Best Ways to Use Bilt Points

By Bryce Casson, Founder · Cardocrat · Updated August 2026
The short answer: Bilt points, earned on rent with no fee, are most valuable transferred 1:1 to airline and hotel partners, including some that other programs lack. The transfer lineup (with partners like Hyatt, American, Alaska, and others) makes rent-earned points worth far more than cash back.

Rent-earned points that transfer well

Bilt is unique in earning transferable points on rent with no fee, and those points move 1:1 to a strong list of airline and hotel partners. The lineup includes valuable programs (such as World of Hyatt, American Airlines, and Alaska among others) that give Bilt real reach. Confirm the current partners before transferring.

Where the value is

As with other transferable currencies, the value comes from partner awards: Hyatt hotel nights and premium-cabin or sweet-spot airline awards can return well over a cent per point, far above any cash-equivalent option. Because the points are earned on rent you pay anyway, the effective return is close to free.

How to decide

Transfer to a partner once you confirm award space and the award beats about 1.25 cents per point. For the earning side and the cards, see the Bilt Rewards guide and the ranked best cards for rent.

See exactly what an award costs

Stop guessing at point values. Look up the real award price and live availability for a specific trip before you transfer.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best way to use Bilt points?
Transferring 1:1 to airline and hotel partners (including programs like Hyatt, American, and Alaska) for award flights and hotel nights, which beats their cash value. Bilt points are earned on rent with no fee.
Are Bilt points worth it?
Yes, especially since they are earned on rent with no fee. Transferred to the right partner, they can be worth well over a cent each, making them close to a free high-value currency.

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Written by Bryce Casson, Founder of Cardocrat. About the author and how we rank cards.