Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort & Spa (Source)

The Hilton group offers a wide range of luxurious hotels. Although there is no longer an official award chart with fixed point prices for a stay, numerous hotels still offer exceptional value per point. The colleagues from meilenoptimieren.com (only in German) did a great write-up that I want to share here.

Is There a Hilton Honors Award Chart?

Even though Hilton Honors has officially done away with hotel categories, all hotels bookable through the Hilton Honors program can still be categorized into approximately 15 levels. These categories determine the maximum number of points required for a night. Hilton Category 1 hotels require a maximum of 5,000 points per night. At the high end, Category 15 hotels used to cap at 95,000 points per night, which was later raised to 120,000 points. Currently, the cap is 150,000 points, a rate only required by the Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi (New maximum points price at Hilton Honors: 150,000 points/night for the Waldorf Astoria Ithaafushi). This ranking correlates with the average price for a night. As detailed in "What Are Hilton Points Worth?", there are still exceptions, especially among the expensive luxury hotels at the upper end.

Hilton Honors Sweetspots – Methodology

Before diving into the Hilton Honors Sweetspots, here's a brief note on the methodology. To calculate the value of a Hilton Honors point upon redemption, we compared the standard points price to the lowest and highest prices over the coming year. Periods with significant price outliers, such as Christmas or holidays, were ignored. Typically, the value of a point should fall within the indicated range but may vary in individual cases. Since room rates fluctuate throughout the year, these calculated values should be considered as rough guides.

In addition to the value per point, we also calculated the effective savings that can be achieved through purchasing Hilton points. We used a purchase price of 0.5 cents per point, which is often available several times a year. We also considered the Hilton Honors 5th Night Free Award, which allows Hilton Honors status holders to book 5 nights for the price of 4.

Finding Hilton Honors Availability

For some hotels featured in this article, it can be challenging to find availability at the standard points price. It's recommended to familiarize yourself with the Hilton Honors calendar search and/or the MaxMyPoint Hotel Rewards Checker. Both tools display prices and availability in a monthly overview, allowing you to check the entire year's availability in minutes.

Hilton Honors Promotions to buy points

You can generally buy Hilton Honors points at any time. However, the ratio is set at 1.0 cents/point, which is not the greatest. To increase your savings wait for the regular points promotions where Hilton is selling points with a 100% bonus. That way, each point will only cost you 0.5 cents/point!

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Hilton Honors Sweetspots

Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi

Points Price: 150,000 points/night
Value: approx. 1.3 – 3.3 cents/point
Availability: approx. 5%
Potential Savings on Points Purchase: 63% to 85%

The Waldorf Astoria Maldives Ithaafushi is arguably the most expensive hotel in the Hilton group, with rates ranging from $2,000 to $4,000 per night. Unsurprisingly, it has the highest points price among all Hilton Honors hotels and was the reason for the increase in the maximum points price (prior to its opening, the cap was 120,000 points/night).

November 2024 Rates: Due to the hotel's popularity, finding availability at the standard points price requires luck, flexibility, or spontaneity. Generally, only a few days per month are available at the standard price. Occasionally, better availability is released.

A points price of 150,000 Hilton Honors points (150,000 Membership Rewards points) results in a value of approximately 1.3 – 2.7 cents per point. With the Hilton Honors 5th Night Free Award, which allows Hilton Honors status holders to book 5 nights for 600,000 points (4 x 150,000), the value increases to 1.7 – 3.3 cents per point.

Purchasing the required Hilton points at 0.5 cents/point results in a nightly cost of $750. Using the 5th Night Free Award reduces this to $600 per night, offering savings of 63% to 85% compared to the regular price of $2,000 to $4,000.

Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal

Points Price: 120,000 points/night
Value: approx. 1.3 – 2.6 cents/point
Availability: approx. 28%
Potential Savings on Points Purchase: 60% to 81%

The Waldorf Astoria Los Cabos Pedregal is a luxurious five-star resort in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, offering stunning ocean views, multiple pools, a spa, and various dining options. A unique feature is the private tunnel providing exclusive access to the hotel.

A points price of 120,000 points results in a value of approximately 1.3 – 2.1 cents per point, increasing to 1.6 – 2.6 cents per point with the 5th Night Free Award.

Conrad Bora Bora Nui

Points Price: 120,000 points/night
Value: approx. 1.2 – 2.0 cents/point
Availability: approx. 6%
Potential Savings on Points Purchase: 57% to 75%

The Conrad Bora Bora Nui, located on the private island of Motu To’opua, is one of the highest-rated Conrad or Hilton hotels worldwide. It offers a white sand beach and direct access to a large lagoon, though it does not have views of the famous Mt. Otemanu.

