Hotel points have a wider value range than airline miles — from 0.4¢ per point with Radisson to 2.0¢ with Accor. Understanding which programs give you the most bang for your points is essential before booking an award stay.
Accor ALL (2.0¢) leads the pack with strong fixed-rate redemptions across their global portfolio including Fairmont, Sofitel, and Raffles. World of Hyatt (1.7¢) is the perennial favorite among points enthusiasts, though their May 2026 award chart update may shift values. Hyatt’s strength lies in Category 1–4 properties where cash rates are high relative to points required.
Wyndham Rewards (0.8¢) offers predictable value with flat-rate redemptions at 7,500/15,000/30,000 points per night. Choice Privileges (0.75¢) is similar — best at mid-range properties. Marriott Bonvoy (0.7¢) has the biggest portfolio but dynamic pricing makes value inconsistent.
Best Western Rewards (0.6¢), Hilton Honors (0.5¢), IHG One Rewards (0.5¢), and Radisson Rewards (0.4¢) generally offer below-average per-point value. However, Hilton compensates with high earn rates — you accumulate 3–4x more points per stay than Hyatt, partially offsetting the lower CPP.
Book during peak travel seasons when cash rates are highest — your fixed points cost stays the same (with fixed charts) while the CPP value soars. Category 1 Hyatt properties in expensive cities can yield 3–4¢ per point. Also watch for points + cash options which sometimes offer better value than pure points bookings.