Maximizing your hotel points earnings means more than just booking stays and using a hotel credit card. You’ll also want to keep an eye out for opportunities to earn bonus points through each hotel loyalty program’s limited-time promotions. Some of them are seasonal, and some apply only to certain destinations or hotels.

Be sure to register for the promotions that require it since many won't automatically deposit points into your account if you’re not signed up before your stay.

All promotions are subject to availability, and blackout dates may apply.

Hilton promotions

Earn 4,000 bonus points

Hilton Honors members can enroll and complete a stay by Dec. 31, 2023, to earn 4,000 bonus Hilton Honors points. Learn more and register for this promo here.

Double Hilton Honors points

Hilton Honors members staying at Hilton properties will earn double the points when booking on this page. You can also book by phone and request "2x points."

Milestone Bonuses

Hilton Honors members who have stayed at least 40 nights or more in one calendar year can earn a huge chunk of bonus points. Members will receive 10,000 bonus points after their 40th night, and another 10,000 bonus points at every 10th night after that. At 60 nights, members net an additional 30,000 bonus points on top of the 10,000 Milestone Bonus points.

Hyatt promotions

500 bonus points at new World of Hyatt hotels

Check out World of Hyatt's list of new properties for a chance to get 500 easy bonus points if you stay during the promotional period, which varies by property.

The promotional period is usually at least three months long — so you have time to take advantage of these new accommodations. This list is updated frequently, so can check often for new offers.

IHG promotions

20% off select U.S. hotels

Now through Jan. 3, 2024, book to get 20% off stays at 1,600 different IHG properties in the United States when you stay by Jan. 6, 2024. IHG One Rewards members can get up to 25% off during the promotional period.

Explore eligible properties and book here.

Earn 5,000 bonus points for booking through the IHG app

IHG One Rewards members can register to earn 5,000 bonus points the next time they book through the IHG app. Stays must be completed within 60 days of registration to qualify. Eligible members will receive targeted communication to register for the promotion, so watch your inbox.

Bonus points for dining

Earn 500 points for the first reservation you book through IHG's website, powered by OpenTable. Then earn up to 300 points for any subsequent reservations.

Order from Grubhub for delivery to your hotel through IHG's website and earn up to 500 points and 250 points for every delivery after that.

Bonus points packages

See if your travel plans could earn you extra points when you book with Bonus Points Packages. You could earn up to 5,000 points per stay at participating InterContinental Hotels. Plus, the bonus points count toward earning elite status.

10,000 points for attending a timeshare presentation

While you're staying at a Holiday Inn Club Vacation location, attend a two-hour timeshare presentation and receive 10,000 bonus points. Keep in mind there are some age and income requirements to be able to participate in this promotion.

Marriott promotions

Get 10,000 points off stays in Maui

Now through March 2024, Marriott Bonvoy members can get 10,000 points off the nightly rate at the following Marriott Bonvoy properties on select dates:

AC Hotel by Marriott Maui Wailea.

Courtyard Maui Kahului Airport.

Residence Inn Maui Wailea.

Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa.

The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Ka'anapali.

The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua.

Wailea Beach Resort.

Note that, due to the recent wildfires, some Maui properties will not begin accepting reservations until December 2023.

Get 5,000 bonus points on transfers from Bilt Rewards

In honor of Bilt Rewards' new partnership with Marriott, Bilt members can get 5,000 additional Marriott Bonvoy points for every 20,000 points transferred in a single transaction. That's a 25% transfer bonus. Bilt members also get a one-time bonus of 100 Bilt points when they link their Bilt and Marriott accounts in the Bilt app.

40% bonus on points purchases

From Nov. 9, 2023, through Dec. 20, 2023, members can get a 30% bonus on purchased points.

During the full promotional period, Marriott is raising its cap on annual points purchases to 150,000. We don't typically recommend buying points and miles, but this could be an instance in which the math could work out in your favor.

Radisson promotions

3,000 bonus points when you book 2+ nights on the mobile app

Earn an easy 3,000 bonus points when you use the Radisson Rewards mobile app to book a minimum 2-night stay. You can only earn this bonus once.

Wyndham promotions

Double points rate

You can earn 2x the points on your stay when you book a hotel with this rate as part of an ongoing promotion. Check here to see if your next destination has a participating Wyndham property.

Bonus points with Home Chef meal kits

Cooking at home can get you a good portion of Wyndham bonus points. Wyndham Rewards members will earn 2,500 points when they order their first box of meals and 500 points for every box after that. Order through this link.

Choice Privileges promotions

Up to 2,000 bonus points for renting a car

Avis has partnerships with both Budget and Avis to offer loyalty program members 1,000 Choice Privileges bonus points when they rent a car through the end of the year. If you rent a car for four days or more, you'll earn an additional 1,000 points. Use the links on this page to book the promotion, which also includes a discount of up to 30%.

The bottom line

Don't miss out on these opportunities to earn extra points if they fit in with your travel plans. You should register for your hotel loyalty program’s promotions as early as possible to maximize your earnings. If you’re looking to get a larger chunk of points, you might want to consider applying for a hotel credit card. These cards usually come with a significant number of bonus points, if you meet the spending requirement.

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