Best Credit Cards – December 2023

To make choosing your next card a bit easier, we've ranked the best credit card offers below with an eye toward those that can help you book luxury travel. Factors include: the welcome/sign-up bonus, bonus categories, and perks/benefits.

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Best Credit Cards — Hotel

The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Card
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The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Card
Current Offer
5 Free Nights
Earn 3 free nights (up to 50,000 each) after you spend $5,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening. Note: These card details have been collected independently by STTP and have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.
Annual Fee
$95
Terms apply.
Why We Like It

You’ll receive an annual free night certificate (worth up to 35k points) and 15 elite night credits which make it much easier to earn Platinum Elite status.

IHG® One Rewards Premier Credit Card
Chase 5/24 rule applies
IHG® One Rewards Premier Credit Card
Current Offer
140,000 Bonus Points
after spending $3,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening. Plus, you'll earn up to $100 in IHG statement credit toward purchases at IHG that can be used within 12 months of account opening.
Annual Fee
$99
Terms apply.
Why We Like It

A free night certificate on your account anniversary worth up to 40k points, 4th night free on award bookings, and Platinum Elite status make this a card worth considering.

IHG Rewards Premier Business Credit Card
Chase 5/24 rule applies
IHG Rewards Premier Business Credit Card
Current Offer
140,000 IHG Points
after spending $3,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening
Annual Fee
$99
Terms apply.
Why We Like It

A solid option for business owners (and anyone with a side hustle) to earn some IHG points.

World of Hyatt Business Credit Card
Chase 5/24 rule applies
World of Hyatt Business Credit Card
Current Offer
60,000 Bonus Points
60,000 Bonus Points after you spend $5,000 on purchases in your first 3 months from account opening.
Annual Fee
$199
Terms apply.
Why We Like It

A solid welcome bonus plus the ability to earn elite nights per $10,000, it’s a great business card option for those who like Hyatt.

World of Hyatt Credit Card
Chase 5/24 rule applies
World of Hyatt Credit Card
Current Offer
60,000 Bonus Points
Earn 30,000 Bonus Points after you spend $3,000 on purchases in your first 3 months from account opening. Plus, up to 30,000 More Bonus Points by earning 2 Bonus Points total per $1 spent in the first 6 months from account opening on purchases that normally earn 1 Bonus Point, on up to $15,000 spent. Note: These card details have been collected independently by STTP and have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.
Annual Fee
$95
Terms apply.
Why We Like It

You’ll get an annual free night certificate for a Category 1-4 property and you can earn a second by spending $15,000 in a year. You’ll get 5 elite nights each year with the card plus you can earn 2 elite nights per $5,000 spent.

Hilton American Express Aspire Card
Hilton American Express Aspire Card
Current Offer
180,000 Hilton Honors Points
after spending $6,000 within the first 6 months. Note: These card details have been collected independently by STTP and have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.
Annual Fee
$450
Terms apply.
Why We Like It

Provides Diamond status which makes it an excellent card for those who regularly stay at Hilton properties. You’ll also receive a free weekend night certificate your first year and after you renew each year.

Marriott Bonvoy Business American Express Card
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Marriott Bonvoy Business American Express Card
Current Offer
3 Free Night Awards
Earn 3 Free Night Awards Card to make $8,000 in purchases within the first 6 months of Card Membership. Each Free Night Award is worth 50,000 Marriott Bonvoy points and can be topped off with up to 15,000 points.
Annual Fee
$125
Terms apply.
Why We Like It

A solid welcome bonus, 15 elite night credits each year, plus an annual free night certificate (up to 35,000 points) makes this a solid business card option for those who stay with Marriott.

Hilton Honors American Express Surpass Card
Hilton Honors American Express Surpass Card
Current Offer
170,000 Hilton Honors Points
after you spend $3,000 in purchases on the Card in the first 6 months Note: These card details have been collected independently by STTP and have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.
Annual Fee
$95
Terms apply.
Why We Like It

Cardholders receive complimentary Hilton Gold status. Earn a Free Night Reward when you spend $15,000 in a calendar year. Earn Diamond by spending $40,000 on the card in a calendar year.

Hilton Honors American Express Business Card
Hilton Honors American Express Business Card
Current Offer
130,000 Hilton Honors Points
after spending $3,000 within the first three months. Note: These card details have been collected independently by STTP and have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.
Annual Fee
$95
Terms apply.
Why We Like It

As a cardholder you’ll get Hilton Gold status which provides free breakfast at many Hilton brands. Additionally, you can earn up to two free weekend night certificates. You’ll also receive 10 passes to Priority Pass lounges.

Hilton Honors Card
Hilton Honors Card
Current Offer
100,000 Hilton Honors Points
after you spend $2,000 in purchases on the Card in the first 6 months. Note: These card details have been collected independently by STTP and have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.
Annual Fee
$0
Terms apply.
Why We Like It

Cardholders receive Hilton Silver status. Earn Gold Status when you spend $20,000 on the Card in a calendar year.

Marriott Bonvoy Bevy
Marriott Bonvoy Bevy
Current Offer
85,000 Bonus Points
Earn 85,000 Marriott Bonvoy bonus points after you use your new Card to make $5,000 in purchases within the first 6 months of Card Membership.
Annual Fee
$250
Terms apply.
Why We Like It

Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant™ American Express® Card
Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant™ American Express® Card
Current Offer
95,000 Marriott Bonvoy Points
Earn 95,000 Marriott Bonvoy points after you spend $6,000 in purchases on the Card in your first 6 months.
Annual Fee
$650
Terms apply.
Why We Like It

The annual $300 Marriott credit plus an annual free night certificate worth up to 50,000 points can really help offset the annual fee. It also comes with Priority pass Select membership so you can access plenty of airport lounges. Note: These card details have been collected independently by STTP and have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.

Wyndham Rewards Earner Plus Card
Wyndham Rewards Earner Plus Card
Current Offer
75,000 Wyndam Points
after spending $1,000 on purchases in the first 90 days. Free nights can require up to 30,000 points per bedroom at participating properties and are subject to availability. Resort fees may apply and cannot be paid with points. Note: These card details have been collected independently by STTP and have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.
Annual Fee
$75
Terms apply.
Why We Like It

You get complimentary Platinum status + 7,500 points on your account anniversary.

Wyndham Rewards Earner Business Card
Wyndham Rewards Earner Business Card
Current Offer
75,000 Wyndam Points
Earn 50,000 bonus points after spending $3,000 on purchases in the first 90 days and earn 25,000 bonus points after spending $10,000 within the first 12 months. Free nights can require up to 30,000 points per bedroom at participating properties and are subject to availability. Resort fees may apply and cannot be paid with points. Note: These card details have been collected independently by STTP and have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.
Annual Fee
$75
Terms apply.
Why We Like It

You get complimentary Diamond status + 15,000 points on your account anniversary.

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