American Express Canada and Hilton today announced the launch of the Hilton Honors American Express® Card, marking a new chapter in the companies’ longstanding partnership and introducing a Hilton Honors co-branded credit card to Canada for the first time.
Combining the powerful backing of American Express with the award-winning Hilton Honors loyalty program, the new Card gives Canadian travellers flexibility, choice and value, with new ways to turn everyday purchases into rewarding Hilton stays. Cardmembers can earn accelerated Hilton Honors Points on eligible purchases, enjoy complimentary Hilton Honors Gold Status, and access Hilton’s global portfolio of 28 brands comprising more than 9,600 properties worldwide.
“For more than 70 years, American Express and Hilton have shared a commitment to providing elevated service and benefits for our cardmembers,” said Rey Saeidi, Vice President, Proprietary and Co-Brand Products, Lending and Rewards, American Express Canada. “Now, we’re bringing the next chapter of that partnership to Canada with the Hilton Honors American Express® Card.”
“Hilton Honors is built around making each stay more rewarding and more personalized,” said Heather Laverne, Vice President, Head of International Co-Brand at Hilton. “As our Hilton Honors member base in Canada has grown by more than 40% since 2023, we’re focused on delivering even more value for Canadian travellers.
“With the Hilton Honors American Express Card, we’re showing up for our members where and when it matters most, offering more ways to earn Hilton Honors Points, unlock elite member be efits, enjoy memorable stays and have access to curated experiences that can only be purchased with Hilton Honors Points.”
Elevated Rewards, From Everyday to Getaway
Designed to reward cardmembers both at home and when they travel, the Hilton Honors American Express® Card offers a suite of Hilton Honors and American Express benefits that make everyday spending more rewarding.
Complimentary Hilton Honors Gold Status
• Cardmembers receive complimentary Hilton Honors Gold Status, unlocking benefits on
eligible stays, including Bonus Points, a Daily Food & Beverage Credit or continental
breakfast (varies by brand and region), space-available room upgrades, digital check-in,
complimentary Wi-Fi and more.
Earn 50,000 Bonus Hilton Honors Points Annually• Cardmembers who spend $12,000 in a calendar year can earn 50,000 Bonus Hilton Honors
Points annually, helping them reach their next Hilton stay even faster.
Accelerated Hilton Honors Point Earning
Cardmembers can earn:
• 6X Hilton Honors Points on eligible purchases made at Hilton properties
• 4X Hilton Honors Points on eligible gas, grocery and dining purchases in Canada
- 2X Hilton Honors Points on all other eligible purchases
Opportunity to Earn Hilton Honors Diamond Status
• Cardmembers who spend $40,000 on the Card in a calendar year will earn an upgrade to
Hilton Honors Diamond Status, including additional premium benefits, such as executive
lounge access, 48-hour room guarantee and 100 percent more Points on eligible Hilton
stays.
The Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino. Photo courtesy Hilton Aruba Caribbean Resort & Casino.
Unlock More with Hilton Honors
• Cardmembers will enjoy signature benefits, including no blackout dates on reward stays,
no resort fees on stays booked entirely with Points and the flexibility to combine Points and
money to get closer to their next getaway. Members can also take advantage of the Fifth
Night Free benefit on eligible reward stays booked entirely with Points, extending the value
of their Points and helping make travel experiences even more rewarding.
The Powerful Backing of American Express
• In addition to Hilton Honors benefits, Cardmembers enjoy access to a range of American
Express benefits, including Member Benefits, Front Of The Line® Presale access, travel
insurance coverage, and 24/7 Global Assist services.
The Card has a $150 annual fee, with supplementary cards offered at no additional cost.
To learn more about the Hilton Honors American Express® Card please visit
https://www.americanexpress.com/en-ca/credit-cards/apply/personal/hilton-honors
