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Hilton Overhauls Honors for 2026, Unveils Exclusive Diamond Reserve Tier

The revamp concentrates premium perks on heavy spenders, easing entry to mid-tier status.

Overview

  • All changes begin Jan. 1, 2026, and members will qualify under the new rules then, with any status already earned under 2025 rules remaining in place for 2026.
  • Diamond Reserve debuts as the new top tier requiring 80 nights or 40 stays plus $18,000 in eligible annual spend.
  • Benefits for Diamond Reserve include confirmable at-booking upgrades (up to a one-bedroom suite for stays up to seven nights), guaranteed 4 p.m. checkout, Premium Club and lounge access, 24/7 dedicated support, and a 120% points bonus.
  • Qualification thresholds drop in 2026 to Gold at 15 stays, 25 nights, or $6,000 spend and Diamond at 25 stays, 50 nights, or $11,500 spend, while Silver remains unchanged.
  • Rollover nights are discontinued, with 2025 rollovers counting only toward 2026; base points at Homewood Suites and Spark fall to 5 points per dollar on Jan. 8, 2026, and owner materials indicate Hilton estimated roughly 4% of Diamonds (about 50,000–55,000) would qualify for Diamond Reserve.