Hilton Honors

How to earn and redeem a Hilton Free Night Reward

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Looking for a way to stay at luxury Hilton hotels for less? One of the most valuable perks for Hilton Honors members is the ability to earn and redeem Hilton Free Night Rewards. Whether you’re eyeing a stay at the Waldorf Astoria, a tropical resort, or a family-friendly Hilton property, these rewards can unlock luxury without using a single point.

In this guide, I’ll show you exactly how to earn and redeem Hilton Free Night Rewards, including which cards offer them, how the certificates work, what exclusions to watch for, and how to use them for maximum value, whether you’re planning a family getaway or a luxury escape.

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American Express Hilton Honors Aspire credit card review

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The American Express Hilton Honors Aspire Credit Card is a credit card that offers a lot of benefits to frequent travelers who stay at Hilton properties often.

American Express has four flavors of the Hilton Honors credit card:

  • Hilton Honors (No annual fee)
  • Hilton Honors Surpass
  • Hilton Honors Aspire
  • Hilton Honors Business

If you are looking for a hotel rewards card, the American Express Hilton Honors Hilton Aspire card is one of the best available. With it, you can earn 14x points on Hilton purchases, 7x points on flights booked directly with airlines or through American Express Travel, 7x points for dining out and car rentals booked directly from select car rental companies, and 3x points on other eligible purchases. You’ll also get the highest Diamond status with Hilton, which comes with perks such as free breakfast (or a breakfast credit), late checkout, and complimentary room upgrades.

There’s a $550 annual fee, which is offset by a $400 annual ($200 semi-annually) Hilton resort statement credit and a $200 yearly airline fee credit. Moreover, you get a Free Night Reward annually that can be redeemed at one of the numerous Hilton hotels and resorts.

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