The 10 best Hilton hotels to redeem free night rewards
Hilton Title members can earn valuable Free Nights Rewards certificates — worth up to 150,000 points each — through two co-branded credit cards.
The Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card offers cardholders a free night bonus on every card membership anniversary, and you can earn up to two additional free nights for every $30,000 spent on the card in a calendar year (up to $60,000 ). With Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card, you can earn a free night after spending $15,000 in a calendar year. The Hilton card is also known to offer a free night bonus as part of the welcome bonus.
Here are some ambitious features where you can get the most value from these coveted certifications.
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How to use your Hilton free night rewards certificate
Hilton Free Night Rewards extremely valuable because you can use them in any room that has a standard bonus price. You can maximize your free night certificate at luxury hotels, where standard award nights can cost up to 150,000 points.
However, you can only use the certificate for Hilton standard room rewards. You can’t use them for premium room rewards, which include upgraded rooms and amenities like suites, villas, ocean views, and private pools.
There is no end date for award certificates, but availability of awards at the hottest properties is often tight. Finding standard room award opening dates may take some searching. Selecting “buy by price” can be helpful, allowing you to see the lowest price for the entire month.
With a little patience and persistence, you can find space to use your certificate in some amazing locations around the world.
Grand Wailea, Hawaii
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Cash rates: from $900 per night
Standard room bonus: 110,000 points
The newly remodeled Grand Wailea, located on Maui’s Wailea Beach, is an upscale resort for the entire family. There is a network of activity pools, slides and swings as well as an adults-only pool and swim-up bar. It even hosts full parties for guests.
TPG reviewed Grand Wailea in 2020, but with recent renovations it has probably changed a bit since then.
Waldorf Astoria Park City, Utah
Cash price: from 500 USD/night
Standard room bonus: 110,000 points
This Waldorf Astoria hotel sits in the shadow of Park City Mountain, the largest ski slope in the United States. Skiers and snowboarders can hop up the lift stairs from their hotel room and then curl up by their in-room fireplace after a day on the slopes.
While prices are quite reasonable in the summer, they can skyrocket to over $1,000 per night (or 110,000 points) during ski season – making this a great way to redeem a free night certificate.
Related: The 17 best ski towns in the United States
Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal, Mexico
Cash rates: from $900 per night
Standard room bonus: 120,000 points
Luxury accommodation meets rugged natural beauty at Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal. At this cliffside resort, each room has a private plunge pool and views of the Pacific Ocean.
Therefore, room prices here are not cheap, ranging from about 900 USD to 2,000 USD per night. Or you can stay for free using a reward night certificate. Because it’s classified as a resort, Aspire cardholders can offset additional costs like dining and spa treatments with their annual credit. Hilton Resorts Credit.
Zemi Beach House, Anguilla
Cash price: from 700 USD/night
Standard room bonus: 110,000 points
If you long to sink your teeth into the most beautiful sand in the Caribbean, check out this gem on the tiny island of Anguilla. Zemi Beach Housepart of Hilton’s LXR Hotels & Resorts Collection, located on picturesque Shoal Bay Beach.
Anguilla is a little less accessible than some of the more popular Caribbean islands, but it makes up for it on the itinerary with sparser crowds and a quieter, more relaxing vacation. Rates can go up to $1,400 per night during peak season, making this a great way to maximize your free night certificate.
Related: The best way to book flights to the Caribbean is using points and miles
Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam Hotel
Cash price: from $700 per night
Standard room bonus: 110,000 points
Built in a series of restored palaces on the Herengracht Canal, Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam offers luxurious accommodations and impeccable service in a central location. You’ll be able to easily walk (or bike or boat) to the city’s main attractions. Foodies will appreciate the Michelin-starred restaurant, elegant bar and lounge, and afternoon tea serving creative dishes.
Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi
Cash rates: from $1,700 per night
Standard room bonus: 150,000 points
This Maldives resort is surrounded by its own private reef, making it a top destination for snorkelers and divers. There’s also a long list of other activities, including fitness classes, art classes, water sports, spa treatments, and boat trips. If that wasn’t enough, Ithaafushi now boasts private island.
It’s difficult to find standard room rewards here, but if you do, your certificate will provide maximum value.
Hilton also has two other desirable properties in the Maldives: Hilton Maldives Amingiri Resort and Conrad Maldives Rangali Island. If you’re dreaming of a budget getaway in the Maldives, you have a few options.
Related: Dreaming of the Maldives? These new and updated vacation spots are waiting for you
Seychelles Mango House
Cash rates: from $550 per night
Standard room bonus: 110,000 points
If you want to experience nature both above and below the water, Mango House Seychelles is nestled between lush forests and a bay teeming with life. This luxury hotel, part of the LXR collection, is known for providing a tranquil getaway with plenty of adventure opportunities.
Related: Plan the most exciting safari in Africa with these 12 bush-to-beach destinations
Katara Hills Doha, Qatar
Cash rates: from $900 per night
Standard room bonus: 120,000 points
Another LXR hotel, Katara Hills offers an escape from the bustle of the city. Doha at Katara Cultural Village. It’s known for its excellent service: All rooms are villas (including standard award options) and all have private pools, personal butlers, and concierge services.
A stay here will cost you around $900 to $1,400 a night, or 120,000 Hilton Honors points — making it a great option to use your free night rewards.
Roku Kyoto
Cash price: from 600 USD/night
Standard room bonus: 110,000 points
Nestled at the foot of Takagamine Mountain, only half an hour’s drive from the city center, Roku Kyoto allowing visitors to immerse themselves in nature while still having access to everything Kyoto has to offer. With a heated swimming pool, private garden and spa, this is the perfect place to relax after a long day of sightseeing.
Related: Ideal places to stay during cherry blossom season
Conrad Bora Bora Nui
Cash price: from 1,000 USD per night
Standard room bonus: 120,000 points
This idyllic resort in a private bay offers beach and overwater villas, although you won’t be able to book the ones with a free night certificate. A standard room bonus will get you a lagoon-view king suite, which is still luxurious.
Unfortunately, standard awards space at Conrad Bora Bora Nui is difficult to come by. We recommend starting your search early and keeping dates flexible. That way, when you find a coveted awards night, you can jump on it.
Related: TPG saved the couple’s Bora Bora trip after Citi Travel canceled their overwater bungalow
Bottom line
Hilton free night rewards are a valuable asset, and you can make the most of them by booking ambitious properties that often cost up to 100,000 points per night. Prizes may be scarce but with some effort you can have a great stay at any of these locations.
