Hotel Rewards – Earn Points, Free Nights & Exclusive Perks

What is IHG One Rewards?

IHG One Rewards is the official loyalty programme of InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), covering 17 hotel brands across over 6,000 properties in more than 100 countries. It’s free to join and allows members to earn points for hotel stays, dining, and purchases, which can then be redeemed for a variety of rewards.

You can earn and redeem points at brands including:

• Holiday Inn / Holiday Inn Express
• InterContinental Hotels & Resorts
• Hotel Indigo
• voco
• Crowne Plaza
• Staybridge Suites
• Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants
• Even Hotels
• Six Senses (luxury wellness)
• HUALUXE (China-based luxury)
• Regent Hotels & Resorts
   

You can earn points through:

• Hotel stays (base earn rate of 10 points per $1 USD spent on qualifying stays)
• Dining and bar purchases at participating properties
• IHG credit cards (currently only available in certain regions)
• Partner offers, such as car hire, shopping, and airlines
• Bonus point packages or limited-time promotions via the IHG app or website
   

IHG points can be redeemed for:

• Free nights at IHG hotels (no blackout dates on standard rooms)
• Points & Cash bookings (a mix of points and money)
• Shopping and gift cards through IHG’s online catalogue
• Donations to charity
• Experiences and event access via partnerships
   

Free nights typically start from around 5,000 points (with dynamic pricing), depending on the hotel and date.

 Club Member (Entry-Level – Free to Join)

Everyone starts at the Club tier once they join the programme. At this level, you get access to exclusive member rates, free Wi-Fi, the ability to earn points on stays, and access to IHG promotions. It’s a solid foundation with no commitment needed.

Silver Elite (After 10 Nights or 10,000 Points)

Once you’ve stayed 10 nights or earned 10,000 points in a calendar year, you’re upgraded to Silver Elite. This tier gives you a 20% point earning bonus, meaning you collect points faster with every stay. You’ll also be eligible for priority late checkout (subject to availability), which is great for a more relaxed travel experience.

Gold Elite (After 20 Nights or 20,000 Points)

Gold Elite status adds a 40% point earning bonus, helping you stack up reward nights even faster. You also receive priority check-in and a better chance at room preferences being met, giving you a slightly more streamlined and tailored experience on arrival.

Platinum Elite (After 40 Nights or 60,000 Points)

With Platinum Elite, the benefits start to feel truly rewarding. You’ll receive a 60% bonus on points, plus complimentary room upgrades (when available), early check-in, and a higher priority for late checkout. This tier is especially popular with frequent business travellers and those taking multiple breaks throughout the year.

Diamond Elite (After 70 Nights or 120,000 Points)

The highest public tier, Diamond Elite is where you get the VIP treatment. This includes a 100% bonus on points, dedicated Diamond support, and a welcome amenity (like a free breakfast or food and beverage credit, depending on the hotel brand). You’ll also have the highest priority for upgrades, early check-in, and late checkout—making your stay as seamless and indulgent as possible.

• No blackout dates on free night redemptions for standard rooms
• Points never expire if you earn or redeem within a 12-month period
• Exclusive member rates when booking direct through IHG
• Flexibility to combine points and cash
• Access to promotions and flash sales throughout the year
   

• Strong UK presence with Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Crowne Plaza, and voco properties across major cities and regional areas
• Easy to earn and redeem whether travelling domestically or abroad
• Great for business and leisure travellers, with options from budget to luxury

Marriott Bonvoy is the loyalty programme of Marriott International, covering over 30 hotel brands and more than 8,500 properties worldwide, including a growing presence across the UK and Europe. The programme allows you to earn and redeem points on hotel stays, dining, experiences, and more, while climbing through elite tiers that unlock increasingly valuable perks.

Whether you're travelling for business, planning a family getaway, or enjoying luxury escapes, Marriott Bonvoy is built to reward you every step of the way.

Hotel Brands in the UK and Worldwide

Marriott Bonvoy offers options across every price point and travel style, including:

• Luxury: The Ritz-Carlton, St. Regis, EDITION, JW Marriott, W Hotels
• Premium: Marriott Hotels, Sheraton, Le Méridien, Renaissance, Westin
• Select: Moxy, Courtyard by Marriott, AC Hotels, Four Points
• Long Stay: Residence Inn, Element, TownePlace Suites
• Distinctive Collection: Autograph Collection, Tribute Portfolio, Design Hotels
   

This extensive portfolio makes Marriott Bonvoy especially appealing to travellers who want variety, consistency, and global coverage.

