Amex Offers 30% Bonus on MR to Hilton Points Transfers
American Express is offering a 30% bonus on transfers from its US Membership Rewards program to Hilton Honors, running from September 1 to October 14
American Express has launched a 30% conversion bonus for US cardholders transferring points to Hilton Honors. The promotion is valid for transfers made between September 1 and October 14, 2026.
Under the offer, the standard transfer ratio of 1 Amex Membership Rewards point to 2 Hilton Honors points is improved by 30%. This means transferring 1,000 MR points yields 2,600 Hilton points instead of the usual 2,000. According to the source, this can make each transferred MR point worth approximately 1.3 US cents, based on the frequent sales price of Hilton points at half a cent each.
Transfer Details and Value
The promotion requires a minimum transfer of 1,000 Membership Rewards points. The source notes that Hilton Honors points are often available for purchase at 0.5 cents apiece, providing a benchmark for valuing this bonus. The table below outlines the conversion details.
| Transfer Details | Standard Ratio | With 30% Bonus |
|---|---|---|
| Amex MR Points | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| Hilton Honors Points | 2,000 | 2,600 |
| Approx. Point Value | 1.0 cent | 1.3 cents |
Cardholders must allow up to eight weeks for the bonus points to be posted to their Hilton accounts after the transfer is completed.
Eligibility and Key Terms
Participation requires an eligible US Membership Rewards account and enrollment in the Hilton Honors program. American Express states the offer is non-transferable and cannot be combined with other promotions.
The company has outlined several conditions that can render an account ineligible. All cards linked to a member's Rewards account must be in good standing, not canceled, past due, or associated with a returned payment. Accounts linked only to certain legacy card products or specific checking accounts are also excluded. "If American Express has determined that you have engaged in abuse, misuse, or gaming in connection with your American Express products, you are not eligible for this offer," the terms state.
Program Rules and Limitations
Once points are transferred from Amex to Hilton, the transaction is irreversible. The converted points immediately fall under the terms and conditions of the Hilton Honors program. American Express explicitly disclaims responsibility for the availability of hotel rewards or accommodations within Hilton's system.
The offer is scheduled to run from 12:00 a.m. Mountain Time on September 1, 2026, until 11:59 p.m. Mountain Time on October 14, 2026. However, American Express reserves the sole right to alter or terminate the promotion at any time.
