
With those guidelines in mind, WalletHub’s editors compared hundreds of credit cards with hotel rewards in search of the best hotel credit cards for different types of travelers. Here are their selections:
2018’s Best Hotel Credit Cards – Editors’ Picks
Best For... | Card Name | Annual Fee | Min. Credit Required |
Biggest Bonus | Radisson Premier Visa Signature® Credit Card | $75 | Good |
Most Versatile | Capital One® Venture® Rewards Credit Card | $0 for 1st yr, $95 after | Good |
Free Anniversary Night | IHG® Rewards Club Premier Credit Card | $89 | Good |
Yearly Travel Credit | Chase Sapphire Reserve℠ | $450 | Excellent |
Most Valuable Points | Starwood Preferred Guest® Credit Card from American Express | None 1st yr, $95 after | Good |
Business Travelers | Radisson Business Credit Card | $60 | Good |
Pro Tip: Don’t commit to a specific hotel chain unless you spend (or can spend) at least 20 nights there per year. Otherwise, a credit card offering more-flexible rewards will probably help you save more. For one thing, you’ll be able to hunt around for the best prices rather than having to book directly with your hotel of choice.