Get a unique Hilton Honors redemption at Old Trafford cricket ground

As you can see from the picture below, the Hilton Garden Inn hotel at Old Trafford cricket ground in Manchester occupies a unique position. Many of the rooms directly overlook the pitch.

This has allowed Hilton to offer a fantastic ‘buy it now’ points redemption this Summer. Have a read at this:

“The Red Hot Chili Peppers are coming to Emirates Old Trafford in 2022! The Californian rock group will be embarking on their highly anticipated world tour including an unmissable show in Manchester on June 22, 2022. Enjoy the concert from a totally unique hospitality experience – from the comfort of your own room at Hilton Garden Inn Manchester Emirates Old Trafford with a private balcony, you’ll have one of the best views in the house.

This experience for two (2) includes:
-Two concert tickets to watch the show from your private balcony
-A hamper for two to enjoy during the concert
-Access to the Resident’s Bar at Hilton Garden Inn Manchester Emirates Old Trafford
-One (1) night stay at Hilton Garden Inn Manchester Emirates Old Trafford from June 22-23, 2022
-Breakfast for two at Hilton Garden Inn Emirates Old Trafford on June 23, 2022″

This will cost you 115,000 points as a ‘buy it now’ redemption.

Hilton also has an Executive Box for the concert. 70,000 points – which I consider good value – gets you two tickets for the suite plus a buffet before the event and drinks throughout the night.

There were also Harry Styles tickets available but they disappeared very quickly. As of last night there was one pair of VIP suite hospitality tickets left for 135,000 Hilton Honors points.

You can book via the Hilton ‘experiences’ website here. Our full review of Hilton Honors is here.

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How to earn Hilton Honors points and status from UK credit cards (April 2025)

There are various ways of earning Hilton Honors points from UK credit and debit cards.  Many cards also have generous sign-up bonuses.

There are two dedicated Hilton Honors debit cards. These are especially attractive when spending abroad due to the 0% or 0.5% FX fee, depending on card.

You also receive FREE Hilton Honors status for as long as you hold the debit cards – Gold status with the Plus card and Silver status with the basic card. This is a great reason to apply even if you rarely use it.

We reviewed the Hilton Honors Plus Debit Card here and the Hilton Honors Debit Card here.

You can apply for either card here.

SPECIAL OFFER: Until 30th April 2025, the annual fee on the basic Hilton Honors debit card is halved from £60 to £30. The sign-up bonus is also easier to earn – you need to spend £1,000 either in the UK or abroad within three months. The usual bonus rule requires you to spend the full £1,000 outside the UK.

NEW: Hilton Honors Plus Debit

10,000 bonus points, Hilton Gold status and NO FX fees Read our full review

NEW: Hilton Honors Debit

2,500 bonus points, Hilton Silver status and 0.5% FX fees Read our full review

There is another way of getting Hilton Honors status, and earning Hilton Honors points, from a payment card.

Holders of The Platinum Card from American Express receive FREE Hilton Honors Gold status for as long as they hold the card.  It also comes with Marriott Bonvoy Gold, Radisson Rewards Premium and MeliaRewards Gold status.

We reviewed American Express Platinum in detail here and you can apply here.

SPECIAL OFFER: Until 27th May 2025, the sign-up bonus on American Express Platinum is increased from 50,000 Membership Rewards points to a huge 80,000 points. Points convert 1:1 into Avios (80,000 Avios!) and many other programmes. Some people may see even higher personalised offers. Click here to apply.

The Platinum Card from American Express

80,000 bonus points and great travel benefits – for a large fee Read our full review

You can also earn Hilton Honors points indirectly with:

• American Express Gold (20,000 bonus Amex points)
• American Express Rewards Credit Card (10,000 bonus Amex points)

SPECIAL OFFER: Until 27th May 2025, the sign-up bonus on the ‘free for a year’ American Express Preferred Rewards Gold card is increased from 20,000 Membership Rewards points to 30,000 points. Points convert 1:1 into Avios (30,000 Avios!) and many other programmes. Some people may see even higher personalised offers. Click here to apply.

and for small business owners:

• American Express Business Gold (20,000 bonus Amex points)
• American Express Business Platinum (50,000 bonus Amex points)

The conversion rate from American Express to Hilton Honors points is 1:2.

Click here to read our detailed summary of all UK credit cards which can be used to earn Hilton Honors points.