What are the benefits of Hilton American Express?

Earn 7X Hilton Honors Bonus Points for each dollar of eligible purchases charged directly with hotels and resorts within the Hilton portfolio. Earn 5X Points per dollar on purchases at U.S. restaurants, at U.S. supermarkets, and at U.S. gas stations. Earn 3X Points for all other eligible purchases on your Card.



The benefits of the Hilton Honors American Express cards vary by tier, but they generally offer high-value rewards for frequent travelers. The no-annual-fee version provides complimentary Silver Status and earns 7x points on Hilton stays. The mid-tier Surpass Card offers Gold Status (which includes free breakfast/food credits and room upgrades) and a "Free Night Reward" after spending $15,000 in a year. The premium Aspire Card is widely considered one of the best luxury cards, offering instant Diamond Status, an annual Free Night Reward, and hundreds of dollars in "Resort Credits" and "Flight Credits" that can easily offset its high annual fee. In 2026, all Hilton Amex cards also feature no foreign transaction fees, making them ideal for international travel. The ability to earn points on everyday spending like groceries and gas—which can then be used for "5th Night Free" award stays—makes this card family a favorite for those looking to maximize their vacation budget.

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Both The Platinum Card® from American Express and The Business Platinum Card® from American Express include access to AmEx Centurion Lounges as well as the vast AmEx Global Lounge Collection.

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Yup, everything is free at Amex lounges. But be sure to factor in the annual fees of the American Express cards required to enter: $550 for Delta SkyMiles Reserve, $695 for Platinum, and for the by-invitation-only Centurion card, $5,000—plus a $7,500 initiation fee.

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You must enroll your Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card in the Priority Pass Select program to access the benefits. Once enrolled, you will receive your Priority Pass Select card directly from Priority Pass within 10 to 14 business days. There is no membership fee for Hilton Honors Aspire Card Members.

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To qualify, you must complete 30 stays, stay 60 nights or earn 120,000 base points in a calendar year. However, primary cardholders of the Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card (see rates and fees) enjoy complimentary Diamond status as a perk of their card.

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Hilton Honors Points expire after 24 consecutive months of inactivity.

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Hilton Honors doesn't have the most lucrative travel rewards, with an average Hilton points value of 0.5 cents apiece in Personal Finance Insider's most recent points and miles valuations. Nonetheless, the program offers good (and sometimes great) value when redeeming for hotel rooms and access to special events.

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You can use any combination of Base Points and Bonus Points to get free hotel stays and other rewards. You can earn Hilton Honors Base Points when you stay at our hotels and resorts (see questions #5 above).

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