Bonus has now increased to 150,000 points. More information here.
The Offer
- American Express is offering 125,000 Hilton points after $2,000 in spend within the first three months on the Hilton Ascend card
The Fine Print
- Welcome bonus offer not available to applicants who have or have had this product or the Hilton Honors Surpass Card
- Not a new card vs the Surpass
- Annual fee of $95
- Card earns at the following rates:
- 12X Hilton Honors Bonus Points at hotels and resorts in the Hilton portfolio worldwide
- 6X Hilton Honors Bonus Points at U.S. supermarkets, U.S. restaurants, and U.S. gas stations
- 3X Hilton Honors Bonus Points on all other eligible purchases
- 10 free priority pass lounge passes
- Complimentary Hilton Honors gold status. Earn Diamond status after spending $40,000 in purchases within a calendar year
- One Weekend Night Reward at a hotel or resort in the Hilton portfolio after spending $15,000 in purchases on the card in a calendar year
- No foreign transaction fees
Our Verdict
Previously the best offer we’ve seen is 100,000 points + free night certificate on anniversary. Which offer is better will likely depend on the type hotels you like to stay at, if you like high end hotels then a free night certificate is probably better than 25,000 points + $95. Personally I probably prefer this offer but I’m probably in the minority there. American Express doesn’t match bonuses, but they do offer courtesy points in most cases. If you have any questions about American Express read this post first. Bonuses have also been increased on the other Hilton cards:
- American Express Hilton Aspire Bonus Increased To 150,000 Points – Best Ever
- Hilton Honors American Express Business Card 125,000 Point Offer + $100 Statement Credit(not new)
- American Express Hilton Honors Card No Annual Fee Card – 75,000 Point + $50 Statement Credit Offer (not new)
I probably won’t be adding this to the best credit card bonus list just based on that previous offer having been available.