How to Earn Marriott Bonvoy Points

Points are primarily earned through:

• Eligible stays at Marriott hotels (usually 10 base points per US dollar spent)
• On-property dining and spa purchases, even without an overnight stay (at participating hotels)
• Booking direct via the Marriott website or app
• Marriott Bonvoy credit cards (not yet widely available in the UK, but possible via global cards)
• Partner activity, including car hire, flights, and travel portals
   

Members also earn bonus points based on elite status, increasing your total as you move up the tiers.

How to Redeem Points

Marriott Bonvoy points can be redeemed for:

• Free night awards at Marriott hotels (ranging from 5,000 to 100,000+ points per night, depending on demand and brand)
• PointSavers deals for discounted award stays
• Cash + Points stays
• Airline miles (with over 40 airline partners)
• Marriott Bonvoy Moments (access to exclusive events and experiences)
• Gift cards, charity donations, and other shopping options via the rewards catalogue
   

One of the best redemptions remains free hotel nights, especially when using the fifth night free perk—available on standard point redemptions for 5+ night bookings.

Marriott Bonvoy Membership Tiers – Explained

There are six membership levels—from basic entry-level to elite status tiers that reward loyalty with valuable benefits:

• Member (Free to join): You start earning points from your first stay, receive access to member rates, mobile check-in, and free in-room internet.
• Silver Elite (10 nights per year): Offers 10% bonus points on stays and priority late checkout (when available).
• Gold Elite (25 nights per year): Adds 25% bonus points, room upgrades (when available), 2pm late checkout, and a welcome gift of points at check-in.
• Platinum Elite (50 nights per year): This is where the real perks kick in—50% bonus points, enhanced room upgrades including suites (when available), lounge access, guaranteed 4pm late checkout, and a welcome gift (points, breakfast, or amenity depending on the brand).
• Titanium Elite (75 nights per year): Unlocks 75% bonus points, greater upgrade priority, and the ability to select additional Annual Choice Benefits (such as 5 Suite Night Awards).
• Ambassador Elite (100 nights + $23,000 USD annual spend): The top tier, offering all Titanium benefits plus a dedicated Marriott Ambassador and access to Your24 (flexible 24-hour check-in/check-out at select hotels).
   

Extra Programme Benefits

• Fifth Night Free: Book 5 nights with points, pay for only 4—applies automatically to standard redemptions.
• Suite Night Awards: Selectable as an Annual Choice Benefit, they give you access to confirmed suite upgrades ahead of your stay.
• Status Match: Marriott occasionally offers promotions to match elite status from competing hotel programmes.
• Lifetime Status: Available to long-term members who reach specific milestones for years of membership and elite nights.
   

Why It’s Great for UK Travellers

Marriott Bonvoy is perfect for UK-based travellers thanks to:

• Wide hotel coverage across major cities (London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Birmingham) and holiday hotspots in Europe
• Flexible redemption options across business and leisure properties
• Generous elite benefits at mid- and upper-tier levels
• Frequent promotions and seasonal offers, especially when booking direct

Hilton Honors is the official loyalty programme of Hilton, designed to reward travellers with points, perks and personalised experiences across more than 9,000 locations worldwide. With 25 distinct hotel brands, Hilton Honors remains a strong choice for both regular and occasional travellers. Whether you are booking a family break, a city centre stay, a business trip or a luxury escape, Hilton Honors allows you to earn points, unlock exclusive benefits and enhance every stay. 

Hilton’s growing brand portfolio includes everything from affordable stays to premium and luxury options.

Luxury: Waldorf Astoria, Conrad, LXR Hotels & Resorts
Premium and Upscale: Signia by Hilton, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Curio Collection by Hilton, Canopy by Hilton, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, Graduate by Hilton
Midscale and Focused Service: DoubleTree by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton by Hilton, Spark by Hilton, Tru by Hilton, Motto by Hilton
Extended Stay and Specialist Stays: Embassy Suites by Hilton, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton, LivSmart Studios by Hilton

Hilton also continues to expand its reach through additional collections and partnerships, giving members even more ways to stay, earn and redeem points. This broad range makes Hilton Honors useful for a wide mix of travellers and trip types. 

