Like all other hotel loyalty programs, Hilton Honors distinguishes its program members by status:
Regardless of their status, a Hilton Honors member enjoys several benefits:
Furthermore, the more you stay at Hilton hotels during a calendar year, the higher the status and the greater the benefits.
Let’s take a detailed look at each Hilton Honors status level.
Silver status is the first elite tier, requiring at least 10 nights, 4 stays, or 25,000 base points within a calendar year. Here are the benefits of Silver status, in addition to all the benefits mentioned above:
To qualify for Gold status, you need to stay at least 40 nights, complete 20 stays, or earn 75,000 base points within a calendar year. Gold members have all the above benefits, plus these:
In Canada, it is also possible to directly obtain this status through the American Express Platinum Card®.
In addition to these benefits, Hilton Honors Gold members can choose a gift through the MyWay benefits at check-in to make their stay even more enjoyable:
The complimentary continental breakfast is replaced by a credit ranging from USD 15 to USD 25 at Hilton hotels in the United States.
To reach Diamond status, you must stay at least 60 nights, complete 30 stays, or earn 120,000 base points within a calendar year.
Diamond members have all the above benefits, plus these:
Additionally, Hilton Honors Diamond members also receive gifts through the MyWay benefits at check-in to make their stay even more enjoyable:
In Canada, there are two very easy ways to obtain Hilton Honors Gold status, and that is through the American Express Platinum Card® and the Business Platinum Card® from American Express.
They are the only credit cards in Canada that allow you to obtain Hilton Honors Gold status. This is part of its various benefits that can be requested after receiving the card. To obtain it, see our article on how to activate the benefits of the American Express Platinum Card.
It’s challenging to earn Hilton Honors points in Canada, as the transfer rate from American Express Membership Rewards points is not very favourable.
However, the Hilton Honors Gold status obtained through the American Express Platinum Card® remains very attractive!
The number of Hilton points required for a free night varies by hotel category. Prices also vary depending on demand and popular dates. The minimum is 5,000 points and can go up to 250,000 points per night.
The trick is to stay five consecutive nights at the same hotel to get the fifth night free, thanks to the Hilton Honors program benefit.
There are two ways to obtain Hilton Honors Gold status in Canada:
For occasional Canadian travellers, earning Gold status through a credit card is often the most cost-effective and convenient option, saving you from having to complete 20 stays or 40 nights per year to keep your benefits.
There may be status matches or special Hilton Honors promotions that make it easier to earn Gold status.
Hilton Honors Gold status offers several benefits:
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