Dan Whitmer, Rewards Programs Analyst
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The most valuable hotel points are World of Hyatt points, which are worth about 2.1 cents per point when redeemed for free nights. For example, 10,000 Hyatt points can get you around $210 in reservations at Hyatt properties.
Most Valuable Hotel Points
| Hotel | Value per Point | Value Per 10,000 Points |
| 2.1 cents | $210 | |
| 1.07 cents | $107 | |
| 1.07 cents | $107 | |
| 1.03 cents | $103 | |
| 0.86 cents | $86 |
The values in the table above are averages based on hotel reservations and can vary depending on how you redeem your points. Hotel points are usually most valuable when redeemed for free nights. While other redemption options like flights, car rentals, and gift cards might be available, they typically offer less value.
It’s also important to remember that your overall savings depend on both how valuable the points are and how many you can earn. Valuable points are only part of the equation.
How to Earn More Hotel Points
Use a Hotel Credit Card
Hotel rewards credit cards often offer sign-up bonuses for spending a certain amount in the first few months. Bonuses can be worth tens of thousands of points—often enough for a free night or two. Additionally, you can get bonus points for purchases in specific spending categories like dining, groceries, gas, or hotel reservations and other travel. To maximize your earning rate, focus on using cards that offer bonus points for the categories you spend the most on.
Earn Elite Status
This can significantly accelerate your ability to earn points. For example, a mid-tier member might get a 25% bonus on points, while a top-tier member could earn a 100% bonus. You usually earn status by staying a certain number of qualifying nights or accumulating a minimum number of points within a calendar year.
Look for Promotions
Hotel programs often run promotions where members can earn bonus points for completing certain activities, such as staying a certain number of nights, booking specific offers, or participating in targeted promotions.
To see how hotels compare, check out WalletHub’s guide to the best hotel rewards programs.
People also ask
How many hotel points do you need for a free night?
You need 4,500 to 120,000 hotel points for a free night in a standard room, depending on the hotel rewards program, location, and travel dates. Luxury properties and peak travel seasons usually require significantly more points.
Hotel Points Needed for a Free Night
| Hotel | Minimum | Average | Maximum |
| World of Hyatt | 5,000 | 47,500 | 90,000 |
| Wyndham Rewards | 7,500 | 18,750 | 30,000 |
How do you calculate the value of hotel points?
The value of hotel points is calculated by comparing the cash price of a stay with the number of points required for the same booking. To determine their worth, use a straightforward formula: start by finding the cash price of the stay, including taxes and fees if applicable, then divide it by the number of points needed to book the room. Here's the formula in detail:
Point Value = (Cash Price – Taxes/Fees Paid...
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10,000 reward points are worth around $100, on average, but the exact value depends on which rewards program is offering the points and how you redeem them. In some cases, your reward points could be worth a lot more or a lot less. Below, you can find examples of how much 10,000 reward points are worth across various credit card, hotel and airline rewards programs.
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