Hilton Honors members earn points primarily through:

Stays at Hilton hotels, with 10 base points per $1 USD spent at most brands
Some brands earn at lower rates, with Home2 Suites, Homewood Suites, Spark and Tru earning 5 base points per $1, and LivSmart Studios earning 3 base points per $1
Eligible room charges billed to your stay

Hilton Honors credit cards, primarily in selected markets such as the US
Partner activity, promotions and selected travel or lifestyle offers
Milestone Bonuses, including 10,000 bonus points for every 10 nights after your first 40 nights in a calendar year 

One of the biggest changes to the current programme is that base points no longer count towards elite status qualification. Members still earn points for redemption, but status is now earned through qualifying nights, stays or eligible spend. 

Hilton Honors offers flexible redemption options, including:

Free nights, with redemptions starting from 5,000 points at selected properties
Points & Money, allowing you to combine points with cash for more flexibility
Premium room rewards at participating hotels
Hilton Honors Experiences and selected partner rewards
Shopping, travel and other partner redemption options in certain markets 

Hilton also states that there are no blackout dates for reward stays, although standard room rewards remain subject to availability. That makes Hilton Honors one of the more flexible hotel loyalty schemes when it comes to actually using your points. 

There are now five status levels in Hilton Honors, each offering increasingly valuable benefits. 

Member (Free to Join):
Earn points on stays, access exclusive member rates, enjoy free Wi-Fi, and use digital check-in, room selection and Digital Key through the Hilton app. 

Silver (10 nights, 4 stays or $3,000 eligible spend per year):
Adds a 20% bonus on points, elite rollover nights and fifth night free on standard reward stays. 

Gold (25 nights, 15 stays or $6,000 eligible spend per year):
Offers an 80% points bonus, space-available room upgrades, and either daily food and beverage credit at selected brands in the US or complimentary continental breakfast at selected brands outside the US, depending on location and brand. 

Diamond (50 nights, 25 stays or $11,500 eligible spend per year):
Unlocks a 100% points bonus, executive lounge access, premium Wi-Fi, stronger upgrade benefits, and additional recognition benefits including elite status gifting opportunities. 

Diamond Reserve (80 nights or 40 stays, plus $18,000 eligible spend per year):
This is the new top tier in Hilton Honors. It includes all Diamond benefits, plus a 120% bonus on points and guaranteed 4pm late check-out, along with extra premium support and higher-tier recognition. 

Hilton Honors also includes a number of additional perks that can add real value:

Points pooling: Share or combine points with family and friends, with one member able to pool with up to 10 others
No resort fees on full reward stays: Resort fees are waived on stays booked entirely with points
Digital Key and contactless check-in: Available through the Hilton Honors app
Flexible on-property benefits: Food and beverage credit or breakfast benefits vary by brand and region for higher-tier members 

Hilton Honors remains an excellent choice for UK travellers because Hilton has a broad international footprint, strong city and airport coverage, and a wide spread of brands across different budgets. It works well whether you are looking for a reliable short break, a business stay, or a higher-end holiday. The programme is especially attractive for travellers who value direct booking discounts, flexible redemptions, reward-stay value, and the stronger perks available at Gold level and above. 

Genius is Booking.com’s loyalty programme, designed to reward repeat users with immediate benefits, including discounts on accommodation, free upgrades, and travel perks, hotel rewards, discounted hotel stays at thousands of properties across the globe. It’s completely free to join and available to anyone with a Booking.com account—making it one of the most accessible travel rewards programmes out there.

Rather than earning and redeeming points, Genius operates on a tiered access model, unlocking more benefits the more you book.

How It Works

Unlike traditional points-based schemes, Booking.com Genius is usage-based. As you make more bookings over time, you level up your Genius status and unlock more exclusive offers. Best of all, the discounts and perks apply instantly when you book eligible stays—no waiting, no collecting, and no blackout dates.

