A Complete Guide To Hilton Honors Status

[@LalitDevraj]

Excited for your "How Many Credit Cards are Too Many?" video btw 😊😊

[@eslfortraveling1414]

Great work

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Thank you so much 😀

[@enstai]

One of my worst experience with Hilton. When I entered the front desk was nice and friendly. The front desk told me I have food credit at the restaurant so I decide to give it a try. The server was busy giving out number to other guests instead of serving guests. When I left the hotel I did not receive the charge details. I notice the charge on my credit card does not match what I recall. When I contact customer service they told me I do have credit. They told me they will provide me an answer then never did. As a Gold member I find it extremely irresponsible. Hilton made a mistake and refuse to take any responsibility. Do not stay at Hilton. You will feel awful. The room is dated. The service is bad. Hilton does not care about you even with Gold status.

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

I’ll be honest. That doesn’t exactly sound like the worst experience I’ve ever heard of. If I’m staying at a hotel and I know I’ll have charges from the hotel, I’ll always check out in person. A waiter being preoccupied with flirting doesn’t doesn’t like an entire hotel chains fault. Can you tell me exactly which hotel this was?

[@LalitDevraj]

You know what I love about your channel, personality and videos? You literally are always aiming to improve, get better and grow overall and the rewards show - respect man, Luke, keep up the great work 😁😁

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Thank you so much!! I appreciate the view and the kind words.

[@ronaldman2798]

Completely agree with you. I am also following this channel for last 5 or 6 month but recently this Channel improve a lot that's impressive. Keep up the good work luke.

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

@@ronaldman2798 you guys are too kind. I have some more improvements coming soon!!

[@TheAudioCzar]

Don't forget Hilton Surpass card gets limited lounge access to

[@jimmyjames6492]

I'm debating switching from Marriott to Hilton. I wish the Surpass and Business cards gave a free night cert. It's hard to pass up Diamond without having to stay a million nights like Marriott to get Platinum or Titanium (with no guarantee that you'll even get an upgrade). Thanks for the video!

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Both the surpass and business will get you that free night with $15k spend in a calendar year

[@911eVoX]

Luke, we can't see shit on the perks chart

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Shoot. I couldn’t find a high res pic of the perks. I’ll make sure next time, to get a better pic.

[@911eVoX]

@@LukesPointsandMiles Just make one, man! I think making a table in word or excel by copying over the info would be pretty nice and make it stand out let alone visible.

[@MannyCovington]

Very helpful video! Hoping to get the Aspire card one day to get that Diamond status

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Thank you, sir! It’s a great card for sure

[@MrCaesar2u]

I'm definitely eager to get my Hilton card, but I'm also wanting my CITI AA card (I have the Red now) Do you have a recommendation as to which to choose 1st?

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

I like both of those cards. I would suggest taking your time and building out a strategy. It’s a marathon not a sprint.

[@rangerz48]

Do delta please! I’m military status so I wanna know if delta will be good for me.

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6TbYoRjepuCqas check out all our delta videos! I think we have a few

[@RobsQuest98]

Hey luke can you do a video elaborating on the 250 resort credit (dos and donts) as well as good to know info. If not care to elaborate in the comments?

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

The $250 resort credit is activated when you book and stay at one of the resorts. It’s fairly straight forward. It can be used for anything. Pay for the room, dinner, any resort fees. It’s the easiest credit in the game. That’s why it’s so popular. The only thing you have to do is remember to stay at a property qualified as a resort.

[@RobsQuest98]

@@LukesPointsandMiles I didnt know it counts towards the room itself?!

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

@@RobsQuest98 sure does. The aspire does not disappoint

[@RobsQuest98]

@@LukesPointsandMiles and here i thought i knew everything! If you dont mind me asking how have you personally spent your 250 resort credit? Im assuming the best way is towards the stay no?

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

@@RobsQuest98 I used mine in this correct card year during points stays. I ate at the hotel and had drinks. Hilton buena vista palace by downtown Disney and then finished it up at the Conrad Fort Lauderdale

[@Re3iRtH]

I can get 3 Aspires and all SUBs on them (AFs waived). Should I go ahead and do this?

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

I’m not sure I understand but if you can get 3 aspire cards with no annual fee then I would get them. Are you active duty militaryV

[@Re3iRtH]

@@LukesPointsandMiles Yes, AD military. You get the Aspire, and the other two Hilton cards and you subsequently upgrade those two to Aspires (you can get the full sign up bonuses on all three Aspires as well). I believe that $750 in airline incidental and $750 in resort credits, among all the other perks of having three Aspire cards. The thing is I've never really stayed at a Hilton property, need to try it out.