A points price of 120,000 points results in a value of approximately 1.2 – 1.6 cents per point, increasing to 1.5 – 2.0 cents per point with the 5th Night Free Award.

Conrad Maldives Rangali Island

Points Price: 120,000 points/night
Value: approx. 0.7 – 1.6 cents/point
Availability: approx. 90%
Potential Savings on Points Purchase: 25% to 68%

Before the Waldorf Astoria Maldives opened, the Conrad Maldives Rangali Island was Hilton’s top property in the Maldives. It remains significantly more affordable, with rates ranging from $800 to $1,500 per night and excellent availability at the standard price of 120,000 points/night.

A points price of 120,000 points results in a value of approximately 0.7 – 1.3 cents per point, increasing to 0.8 – 1.6 cents per point with the 5th Night Free Award.

Hilton Maldives Amingiri Resort & Spa

Points Price: 110,000 points/night
Value: approx. 0.8 – 1.6 cents/point
Availability: approx. 85%
Potential Savings on Points Purchase: 39% to 69%

The Hilton Maldives Amingiri Resort & Spa, which opened in July 2022, is Hilton’s fourth hotel in the Maldives. It can be booked for 110,000 points per night, with generally excellent availability.

A points price of 110,000 points results in a value of approximately 0.8 – 1.3 cents per point, increasing to 1.0 – 1.6 cents per point with the 5th Night Free Award.

Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort

Points Price: 110,000 points/night
Value: approx. 0.9 – 1.8 cents/point
Availability: approx. 44%
Potential Savings on Points Purchase: 45% to 69%

The Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort, is a five-star resort on Maui, Hawaii, renowned for its extensive pool area, including a 4,900-square-meter pool, waterfalls, a lazy river, slides, and a water park. The resort also offers direct beach access and a nearby golf course.

A points price of 110,000 points results in a value of approximately 0.9 – 1.5 cents per point, increasing to 1.1 – 1.8 cents per point with the 5th Night Free Award.

Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills

Points Price: 120,000 points/night
Value: approx. 0.7 – 1.5 cents/point
Availability: approx. 76%
Potential Savings on Points Purchase: 25% to 66%

The Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills is a luxurious five-star hotel in Los Angeles’ Beverly Hills district. The hotel features a state-of-the-art spa, fitness center, rooftop pool, and several dining options, including the renowned Jean-Georges Beverly Hills restaurant.

A points price of 120,000 points results in a value of approximately 0.7 – 1.2 cents per point, increasing to 0.8 – 1.5 cents per point with the 5th Night Free Award.

Hilton Paris Opera

Points Price: 80,000 points/night
Value: approx. 0.4 – 1.6 cents/point
Availability: approx. 69%
Potential Savings on Points Purchase: -14% to 68%

The Hilton Paris Opera is a five-star hotel located in the heart of Paris, housed in a magnificent 19th-century building. The hotel features a fitness center, business center, multiple dining options, and a grand ballroom. It is conveniently located near major attractions like the Opéra Garnier, the Louvre, and the Champs-Élysées.

Hilton Opera Points vs. Price: At 80,000 points, the price range of approximately $350 to $1,000 per night translates to a value of about 0.4 – 1.3 cents per point. Considering the Hilton Honors 5th Night Free Award, the value increases to 0.6 – 1.6 cents per point.

Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa

Points Price: 90,000 points/night
Value: Approx. 0.7 – 1.4 cents/point
Availability: Approx. 0%
Potential Savings on Points Purchase: 31% to 64%

The Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa is another renowned luxury hotel in French Polynesia, along with Conrad Bora Bora. Located on Moorea Island, just a short distance from Tahiti, the hotel can be reached in 7 minutes by plane or 30 minutes by boat. Situated on the north coast, it features a sandy beach and a coral reef. However, availability is scarce.

Hilton Moorea Points vs. Price: At 90,000 points, the price range of approximately $650 to $1,100 per night translates to a value of about 0.7 – 1.1 cents per point. With the Hilton Honors 5th Night Free Award, the value increases to 0.9 – 1.4 cents per point.

Zemi Beach House, LXR Hotels & Resorts

Points Price: 110,000 points/night
Value: Approx. 0.7 – 1.4 cents/point
Availability: Approx. 60%
Potential Savings on Points Purchase: 31% to 63%

Zemi Beach House, LXR Hotels & Resorts is a luxurious beachfront resort on the Caribbean island of Anguilla, offering stunning sea views and an exclusive ambiance. The spacious rooms and suites are stylishly furnished and offer modern amenities, including a state-of-the-art spa and a variety of leisure activities.

