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16.08.2024 - 20:31 / thepointsguy.com
Hilton has just launched its new Power Up promotion for autumn.
The generous promotion allows travelers to earn 2,500 bonus Hilton Honors points for every stay between Sept. 3 and Dec. 31 — that's a chance to earn bonus points for almost four entire months.
What's more, you can also currently earn double points on all Hilton stays by registering on hiltonhonors.com.
Here's a breakdown of the Power Up promotion.
You'll first need to register for the promotion to take advantage of the deal. Once that's done, you can earn 2,500 bonus points per stay with no minimum night requirement. A one-night stay will be eligible for the same number of bonus points as a weeklong stay.
The number of points you're eligible to earn is unlimited, and the promotion is valid at all hotels and resorts within the Hilton portfolio.
Additionally, if you're checking in before Sept. 3, you'll receive bonus points if the stay is completed on or after Sept. 3 and before Dec. 31.
The bonus points do not count toward Hilton elite status qualification.
Related: Hilton Honors: Everything to know about the loyalty program
According to TPG's August 2024 valuations, Hilton points are worth 0.6 cents apiece, so 2,500 bonus points are worth about $15.
While 2,500 bonus points on top of the points you'll already earn for your stay is a good haul, if you pay with a Hilton cobranded credit card, your earnings could skyrocket.
Related: The best Hilton credit cards
Here are some of our favorite cobranded Hilton credit cards to consider when booking.
Finally, if you don't have a cobranded Hilton credit card, you can still maximize your earnings by using a credit card that earns transferable points, such as The Platinum Card® from American Express, which earns 5 Membership Rewards points per dollar spent on prepaid hotels booked with American Express Travel.
The card will also get you $200 back in statement credits each year on prepaid Fine Hotels + Resorts or The Hotel Collection bookings through American Express Travel.
Amex points transfer to Hilton Honors at a 1:2 ratio; the minimum transfer amount is 200 points.
If you're stuck for ways to redeem Hilton points, check out our guide to maximizing redemptions with the Hilton Honors program. Whether you prefer luxury properties like the Conrad Bora Bora Nui or more moderate accommodations at brands like Hampton or Embassy Suites, you can often get much more value per Hilton point with the right redemption.
This is a great promotion for Hilton stays in the second half of the year and could stand to earn you a good haul of Hilton Honors points, particularly if you combine the points bonus with the points earned by spending on a Hilton cobranded credit card.
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