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

@@Re3iRtH I would 100% recommend that!

[@cheeseballer1997]

@@Re3iRtH also AD here. You’re saying sign up for all 3 Hilton cards then product change to the 2 to aspire cards and you get the sign up bonus for product changing?

[@KetoRanger]

Any tips for staying at the Conrad Ft. L?

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Well i used two free nights certificates and the points for the third night. They let me check in early and upgraded me. I don’t know if I have any tips. They run a tight ship and diamond status helps. I would use the food & beverage credit at the pool for lunch and/or drinks.

[@Sublime24]

Been really enjoying the content Luke. Thank you and keep it up 💪🏻

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

I appreciate the compliment man. I feel like I’m just getting started. Trying to get better

[@SpencerJohnsonOfficial]

Congrats on the sponsor and I love the new colors in the background! Also, this video was super helpful. As someone who hasn’t gone in depth on hotel statuses myself, this was super helpful.

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Thank you, sir. Hotel Status is great and sometimes really easy to get. It can really change a trip!

[@PointsInbound]

Oh yea, I love Conrad's and really like the DoubleTree cookies. In Asia I always get lounge access with my Gold status.

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

That’s awesome. I’m scheduled to go to Asia in October but we shall see.

[@nishrena5206]

I love them Hampton inn cookies

[@davemartinez4143]

Great video I like the Hilton credit cards.

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Thank you so much, sir!

[@CesarJoel]

Thanks for another great video! Keep up the great work! 💪

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

I appreciate the encouragement!

[@TheAudioCzar]

Nice video! Can you do one for Marriott to?

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

It’s in the works!

[@thejokerspeaks]

We purchased Hilton Grand Vacation Club in Feb (off Ebay), and loved our first stay. I would place it in Upper Upscale, similar to Hilton. Hilton recently acquired Diamond Resorts, and are transitioning them into a new branding, Hilton Vacation Club. I stayed at one last week, and while it was a great value, the place was still showing wear, Upscale at best. We usually stay at Doubletree, Hilton Garden, or Hilton. We've got our first Conrad and Waldorf stays coming up!

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

I feel like the Waldorf and Conrad stays will be much different experiences as far as the service goes.

[@KarrusMusic]

I just got home from a stay at the Hotel 1000 in Seattle, which was part of the LXR tier. I knew it was up there, but wow.

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

LXR is some luxury stuff!!

[@raynavarro1078]

Great video, ton of information for the newbie as well as the experienced Hilton Honors member. Thank you!

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Thanks for watching, Ray!

[@tuhinshow]

New to Hilton. I stay at MGM alot in Las Vegas. I see they have the Tropicana on the strip. If I stay there every time I go is it similar to MGM where I will get free comps? Right now I get 100$ food and 50 Free play, plus pretty much free rooms.

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

I don’t think I can speak specifically for the Tropicana. I don’t know if anyone getting comped at a Hilton.

[@JohnSmith-ls5kb]

Yes you do. Tropicana is own by mgm and any other mgm affiliated casino you will get the same benefits or even better since mgm itself is more higher in status and attract more people and as for Tropicana less people stay so more benefits with cheaper rooms rate if u haven’t got free room status u have a better chance at getting free rooms

[@noranollen]

Sorry but do I understand correctly that you lose your silver status if you don’t spend x nights at Hilton every year?? I thought once achieved, always achieved ….no?

[@cheeseballer1997]

Can you do a video on the best business cards for people who are gardening? Trying to get below that dreadful 5/24.

[@rick7702]

Thanks Luke keep up the good work.You have given me plenty of knowledge.

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

My pleasure, Rick!!

[@Vsp712]

Since being recommended the Hilton aspire from you, my wife and I have already spent 3000$ on it combined in less than a month. This card is amazing tons of good benefits

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Good pull, Rob!!

[@Vsp712]

@@LukesPointsandMiles definitely been learning a lot and the Hilton diamond concierge is amazing at explains stuff

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

@@Vsp712 love hearing that!!

[@Sublime24]

Question for ya Luke. Is there something about not being able to get the fifth night free when you book with points on the lower scale hotels?

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

That is not something I have ever heard or read. They only thing that I think would be different is some of those economy hotels only earn 5 HH points per dollar when you stay as opposed to 10 HH points for most of the brand hotels.

[@Sublime24]

@@LukesPointsandMiles thanks for the quick reply! I didn’t hear about that either but If I remember correctly, I think I saw someone post it on a Reddit thread a while back so I was not sure. Figured you would be the man to ask! I’ll have to see if I could find that thread again

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

@@Sublime24 I did some research and I would say that the 5th night is free at all of them.

