Using Hilton Honors Points, Amex Platinum Fine Hotels & Resorts perks, and MyVegas Rewards to Hack a Luxe Vegas Getaway

Vegas is the land of indulgence—but you don’t have to spend big to go big. With the right credit cards, loyalty programs, and a little bit of planning, we turned a long weekend into a 5-star experience—complete with Strip views, suite upgrades, and $200+ in food credits. Here's exactly how we did it.

🏨 Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas on Hilton Points: Our 2-Night Stay Review

We kicked off our trip with two nights at the Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas, a non-casino luxury hotel right on the Strip. We booked our stay entirely using Hilton Honors points, and thanks to Hilton Diamond status, we got some serious VIP treatment.

Here’s what we scored:

💎 Room upgrade with Strip views
🕰 Early check-in & 4 p.m. late checkout
🍸 $50 per night resort credit (perfect for cocktails and appetizers at SkyBar during sunset—highly recommend!)

The Waldorf’s peaceful, upscale vibe was the perfect start to our trip. And best of all? We paid $0 out-of-pocket for the room.

🎰 Bellagio Vegas with Amex Platinum FHR: Strip View Suite + Perks

For our third night, we booked a Strip View Suite at the Bellagio using the American Express Platinum Fine Hotels & Resorts program (FHR).

This suite was next-level—floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Bellagio fountains, the Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas, and the neon glow of the Strip.

FHR Perks included:

🕛 Noon check-in & 4 p.m. late checkout
🛏 Room upgrade (we were already booked pretty high!)
💵 $100 resort credit
🍳 Daily breakfast credit for two

We used our breakfast credit for a boozy brunch at Sadelle’s—mimosas, eggs benedict, and all the Vegas vibes. The rest of our resort credit went toward room service later that night. Luxe and easy.

🃏 MyVegas Rewards: How We Got a Free Night at the Bellagio

Our flight home wasn’t until midnight, and instead of hauling our bags around or wasting time at the airport, we found a better way: free hotel night via MyVegas Rewards.

If you haven’t heard of it, MyVegas is a free-to-play rewards app that gives you real Las Vegas comps—like free hotel rooms, drink credits, and show tickets.

I used it to book a free night in a standard room at the Bellagio, giving us:

A cozy space to freshen up and relax
More time to explore the Strip
Free drinks and snacks from lounge rewards

It’s not instant—you need time to earn rewards—but if you start early and let it run in the background, the savings add up fast.

💰 The Bottom Line: How We Travel Hacked a Luxury Vegas Trip

Here’s what we got from this points-powered Vegas getaway:

✨ 3 nights in 5-star Vegas hotels
🍽 Over $200 in food and beverage credits
🌆 Suite upgrades, Strip views, and late checkouts
💸 ~$1,500 in total value—for a fraction of the cost

All by stacking:

Hilton Honors Points + Diamond Member Benefits
Amex Platinum Fine Hotels & Resorts Program
MyVegas Rewards App

🎯 Want to Do It Too? Your Vegas Travel Hacking Starter Pack

Here’s how to start building your own luxe Vegas trip for less:

💼 Hilton Honors Credit Card (Surpass or Aspire) to rack up points and elite status
💳 Amex Platinum Card to unlock FHR perks at hotels like Bellagio, Venetian, and Wynn
📲 Download the MyVegas app (early!) to start earning comps
🧠 Plan strategically—shifting hotels = stacking perks like check-in upgrades and meal credits

🧳 Rooted Takeaway

This trip was the perfect mix of rooted (intentional, strategic, points-savvy) and roaming (spontaneous, indulgent, luxurious).

Vegas is proof: You can stay in world-class hotels, sip champagne with skyline views, and enjoy premium perks—without blowing your budget.

Luxury Vegas on Points: Waldorf, Bellagio & Amex Perks