Rare availability: Conrad Bora Bora Nui award space wide open through March 2022
If you’ve been wanting to head to Bora Bora using your points, now might be the day to book.
According to Loyalty Lobby, there is currently wide open award space at the Conrad Bora Bora Nui from just 89,000 Hilton Honors points per night. This is a notoriously difficult property to book with points, with availability at the lower point rates typically quite scarce. However, through May 2022, you can book this resort on many dates for just 89,000 Hilton points per night.
Add in the fifth-night-free benefit and the average price for a five-night stay drops to 71,200 points per night. You’ll want to act quickly because there's no telling how long this availability will be around.
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The deal
Hotel: Conrad Bora Bora Nui
Cost: 89,000 points per night (plus the fifth night free)
Dates: Through May 2022
Pay with: The Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card for 14 points per dollar spent on spending at participating Hilton properties, Chase Sapphire Reserve (3x on travel) or Chase Sapphire Preferred Card (2x on travel).
The information for the Hilton Aspire card has been collected independently by The Points Guy. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.
Related: How points and miles helped my family book a dream vacation to Bora Bora
Sample dates
You can book the Conrad Bora Bora on points between now and May 2022. You should see lots of availability this fall and even in December.
Meanwhile, cash rates go as high as $1,101 on Dec. 21-23, 2021.
TPG values Hilton points at 0.6 cents each at so this is an exceptional use of points, getting you well over 1.2 cents in value. As mentioned, if you can take advantage of Hilton's fifth-night free benefit, you can bring the nightly rate down to just 71,200 points, which is incredible for a high-end Bora Bora resort.
Related: TPG review of the Conrad Bora Bora Nui
While award space is fairly plentiful, there are days when you'll see rates above 89,000 points per night. Be sure to check the "flexible dates" box in the search tool to see award availability across multiple dates. I would go an extra step and search in one-night increments for the best overview of availability.
Boost your Hilton point balance
There are a variety of ways to boost your Hilton balance for award redemptions like this. Credit card sign-up bonuses are the best way to stock up on lots of points, though that often takes several billing cycles while you complete the spending requirement.
You can also transfer American Express Membership Rewards to Hilton Honors instantly at a 1:2 ratio. This isn't usually the best option, since Amex Membership Rewards are valued at 2 cents each, which is less than the value you'll get out of your Hilton points for this award.
Still, it's worth knowing if you're a couple of thousand points short of an award night at the Conrad Bora Bora Nui. You can also currently purchase Hilton points at about 1 cent each, which could help you close the gap to the booking you want.
And once you have your resort stay lined up, here are some ways you can fly to Tahiti using your airline miles.
Related: The best credit cards for paying taxes and fees on award tickets
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- Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked directly with airlines or on amextravel.com.
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| 4X | Earn 4X Membership Rewards® Points at Restaurants, plus takeout and delivery in the U.S. |
| 4X | Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points at U.S. supermarkets (on up to $25,000 per calendar year in purchases, then 1X). |
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Why We Chose It
There's a lot to love about the Amex Gold card. It's been a fan favorite during the pandemic because of its fantastic rewards rate on restaurants (that includes takeout and delivery in the U.S.!) and U.S. supermarkets. If you're hitting the skies soon, you'll also earn bonus points on travel. Paired with up to $120 in Uber Cash (for U.S. Uber rides or Uber Eats orders) and up to $120 in annual dining statement credits at eligible partners, there's no reason that the foodie shouldn't add this card to their wallet. Enrollment required.Pros
- 4x on dining at restaurants and U.S. supermarkets (on the first $25,000 in purchases per calendar year; then 1x)
- 3x on flights booked directly with the airline or with Amex Travel
- Welcome bonus of 60,000 points after spending $4,000 in the first six months
Cons
- Weak on travel outside of flights and everyday spending bonus categories
- Not as useful for those living outside the U.S.
- Some may have trouble using Uber/food credits
- Few travel perks and protections
- Earn 60,000 Membership Rewards® points after you spend $4,000 on eligible purchases with your new Card within the first 6 months of Card Membership.
- Earn 4X Membership Rewards® Points at Restaurants, plus takeout and delivery in the U.S., and earn 4X Membership Rewards® points at U.S. supermarkets (on up to $25,000 per calendar year in purchases, then 1X).
- Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked directly with airlines or on amextravel.com.
- $120 Uber Cash on Gold: Add your Gold Card to your Uber account and each month automatically get $10 in Uber Cash for Uber Eats orders or Uber rides in the U.S., totaling up to $120 per year.
- $120 Dining Credit: Satisfy your cravings and earn up to $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the American Express® Gold Card at Grubhub, The Cheesecake Factory, Goldbelly, Wine.com, Milk Bar and select Shake Shack locations. Enrollment required.
- Choose the color that suits your style. Gold or Rose Gold.
- No Foreign Transaction Fees.
- Annual Fee is $250.
- Terms Apply.
- See Rates & Fees