Genius Levels Explained

There are three tiers in the Genius programme:

Genius Level 1 (Unlocked after 2 completed stays in 2 years)

• 10% off the price of participating properties (usually applied to standard rooms)
• Perks apply to thousands of hotels worldwide
• Discount automatically applied when logged into your account
   

Genius Level 2 (Unlocked after 5 stays in 2 years)

• Everything from Level 1, plus:
• 15% discounts on selected properties
• Free breakfast at some participating hotels
• Free room upgrades where available
   

Genius Level 3 (Unlocked after 15 stays in 2 years)

• Includes all Level 1 & 2 benefits, plus:
• 20% discounts on select hotels
• Priority customer support
• Early check-in and late check-out at selected properties
• Exclusive access to top-rated listings only available to Level 3 members
   

Key Benefits of Genius

• No cost to join—simply create a Booking.com account
• No points or tracking needed—just book and enjoy perks
• Discounts apply instantly at thousands of properties
• Works globally, not tied to one hotel chain
• Great flexibility for casual or frequent travellers
• Applies to apartments, villas, hostels, and boutique hotels, not just big chains
   

Why It’s Great for UK Travellers

• Booking.com is a trusted platform for UK users, with strong availability across the UK and Europe
• Ideal for holidaymakers, business travellers, and weekend explorers who don’t want to commit to one hotel brand
• Genius discounts stack with many seasonal sales or mobile-only rates for even more savings
• A fantastic choice for those who value flexibility, instant perks, and global variety

Radisson Rewards is the loyalty programme of Radisson Hotel Group, offering a streamlined way to earn points, gain elite benefits and hotel rewards , and redeem rewards across a global network of hotels. It’s particularly strong in Europe, the UK, and key international cities, with a well-balanced portfolio of business-friendly and leisure-focused hotels.

Radisson Rewards is designed to be simple, transparent, and fast to benefit from, whether you’re an occasional traveller or a frequent guest.

Radisson Rewards includes several distinctive brands under its umbrella, offering a variety of styles and price points:

• Radisson Blu – Upscale hotels, ideal for business and city breaks
• Radisson RED – Trendy, modern hotels with bold designs
• Radisson Collection – Luxury hotels in iconic locations
• Radisson – Core upper-midscale brand for business and leisure
• Park Plaza – Full-service hotels in urban settings
• Park Inn by Radisson – Budget-friendly, practical hotels
• art’otel – Lifestyle-focused, art-inspired hotels (part of the wider Radisson network in Europe)
   

These brands are found throughout the UK, mainland Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and parts of Asia and North America.

How to Earn Radisson Rewards Points

Earning Radisson points is straightforward:

• Earn 8 points per US dollar spent on eligible stays, dining, and services at participating hotels
• Book direct through Radisson’s website or app to qualify
• Earn points through partner offers, including car rental and airline partnerships
• Business travellers may also benefit from the Radisson Rewards for Business programme, which allows companies or travel organisers to earn separate rewards for group bookings and meetings
   

How to Redeem Points

Radisson Rewards points can be redeemed for:

• Free nights at participating hotels with dynamic pricing (no blackout dates for standard rooms)
• Room upgrades and premium experiences
• Retail gift cards or merchandise via the online rewards catalogue
• Airline miles (transfer points to frequent flyer programmes)
• Charitable donations
   

There is no minimum points balance required for many redemptions when using the Points + Cash option, making it flexible even for occasional guests.

Radisson Rewards Tiers – Explained

Radisson Rewards keeps its tier system simple, with three clear levels:

• Club Member (Free to Join): Start earning points right away with every stay. Members enjoy exclusive member rates, in-hotel discounts, and access to the Radisson app for faster check-in and booking.
• Premium (5 nights or 3 stays per year): Unlocks 2x point earning rate (16 points per $1), complimentary upgrades (where available), and early check-in or late checkout. Premium members get access to higher-priority services and more personalised attention.
• VIP (30 nights or 20 stays per year): Designed for frequent guests, this tier offers 3x points per $1 spent (24 points), guaranteed room availability, premium room upgrades, dedicated VIP customer support, and complimentary breakfasts at select hotels.
   

Why It’s Great for UK Travellers

• Radisson has a strong presence in UK cities like London, Manchester, Leeds, Glasgow, and across Europe
• Radisson Blu and Park Plaza properties cater well to both business and leisure stays
• Points can be earned quickly and redeemed easily, without complicated thresholds or restrictions
• Ideal for those who travel within Europe frequently and want a no-fuss, high-value loyalty scheme