American Express

Hilton Honors American Express Card

Best for Hilton travelers wanting no annual fee

Welcome bonus

80,000 points

after $2,000 spend within 6 months

Earn 80,000 Hilton Honors points after $2,000 in purchases within the first 6 months.

Annual fee: No annual fee
Spend required: $2,000
Credit score needed: Very Good (740-799)

Why this card

A good honeymoon card if you want to earn Hilton points without committing to an annual fee. The welcome bonus can reduce hotel costs, and Silver status provides an easy entry point into Hilton Honors perks.

Perks

No annual fee
Hilton Honors Silver status
No foreign transaction fees
Ability to earn Gold status after qualifying annual spend

Everyday earn rates

7X Hilton; 5X U.S. restaurants, supermarkets and gas stations; 3X other purchases