The Ultimate Guide for Hilton Honors Members in Las Vegas

Las Vegas is renowned for its glamorous entertainment options and broad swath of high-end accommodations. Hilton loyalists can expect to find more than 30 Hilton properties among the hundreds of hotels in the area, which makes finding somewhere to redeem points a breeze. If you’re hoping to stay with Hilton Honors in Las Vegas, here’s a look at some of the perks you’ll enjoy, as well as some of the best Las Vegas Hilton hotels.

There are a lot of benefits to being a Hilton Honors member, and nowhere is this more evident than in Las Vegas, where costs can add up quickly.

• Fifth night free for elites. Hilton offers Silver tier and higher members the fifth night of their award booking for free.

• No resort fees. Award bookings with Hilton incur no resort fees, which can save you up to $45 every day of your stay.

• Location. Hilton offers multiple properties on and near the Las Vegas Strip. So no matter what you have going on, you’ll have a Hilton hotel nearby.

Formerly the Mandarin Oriental, the hotel has rebranded as the Waldorf Astoria — the most luxurious brand that Hilton offers. This luxury shows in the detailed elements in each room, which retain many of the former Mandarin’s aesthetic. Guests at the Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas will want to enjoy the Skybar, which is located on the 23rd floor and offers fantastic views of the Strip. Rooms start at 80,000 points per night.

One of three Hilton properties at the Resorts World complex, the Conrad is a high-end brand that offers both luxury and affordability. Guests have access to all the amenities of Resorts World, including seven different pool experiences. You’ll find a variety of award pricing for this hotel, with standard room rewards ranging from 37,000 to 80,000 points per night depending on demand.

A Las Vegas staple, the Tropicana features a comedy club, spa, casino and pool with waterfalls. Along with its excellent location, the Tropicana is also inexpensive. Rooms start at just 26,000 points per night, so if you have elite status, a five-night stay could cost you as little as 104,000 points.

One of the newest hotels in Las Vegas, the Virgin hotel opened in March 2021 after a rebrand and a renovation. Although it isn’t located directly on the Strip, it’s only 1.2 miles away and offers free valet parking. The hotel is also pet-friendly for those who like to travel with their animals. You can stay here for cheap, too; rooms start as low as 23,000 points per night.

Space is at a premium on the Strip, which is why hotels squeeze in as many rooms as they can. If you’re looking for space, Hilton Grand Vacations on the Las Vegas Strip has an excellent location and still gives you room to spread out. Standard rooms feature kitchenettes with a sink, refrigerator, microwave, toaster, utensils and coffee maker. You can find an award night here starting at 37,000 points.

The most expensive hotel in the newly opened Resorts World complex, Crockfords Las Vegas is part of Hilton’s LXR brand, which showcases high-end, thoughtfully designed hotels. Although you’ll have access to all of Resorts World’s amenities, Crockfords guests also enjoy VIP perks, including a separate pool oasis, designated check-in area and private spa. Rooms are pricey but worth it, with a standard room award coming in at 95,000 points per night.

Fortunately for travelers looking to stay in Vegas with Hilton points, they’re easy to earn:

• Open a Hilton credit card. New Hilton credit card holders can earn huge amounts of points with welcome offers. Some available cards include the Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card, the Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card and the $0-annual-fee Hilton Honors American Express Card. Terms apply.

• Pool points. Hilton allows you to pool points with up to 10 other people for free so you can get to your next redemption more quickly.

• Transfer points from American Express Membership Rewards. You can transfer over your AmEx points at a 1:2 ratio, which means 1 AmEx point becomes 2 Hilton Honors points.

Hilton members have a plethora of choices when it comes to properties in Las Vegas. Whether you’re looking for a budget room or a luxurious resort, you’ll find an array of options available for your Vegas vacation.

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