[@Sublime24]

@@LukesPointsandMiles thank you so much! You the man 🙌🏻

[@fabiola5150]

Quién canta tan fuerte

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Am I loud? I dont understand.

[@uHnodnarB]

@@LukesPointsandMiles I haven't used my Spanish in a while, but I think the Spanish says "no one sings as strong/good (?) [as Paris Hilton]"

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

@@uHnodnarB oh. I didn’t know Paris Hilton sang. But ok!

[@Elricky124]

Another great one!

[@Elricky124]

And another one!, says Dj Khaled!

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Ha! Thank you, sir!!

[@kelj4517]

I’ve been a part time Hilton employee for the past 7 years. Our employee rate for the Hilton brands are fantastic!

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Nice!!

[@TampaTravel]

Most hotel lounges are closed over the weekend

[@mitchellhorner3316]

Lol really?! Who doesn’t know who Paris Hilton is?!

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Teenagers. Paris has been out of the limelight for a few years. She said "That name sounds familiar but..."

[@LindaRosem]

Don’t forget Amex Platinum 😉

[@TampaTravel]

Always say 2 guests when booking with Aspire for 2X Food and beverage credit. Just check in on phone and use digital key so its not obvious.

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Nice tip!!

[@dannydang2014]

For lifetime diamond status. Do you have to accure the 2 million points before 10 years or just have to accure them?

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

It doesn’t have to be within 10 years. It can be “overall”.

[@dpowell964]

Question can you carry a monthly balance with any of the Hilton cards being a Amex card?

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Yes. They are credit cards as opposed to charge cards. You can carry a balance of you need to.

[@garytimm8880]

How Long does Diamond status Last ? I got it for going to a Hilton Grand Vacations time share sales session.

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

It is something they needs to be qualified for yearly.

[@dmhusam684]

My Favorite also. Thanks for the Information

[@davesphilippinedaydream2656]

I'm a Diamond Member and mostly stay overseas I really enjoy the executive lounge with free cocktails snacks and free buffet for 2 people every morning. Plus I get a discount for extra guests.. Extra bed is also free. Really enjoy the free upgrade. Hilton always puts me in a one bedroom deluxe premium suite for free. The American Express Hilton Honors Business card is so worth it. I became a Diamond Member because I spend 40k plus in a year on my card. It's not always about how many nights you stay but also how much you spend on your card with everyday purchases. You can also buy rewards points to get that fifth night free plus they match you on points when you buy points. I love Hilton Hotels. I used to work for Portland Hilton in high school and have remained a loyal customer for 40 years now. Hilton is the biggest Hotel chain and I highly recommend Hilton. For 2022 I have had 15 free nights and still have more coming. Thank you American Express and Hilton Hotels. Love the program. Best ever!!!!

[@dannydang2014]

Does the welcome bonus point offer count towards lifetime status?

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

welcome offers will not count as base points

[@basnetgl]

What about that new brand called Spark I have seen a mention of?

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Pretty sure Spark came out after this video was made?

[@davesphilippinedaydream2656]

Digital check-in doesn't work overseas

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Thanks for the data point! I don’t think I’ve ever used the online check in.

[@amandagrant7963]

D boys like who not anyone

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

@@amandagrant7963 sorry, I don’t understand

[@yniers8892]

I can’t find your video that talk about aspire benefit. Do I miss it?

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Aspire benefits? I have several videos about the aspire card. You can check the playlists of “Amex cards” or “hotel keeper cards”.

[@yniers8892]

@@LukesPointsandMiles I will look for it. Thanks for all info!! I love it

[@hiltonsmith434]

My name is Hilton!

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Like Paris!

[@richardsmith9399]

Bro gotta lay off the steriods or Hilton is going to have to up-charge them

[@donmaster6457]

If i use amex hilton card to buy points will i get the points as if it was a stay?

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Buying points should not be an eligible purchase for points.

[@RickyB418]

I use Hilton and Wyndham apps. I travel to Corpus Christy, Laredo, Brownsville, McAllen, and Odessa on a monthly/Bimonthly basis and all of the Baymont, Hampton, or anything else in this price range usually forgets the member check in water and/or snack. Its small but its something after working all day away from home. I guess you have to stay at the $220+ a night rooms to warrant a cookie and water bottle. I'm currently at one of the Hampton Inn and Suites in Corpus Christi. After the third attempt to open my room on the second floor I was handed another key and told "If it doesn't work call me and I'll find the device to open the room or we can try to find another for you." This was after they were one of the FEW hotels to offer room temp water bottles from a Costco bag. Tonight, after I put them in the refrigerator, I'll have some cold waters for the trip home. Thanks Hilton

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Yeah that’s not exactly good service. I’ll be honest though, I drink my water room temp. Haha

[@tereancewilliams7127]

I just got my help is on a rewards card American Express and they responded to me and didn't know what the 100000 bonus sign on bones points worms is there a way I can contact them to get this matter cleared up

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

I always use the chat feature on Amex’s website.

