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Hilton Honors Guide

Hilton's loyalty program featuring no blackout dates, fifth night free on award stays, and a new Diamond Reserve tier in 2026.

Last updated March 2026

Program

Hilton

Alliance

None

Currency

points

Avg Value

0.5¢ per point

How to Earn

10 base points per $1 at most brands, 5 pts/$1 at select brands. Elite bonuses: Silver +20%, Gold +80%, Diamond +100%, Diamond Reserve +120%

Travelers who prefer no-blackout-date redemptions and value fifth-night-free perks.

Elite Status Tiers

Silver

10 nights, 4 stays, or $2,500 spend

Gold

25 nights, 15 stays, or $6,000 spend

Diamond

50 nights, 25 stays, or $11,500 spend

Diamond Reserve

80 nights or 40 stays, AND $18,000 spend

Redemption Values

Economy

0.40.5¢

Business

0.60.7¢

First

0.60.7¢

Points are earned quickly but worth less per point; 5th night free is key benefit

Expiration Policy

Points expire after 24 months of inactivity. Account deactivation possible after 5 years of inactivity

Transfer Partners

Amex Membership Rewards (incoming at 1:2 ratio)
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I earn points with Hilton Honors?

Hilton Honors offers 10 base points per $1 at most brands, 5 pts/$1 at select brands. Elite bonuses: Silver +20%, Gold +80%, Diamond +100%, Diamond Reserve +120%. You can also earn through co-branded credit cards, shopping portals, dining programs, and partner purchases. Transfer partners include: Amex Membership Rewards (incoming at 1:2 ratio).

Do Hilton Honors points expire?

Points expire after 24 months of inactivity. Account deactivation possible after 5 years of inactivity

What are the Hilton Honors elite tiers?

Hilton Honors has 4 elite tiers: Silver (10 nights, 4 stays, or $2,500 spend), Gold (25 nights, 15 stays, or $6,000 spend), Diamond (50 nights, 25 stays, or $11,500 spend), Diamond Reserve (80 nights or 40 stays, AND $18,000 spend).

Is Hilton Honors worth it in 2026?

Hilton Honors is best for travelers who prefer no-blackout-date redemptions and value fifth-night-free perks. Hilton's loyalty program featuring no blackout dates, fifth night free on award stays, and a new Diamond Reserve tier in 2026.

What credit cards earn Hilton Honors points?

Hilton Honors has co-branded credit cards plus transfer partner access from programs like Amex Membership Rewards (incoming at 1:2 ratio). Check the credit card strategy section above for the optimal card combination.

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