Hilton’s co‑branded American Express cards are offering limited‑time welcome bonuses that expire on July 29, presenting a timely opportunity for members to increase their Hilton Honors balances.
The current promotions cover four cards: the Hilton Honors American Express Aspire, the Business, the Surpass, and the no‑annual‑fee Hilton Honors American Express. Bonuses range from 100,000 to 175,000 points, with additional statement credits on select products and introductory fee waivers on two of the cards.
The Aspire card provides 175,000 bonus points after $6,000 in spend within the first six months, valued at roughly $700 based on current point valuations. It carries a $550 annual fee and offers 14 points per dollar on direct Hilton purchases, 7 points on travel and dining, and 3 points on other purchases, along with automatic Diamond status, a complimentary first‑night reward each year, and various statement‑credit benefits.
The Business card awards 130,000 points after $8,000 in spend, with a $0 introductory annual fee that rises to $195 after the first year. Points are worth about $520, and earn rates include 12 points per dollar on Hilton purchases and 5 points on the first $100,000 of annual spend. Cardholders receive complimentary Gold status, a path to Diamond status after $40,000 in annual spend, and up to $240 in annual statement credits.
The Surpass card offers 130,000 points after $3,000 in spend, also valued at roughly $520, and features a $0 introductory fee that becomes $150 thereafter. Earn rates are 12 points per dollar on Hilton stays, 6 points at supermarkets, restaurants and gas stations, and 4 points on online retail. Benefits include complimentary Gold status, a free night after $15,000 in annual spend, and up to $200 in yearly statement credits.
The entry‑level no‑annual‑fee card provides 100,000 bonus points plus a $100 statement credit after $2,000 in spend, together valued at $500. Earn rates are 7 points per dollar on Hilton purchases and 5 points on dining, supermarkets and gas. Cardholders receive automatic Silver status and a route to Gold status after $20,000 in annual spend, with no foreign transaction fees.
With the offers ending July 29, consumers seeking to boost their Hilton Honors balances or attain elite status should consider applying before the deadline, noting that each card’s welcome bonus can generally be earned only once per lifetime.