[@SoldierHaul]

If I am already a diamond and I am apply for the Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card will I get down graded to Gold or will I get to keep my diamond status still

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

No you’ll stay diamond.

[@almost_phamous08]

could you do a video about the hilton automated upgrades? doesn't seem too appealing to be honest. the likelihood for a worthwhile premium upgrade seems to have been eliminated.

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Well I’ve never been auto upgraded before but I’ve been upgraded at check in often.

[@trevonduncombe5866]

Hey! I work at Hilton At Resorts World Bimini. And things are a little different overseas (outside the US) because here we don’t really acknowledge Blue or Silver members. Upgrades here, are a popular thing, with people wanting better views on a higher floor. Our Executive Lounge is going to re-open soon. I will say we are missing the electronic check-in/check-in. But the resorts is still good none the less.

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Very cool! I’ve never been to an executive lounge.

[@josephbuckley4902]

when you get the credit card, and satisfy the initial spending requirement, do you maintain that status year after year or do you go back to square one after the first year?

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

You don’t gain status by achieving the spending required. If you get complimentary status for hold a card, then you have it as long as you hold the card.

[@davidd.234]

In canada we get hilton gold with amex platinum. Just need to create the account with hilton then amex puts the request in. But we also don't have the hilton by amex cards either just Marriott cards

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

The platinum is the same in the US. Grants gold status.

[@davidd.234]

We just don't have the hilton credit cards. A bummer but, it is what it is.

[@itstat]

Thanks for the informations

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Any time!

[@Dhardc]

Facts. The cold bottle of water hits different at the end of a road trip. Underrated benefit.

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

🤣so true

[@Officialjacksonreed]

Doesn’t the Hilton Aspire Diamond status, contribute to lifetime status?

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Yes. As long as you hold diamond status then it will be counted towards lifetime

[@RandysWorld]

How many points do get for dining when your out the country. I frequent Belize a lot and there is Hilton there. Is it the basic 3x points for dining at a Hilton Restaurant.

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

If you are staying at a Hilton and eating there, you can charge it to your room and earn the Hilton rate instead of the dining rate.

[@RandysWorld]

@@LukesPointsandMiles your the goat! Thank you!

[@cad6095]

Is this credit card for Amex available in uk?

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

I’ll be honest, I have no idea.

[@tanvir_tuhin]

NIce Video Luke

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@mistaskidda]

Here is a fun little question, I am an airline employee and aiming at mostly cash back cards. The surpass hits just about all the right marks for me so compare; blue cash preferred or Hilton surpass, given that I travel 8-16 times ‘seriously’ a year. I may travel a lot more but not really book stays a fraction as much. They both have similar categories and same annual fee, but I get the sense that this might garner more mileage that the blue cash preferred… you tell me.

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

I think they’re both really great cards. I can’t tell you which card would be better for you though. The BCP preferred’s faults are the $6k cap on groceries (for me that makes is about half of what I need) and it’s Not exactly a cash back card. It earns statement credit. I’m a big fan of the surpass.

[@mistaskidda]

1 reply, 1 sub. Thanks for your thoughts.

[@danielcrotty8697]

I somehow managed to snag Hilton Diamond status this week. I started with Gold status from my AmEx Platinum card. I think I stayed 11-12 nights so far this year, so not a lot. I think I hit some sort of fast track status offer. Definitely check your account if Diamond is something you want!

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Did you have any roll over night from last year?

[@danielcrotty8697]

@@LukesPointsandMiles no actually! I just got into the Hilton program this year. I had previously been using the Bonvoy program, but I just wasn’t happy with it. I think Marriott has some nice and newer properties, but the redemptions and upgrades just aren’t there in my experience. I think the deal was I got Hilton Diamond if I stayed 10 nights within 90 days…

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

@@danielcrotty8697 awesome. Enjoy being diamond!!

[@tuhinshow]

Great Content

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Thanks for watching and thanks for the kind words.

[@delwar4817]

Thanks

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Welcome

[@nahiannafi5902]

Great content Again good job luke

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Thank you!!

[@terrapromus4832]

Super helpful, thanks

[@LukesPointsandMiles]

Thanks for watching!!