Zemi Beach House Points vs. Price: At 110,000 Hilton Honors points, with a price range of approximately $800 to $1,200 per night, the value is about 0.7 – 1.1 cents per point. The value increases to 0.9 – 1.4 cents per point with the Hilton Honors 5th Night Free Award.

Conrad Koh Samui

Points Price: 95,000 points/night
Value: Approx. 0.6 – 1.1 cents/point
Availability: Approx. 77%
Potential Savings on Points Purchase: 14% to 55%

Conrad Koh Samui, located on the southern tip of the Thai island Koh Samui, spans about 10 hectares and offers breathtaking views of the Gulf of Thailand, nearby islands, and the mainland. The villas are hillside and each has a private pool. Availability is generally every other day.

Conrad Koh Samui Points vs. Price: At 95,000 points, with a price range of approximately $550 to $850 per night, the value is about 0.6 – 0.9 cents per point. With the Hilton Honors 5th Night Free Award, the value increases to 0.7 – 1.1 cents per point.

Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort & Spa

Points Price: 90,000 points/night
Value: Approx. 0.4 – 1.0 cents/point
Availability: Approx. 93%
Potential Savings on Points Purchase: -13% to 52%

The Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort & Spa is situated on Silhouette Island, the third-largest island of the inner Seychelles, northwest of Mahé. Despite its size, the island is largely uninhabited except for the resort, which often gets slightly better reviews and offers than the Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort & Spa.

Hilton Seychelles Labriz Points vs. Price: At 90,000 points, with a price range of approximately $400 to $750 per night, the value is about 0.4 – 0.8 cents per point. With the Hilton Honors 5th Night Free Award, the value increases to 0.6 – 1.0 cents per point.

Mango House Seychelles, LXR Hotels & Resorts

Points Price: 110,000 points/night
Value: Approx. 0.5 – 0.8 cents/point
Availability: Approx. 92%
Potential Savings on Points Purchase: 0% to 41%

The Mango House Seychelles, opened in 2021 under the LXR Hotels & Resorts brand, is the fourth Hilton Group hotel on the Seychelles. Located on the main island of Mahé, it overlooks the Anse La Mouche Bay and is about a 30-minute drive from the international airport.

Mango House Seychelles Points vs. Price: At 110,000 Hilton Honors points, with a price range of approximately $550 to $750 per night, the value is about 0.5 – 0.7 cents per point. The value increases to 0.6 – 0.8 cents per point with the Hilton Honors 5th Night Free Award.

Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah

Points Price: 85,000 points/night
Value: Approx. 0.4 – 1.0 cents/point
Availability: Approx. 92%
Potential Savings on Points Purchase: -42% to 51%

The Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah is a five-star resort in Dubai, located on the artificial island Palm Jumeirah. The resort features multiple pools, including a large infinity pool, a private beach, a state-of-the-art spa, a fitness center, and various dining options, including the renowned restaurant Social by Heinz Beck. It offers panoramic views of the sea and Dubai's skyline.

Waldorf Astoria Palm Jumeirah Points vs. Price: At 85,000 points, with a price range of approximately $300 to $700 per night, the value is about 0.4 – 0.8 cents per point. With the Hilton Honors 5th Night Free Award, the value increases to 0.4 – 1.0 cents per point.

Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort & Spa

Points Price: 95,000 points/night
Value: Approx. 0.5 – 0.8 cents/point
Availability: Approx. 92%
Potential Savings on Points Purchase: 5% to 37%

The Hilton Seychelles Northolme Resort & Spa is located on the main island of Mahé, making it easily accessible. The drive from the airport takes about 30 minutes. All villas at the resort offer direct ocean views.

Hilton Seychelles Northolme Points vs. Price: At 95,000 points, with a price range of approximately $500 to $600 per night, the value is about 0.5 – 0.6 cents per point. With the Hilton Honors 5th Night Free Award, the value increases to 0.7 – 0.8 cents per point.

Hilton Honors Sweetspots – Conclusion

By selecting the right hotel or room type, it is possible to achieve a value of about 1 to 3 cents per point with Hilton Honors. This is particularly attractive as Hilton Honors points can often be purchased for around 0.5 cents per point, offering a significant indirect discount on stays at some of Hilton’s best properties.

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