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Hilton Honors Surpass Card Review (2026)

Hilton's mid-tier co-brand card with automatic Gold status, a path to Diamond via spend, and a quarterly Hilton statement credit.

Annual fee
$150
Welcome bonus
Earn 130,000 bonus points
Annual fee
$150
Welcome bonus
Earn 130,000 bonus points after spending $3,000 in purchases in the first 6 months
Rewards rate
12X at Hilton properties; 6X at U.S. restaurants, supermarkets, and gas stations; 4X on U.S. online retail; 3X on all other purchases.
Points value
~0.5¢ per Hilton point
Credit score
Good to Excellent (670–850)
Network
American Express
Foreign tx fee
None

Annual credits & benefits

Hilton Credit

Quarterly ($50/quarter)

$200

Up to $50 in statement credits each quarter (up to $200 annually) on eligible purchases made directly with Hilton properties.

Tip: Charge dining, spa, or room folio purchases at a Hilton property each quarter — $50 per window, no rollover.

Is the $150 fee worth it?

Ideal for

  • Hilton stays
  • Gold status
  • Quarterly Hilton credit

Not ideal for

  • Infrequent travelers who rarely fly or stay at hotels
  • Those who prefer cash back over travel rewards
  • Budget-conscious consumers avoiding annual fees

How we rate & review credit cards

CreditMilesGuru's editorial team evaluates cards on annual-fee value, welcome bonus, ongoing earn rates, transfer-partner quality, travel protections, credits and perks, and the current competitive landscape. Our ratings are independent — we are not paid by issuers to rate cards favorably. This review was last updated June 2026.

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Hilton Honors Surpass Card Review — Updated June 2026: Benefits, Fees & Verdict | Credit Miles Guru