Dan Whitmer, Rewards Programs Analyst
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Hilton Honors points are worth an average of 0.52 cents per point, when used for hotel reservations, meaning 10,000 Hilton points equal about $52. The value of Hilton points depends on how they are redeemed, and your points can be worth as much as 1.22 cents per point when you redeem for Hilton stays.
Hilton Points Value Breakdown
To help you better understand the value of your Hilton points, we’ve broken it down into the minimum, maximum, and average values based on hotel costs. This can help you maximize the value of your points when booking award stays.
| Value Type | Value (per point) |
| Minimum Value | 0.2 cents |
| Average Value | 0.52 cents |
| Maximum Value | 1.22 cents |
Aim to redeem your points for values closer to the maximum, to get the most out of your Hilton points, especially when booking award stays. To see how Hilton points compare to other loyalty programs, you can take a look at the table below, which highlights key differences in point values across major hotel loyalty programs.
Hilton Points vs. The Competition
| Rewards Program | Average Point Value | Value of 1,000 Points |
| 0.52 cents | $5.20 | |
| 0.8 cents | $8.00 | |
| 0.65 cents | $6.50 | |
| 0.99 cents | $9.90 | |
| 0.68 cents | $6.80 |
It’s important to remember that the value of Hilton points depends on how they are redeemed. They have the most value when used for hotel reservations. You can use WalletHub's Hilton Points Calculator to easily determine the cash value of any amount of Hilton points.
How to Earn More Hilton Points
One of the best ways to increase the number of Hilton points that you earn is to apply for a Hilton credit card. This can also help you reach a higher status tier in Hilton Honors, further boosting your earning potential. If you want to learn more, check out WalletHub's review of Hilton Honors.
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