If you hold Hilton Diamond status and have an Amex Platinum or Business Platinum card, you might be wondering whether you can stack your elite perks with the benefits from Amex Fine Hotels & Resorts (FHR) or The Hotel Collection (THC). The answer? It depends on the property and how they handle elite benefits on third-party bookings. But from my experience, the answer is usually no, Hilton properties typically do not stack elite benefits when booking through Amex Fine Hotels & Resorts or The Hotel Collection.
That said, the benefits from both programs are already insanely good, so even if Hilton Diamond perks don’t apply, you’re still in for a fantastic stay. And most importantly, always ask because sometimes, hotels make exceptions, and it can be worth thousands in value.
How Hilton Treats FHR & THC Bookings
Hilton’s terms and conditions state that elite benefits (including room upgrades, late checkout, and free breakfast) may not apply to bookings made through third parties, which includes Amex FHR and The Hotel Collection. However, in practice, many Hilton properties still honor elite benefits on these reservations, particularly for Diamond members.
Fine Hotels & Resorts (FHR) & Hilton Diamond Status
FHR Benefits Include:
- Guaranteed 4 PM late checkout
- Complimentary breakfast for two
- Room upgrade (subject to availability)
- $100 property credit (When staying 2 nights)
- Early check-in (when available)
- Complimentary Wi-Fi
Since Hilton Diamond status also offers breakfast, upgrades, and late checkout, the biggest potential double dip here is getting both the FHR and Hilton upgrades (if the hotel allows it), as well as an additional $100 property credit from FHR on top of any Diamond benefits.
What to Expect:
- Most Hilton hotels will still recognize your Diamond status, even on an FHR booking, but this is at the hotel’s discretion.
- You should still receive your Hilton points and elite night credits for FHR bookings.
- If the hotel already includes free breakfast through FHR, you may not get an extra dining credit from Hilton.
- Stacking upgrades is possible, some hotels will honor both the FHR upgrade and the Hilton Diamond upgrade, potentially scoring you a better room.
The Hotel Collection (THC) & Hilton Diamond Status
Key Differences from FHR:
- THC only includes a $100 property credit and a room upgrade (if available).
- You must book at least a two-night stay.
THC doesn’t guarantee perks like free breakfast or 4 PM late checkout, which makes Hilton Diamond benefits more useful here. However, because THC bookings are still considered third-party, some Hilton properties may not honor elite perks.
What to Expect:
- You may still get a room upgrade through both THC and Hilton Diamond.
- Breakfast is NOT included with THC, but Diamond status could get you free breakfast.
- Late checkout is NOT guaranteed, but Diamond status might help.
- Like FHR, points and elite nights should post, but it depends on the hotel.
Best Strategy for Maximizing Benefits
- Always provide your Hilton Honors number at check-in to increase the chances of getting elite perks.
- Call the hotel in advance to confirm whether they honor Hilton Diamond benefits on FHR/THC bookings.
- FHR is the better option if you’re choosing between FHR and THC, since it includes breakfast and guaranteed late checkout.
- If you want to earn more Hilton points and status nights, booking directly with Hilton is safest, but you’d lose out on the FHR/THC perks.
Final Verdict
- FHR + Hilton Diamond is an excellent combo, often leading to double upgrades, extra credits, and a premium stay experience.
- THC + Hilton Diamond is more hit-or-miss, but still a good option if you want to stack a $100 credit with elite perks.
- Always verify with the hotel before assuming all benefits will stack.
Have you successfully stacked Hilton Diamond with FHR or THC? Share your experience in the comments!
