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The strongest welcome‑bonus offers right now come from the Marriott Bonvoy co‑branded American Express cards, which top out at 200,000 points or even five free‑night certificates.
Top hotel‑card welcome bonuses
- Marriott Bonvoy (Amex) – 200 K points – The newest Marriott Amex cards deliver a “best ever” 200,000‑point welcome bonus, translating to roughly $1,200–$1,400 in travel value FrequentMiler .
- Marriott Bonvoy Business – 5 free nights – For a $125 annual fee you can earn five complimentary free‑night certificates as the welcome bonus TravelUpdate .
- Hilton Aspire – 175 K points + 1 free night – The premium Hilton Aspire card offers 175,000 points and a free‑night certificate, the highest Hilton welcome bonus listed TravelUpdate .
- Hilton Surpass – 130 K points + 1 free night – A solid mid‑tier option with 130,000 points and a free night after $3,000 spend in six months TravelUpdate TravelUpdate .
Why the Marriott offers stand out
- Point volume – 200,000 points is the largest point‑based welcome bonus among the cards listed.
- Free‑night value – Five free nights can easily exceed the monetary value of many point bonuses, especially at higher‑tier Marriott properties.
- Annual‑fee offset – The Business card’s $125 fee is modest compared with the value of the free‑night certificates.
If you’re looking for the absolute maximum welcome‑bonus value, the Marriott Bonvoy cards—particularly the 200,000‑point offer or the 5‑free‑night Business card—are the clear leaders.
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