Complimentary upgrades and breakfasts at Hilton hotels are not just reserved for Gold and Diamond status holders in the group’s loyalty program, Hilton Honors. The Hilton Impresario program, open to select travel agencies, enables agents to offer their customers privileges such as $100 hotel credits, complimentary breakfast, upgrades and much more. We’ll show you how to take advantage of the program.
Hilton is not the only hotel chain to offer a dedicated travel agency program. Several chains have their own exclusive programs, including Accor Step, Belmond Bellini Club, Four Seasons Preferred Partner, Hyatt Privé, Mandarin Oriental Fan Club, Marriott Stars & Luminous, Rosewood Elite and Shangri-La Luxury Circle.
Only Hilton’s three most luxurious brands participate in Hilton Impresario:
Waldorf Astoria is the jewel in the crown of the Hilton group. With more than thirty hotels worldwide and another twenty under development, it attracts a wealthy clientele seeking five-star experiences. Among its most noteworthy locations are :
LXR Hotels & Resorts brings together a hand-picked collection of boutique hotels, offering tailor-made services and activities in some of the world’s most beautiful destinations, including Hawaii, Santa Monica and the Seychelles.
There are currently a dozen establishments under the LXR Hotels & Resorts umbrella:
Conrad Hotels, named after the founder of the Hilton empire, Conrad Hilton, is a global symbol of luxury. Present on five continents, this prestigious brand boasts 48 establishments, including some of the world’s best-known resorts. Attracting an affluent and discerning clientele, Conrad seduces with its contemporary design, carefully curated works of art, and prime locations from Bora Bora to Hong Kong.
Our favourite locations include :
Hilton Impresario allows travellers booking a Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, LXR Hotels & Resorts and Conrad Hotels & Resorts hotel through an eligible travel agency to obtain the following benefits:
The hotel credit is an important advantage, especially as it can be used in hotel spas and restaurants.
On occasion, the program also offers a third, fourth or fifth night free of charge at certain participating hotels. Contact your travel agency to inquire about current offers.
Individuals cannot book a stay directly through the Hilton Impresario program. A travel agency must carry out the booking.
Fortunately for us, there are many accredited agencies worldwide, including in the USA, Canada and France. Some agencies offer online services, while others require in-person visits.
Hilton Impresario rates are not always the most competitive, as they correspond to the standard prices offered by Hilton, excluding promotions and negotiated rates.
While similar to online rates, bookings made through Hilton Impresario offer significant benefits, such as hotel credit and free breakfast. These bookings are generally flexible, with no-cost cancellations up to 24 hours in advance.
Even though the Hilton Impressario program allows you to earn twice as many Hilton Honors points when making a reservation, points cannot be used to book a reservation with the Hilton Honors program.
Hilton Impresario is not the only program offering benefits and preferential rates when staying at Hilton hotels. American Express and Virtuoso, a global network of travel agencies, are also able to offer significant benefits.
To take advantage of the preferential rates offered by Virtuoso, you also need to go through a travel agency. To take advantage of the preferential rates offered by American Express, you need to be a Platinum cardholder.
In Canada, holders of the Platinum CardMD from American Express or the Business Platinum CardMD from American Express earn Hilton Honors Gold status free of charge, while in France,American Express Platinum American Express and Business Platinum American Express cards provide access to this status.
Gold status offers various benefits to make your stay more enjoyable, such as :
If you have Hilton Honors Gold status, it’s worth taking a look at the various offers Hilton has before you book a hotel stay. An informed approach could reveal more opportune offers than those proposed by Hilton Impresario, while guaranteeing access to the same privileges.
Hilton Impresario is the gateway to a world of privileges at Waldorf Astoria, LXR and Conrad hotels, three jewels in the Hilton hotel empire. With benefits such as free breakfast, hotel credits and upgrades, this customized program redefines the luxury travel experience.
The Hilton Group has more than twenty different brands: Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, LXR Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Signia by Hilton, Canopy by Hilton, Tempo by Hilton, Motto by Hilton, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, DoubleTree by Hilton, Curio Collection by Hilton, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, Embassy Suites by Hilton, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton, LivSmart Studios by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton by Hilton, Try by Hilton, Spark by Hilton and Hilton Grand Vacations.
Conrad Hilton founded the company in 1919, and his grandson Christopher J. Nassetta is its current owner.
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