card: 12 points per dollar at Hilton; automatic Gold status
  • Flexible redemptions: Redeem for Amazon purchases, Lyft rides, airline miles, or experiences
  • Shopping & dining partners: Earn via Hilton partner restaurants, online shopping portal, and car rentals
  • 5th Night Free: Silver+ members pay 0 points for the 5th night on reward bookings of 5+ nights

Standout Benefits

  • Complimentary breakfast or F&B credit for Gold and Diamond members at nearly all brands
  • Diamond status achievable through credit card spend alone (Aspire Card)
  • 5th night free on reward stays — significant value for longer trips
  • Elite status gifting allows Diamond members to share status with family/friends
  • 8,600+ properties globally, rivaling Marriott for worldwide reach