The Hilton HHonors Worldwide program has become well known for its unique double-dip feature, as well as a variety of other hotel programs and amenities. In addition, Hilton HHonors Worldwide members will be treated to exclusive upgrades, perks and complimentary food services.
Double Dip
Many frequent guest programs allow people to convert points into miles, but Hilton's double dip program is the only one that allows you to earn points and miles at the same time. This feature is available to all members and allows you to earn 10 Hilton points and 1 mile for every US dollar. You can also earn points for money spent on room service, in-room phones and any other hotel related expense.
Rewards
If you are a member of the Hilton HHonors Worldwide program, you will be treated to amenities and luxuries that can be broken down into 7 unique categories. Each category requires more points per stay, and as a result, offers more amenities, upgrades and services. The lowest category is called the "opportunity category" and costs 7,500 points for one night. If you are planning on using a category 6 stay, it costs 40,000 points for a one night stay.
Point Stretcher
As an added bonus, Hilton HHonors Worldwide offers you the chance to "stretch" out the points you use towards a room. Although the point stretcher is not available for all dates and hotel rooms, it does offer you the opportunity to use fewer points for a higher quality room. For example, a category 6 hotel room might cost only 24,000 points and save you points that you can then use on your next vacation.
Membership Levels
Hilton offers 5 different membership levels. The Blue Membership offers 20% weekend discounts, free saunas and lower prices at hotel gift shops. To qualify as a blue member, you simply have to fill out a form, either online or when you arrive at the hotel. The next level is the Silver VIP membership, and requires a minimum of four unique stays or 10 separate nights to gain access to it. Once you're a Silver VIP member, you get access to all of the health clubs at all qualifying hotels, 15% more base points and VIP-only rewards that can be redeemed during any stay.
Gold VIP and Diamond Elite Membership
The Gold VIP Membership and Diamond Elite Membership are the two highest membership levels the Hilton Hhonors worldwide program has to offer. Gold membership requires a minimum of 16 stays or 36 separate nights to qualify. To qualify for Diamond Elite status, you must stay at a Hilton hotel for either 60 nights or 28 qualifying stays. Diamond Elite status gives you everything from guaranteed reservations to a 50% increase on base points. Gold membership offers guests no blackout dates, a 25% bonus on base points and upgraded amenities and accommodations.