Overview
- Hilton acknowledged a forthcoming Honors refresh in a playful Instagram post, signaling changes without releasing formal terms or a start date.
- Multiple outlets report a new Diamond Reserve tier above Diamond that would require 80 nights or 40 stays plus $18,000 in qualifying annual spend.
- Reported benefits include a 120% points bonus on stays and a 120-night milestone choice that adds a confirmable upgrade option alongside bonus points.
- Coverage indicates qualification thresholds for existing tiers could be reduced by roughly 30% starting in 2026, though permanence and exact mechanics remain unclear.
- Analyses link the move to crowding from credit card–granted Diamond status via the Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card, with some reports also noting a possible invitation-only tier and a potential early-2026 rollout.