Hotel loyalty programs reward frequent travellers with perks like free nights, upgrades, and exclusive benefits. From boutique stays to luxury chains, these programs are essential for maximising the value of your hotel bookings. Check below for tips and guides on how to make the most of hotel loyalty programs.
AFF editor Matt Graham shares his strategy for earning Diamond Elite status in the IHG One Rewards hotel loyalty program each year.
Our guide to IHG One Rewards benefits explains exactly what you get with Silver, Gold, Platinum or Diamond Elite status, as well as the Milestone Rewards.
With Hilton Honors elite status, you can enjoy upgrades, free breakfast, executive lounge access and more.
PARKROYAL is the best Melbourne Airport hotel, followed by Holiday Inn. Mantra is also a good value option a short drive away from Tullamarine Airport, and two new Accor hotels will soon open near Terminal 4.
Qantas Frequent Flyer members can get a fast-track to Accor Live Limitless (ALL) Gold status by registering for this offer and staying 3 nights at an Accor hotel.
World of Hyatt is the loyalty program of Hyatt. Discover the World of Hyatt program, and learn how to maximise your value.
The Marriott Bonvoy status challenge offers a simple shortcut to Gold Elite or Platinum Elite status. You just need to stay a minimum number of nights within 90 days.
Hotel club lounges offer a space to relax or have meetings, with complimentary food, drinks and other services. You can gain access with the right room type or elite hotel status.
Accor Live Limitless (ALL) doesn't exactly make it easy to speak to a real person at its customer service department. But there are 3 ways to get in touch.
We're seeing a new trend of airline and hotel loyalty programs reserving certain elite benefits for members who earned their status through actual flights or nights.
Hotel concierges can help with simple tasks like booking taxis, train tickets and restaurant tables, right through to arranging tours.
Compared to other hotel loyalty programs, my experience as a Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite member has been consistently underwhelming.