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Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card

Earns Hilton Honors Counts Toward 5/24

Welcome Offer

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How to Earn Rewards

14x Hilton Honors points on eligible purchases made directly with hotels and resorts in the Hilton portfolio

7x Points on flights booked directly with airlines or AmexTravel.com, plus car rentals booked directly with select car rental companies

7x Points on dining at U.S. restaurants, including takeout and delivery

3x Points on all other eligible purchases

Key Benefits

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Annual Free Night Award

Receive one free night at any Hilton property worldwide each year in your first year of Card Membership and every year upon Card renewal.

$400 Hilton Resort Credit

Earn up to $200 in statement credits twice per year for eligible Hilton purchases each year ($200 semi-annually).

$200 Airline Credits

Get up to $50 in statement credits each quarter, for a total of up to $200 back each year, on flight purchases made directly with airlines or via AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™.

$209 Clear+ Credit

You can receive up to $209 in statement credits per calendar year after you sign up and pay for a Clear+ Membership (subject to auto-renewal).

$100 Waldorf Astoria & Conrad Property Credit

Enjoy up to $100 credit on qualifying charges at Waldorf Astoria® and Conrad® hotels with a 2-night minimum stay.

National Car Rental® Emerald Club Executive® Status

Receive perks like priority service with complimentary status. Card Members must enroll in the National Car Rental Emerald Club Executive status through their American Express online account using their Card. Terms apply.

Katie's Take

Why this card might (or might not) be right for you.

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If you're a frequent Hilton guest, the Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card is a good option. It can also be a good option to try for a year.

One great perk is the annual free night award. You get a free night award right when you open the card and then every year on your account anniversary. These free night awards are extremely valuable because they can be used at any Hilton.

While the annual fee is on the higher side, the benefits it offers can make it worthwhile if you use them.

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$400 Hilton Resort Credit Earn up to $200 in statement credits twice per year for eligible Hilton purchases each year ($200 semi-annually).

$200 Airline Credits Get up to $50 in statement credits each quarter, for a total of up to $200 back each year, on flight purchases made directly with airlines or via AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App™.

$209 Clear+ Credit You can receive up to $209 in statement credits per calendar year after you sign up and pay for a Clear+ Membership (subject to auto-renewal).

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Offer History

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Offer	Spend Req.	Date
175,000 PointsCurrentElevated	$6,000 in 6 months	Current as of June 2026; offer ends 7/29/26
100,000 Points	$6,000 in 6 months	Historical low
180,000 PointsElevated	$6,000 in 6 months	Historical high
175,000 PointsElevated	$6,000 in 6 months	Recurring elevated (last: 1/14/26 + earlier exp.)
150,000 Points	$6,000 in 6 months	Ended second quarter 2026