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Hilton Honors Points Guide
No blackout dates across 7,000+ hotels
Hilton Honors is known for its flexibility with no blackout dates and generous elite status benefits. Redeem points at 18 distinct brands from ultra-luxury Waldorf Astoria to budget-friendly Hampton Inn.
Award Chart
Points required for free nights
| Category | Off-Peak | Standard | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Rooms | 5,000-70,000 | 6,000-95,000 | 7,000-120,000 |
Hilton uses dynamic pricing. Points required vary by property and date. Use Points & Money for partial redemptions.
Elite Status Tiers
Benefits at each level
Member
0 nightsEarn 10 points per $1, free WiFi, digital key
Silver
10 nights20% bonus points, fifth night free on rewards
Gold
40 nights80% bonus points, room upgrade, free breakfast (US)
Diamond
60 nights100% bonus points, executive lounge access, 48-hr room guarantee
Hotel Brands
Properties where you can earn and redeem
Waldorf Astoria
Luxury
Conrad Hotels
Luxury
LXR Hotels & Resorts
Luxury
Signia by Hilton
Luxury
Hilton Hotels & Resorts
Full Service
Curio Collection
Full Service
DoubleTree
Full Service
Tapestry Collection
Full Service
Embassy Suites
All-Suites
Hilton Garden Inn
Focus Service
Hampton by Hilton
Focus Service
Tru by Hilton
Focus Service
Spark by Hilton
Focus Service
Homewood Suites
Extended Stay
Home2 Suites
Extended Stay
Sweet Spots
- Fifth night free makes 5-night stays 20% cheaper in points
- Points & Money lets you use cash + points for award stays
- Some properties offer excellent value at 5,000-20,000 points per night
- Hilton Aspire card offers free Diamond status and weekend night certificates
Transfer Partners
Amtrak
10,000:2,00010,000 Honors = 2,000 Amtrak points
Lyft
10,000:2510,000 Honors = $25 Lyft credit
About Hilton Honors Points
Earn points on stays, credit card spending, and partners. Redeem for free nights with no blackout dates, or use Points & Money for partial redemptions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hilton Honors
Hilton Honors points are generally worth around 0.4-0.6 cents per point. While this seems low compared to other programs, Hilton points are easier to earn (10-12x on stays, up to 14x with credit cards), and great redemptions can yield 1+ cent per point.
No! Hilton Honors has no blackout dates for award stays. If a standard room is available for booking with cash, it's available for points. This is one of Hilton's biggest advantages over competitors.
Diamond status provides 100% bonus points on stays, complimentary breakfast, executive lounge access, space-available room upgrades, and 48-hour room guarantee. It requires 60 nights or can be obtained through the Hilton Aspire credit card.
Points & Money lets you combine points and cash for award stays when you don't have enough points for a full redemption. The value varies, but it's a flexible option when your points balance is low.
The fastest ways to earn Hilton points are through co-branded credit cards (up to 14x at Hilton), stay bonuses and promotions, dining rewards programs, and shopping portals. Credit card welcome bonuses can provide 100,000-175,000+ points.
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