American Express adds more than 350 hotels to Fine Hotels + Resorts and The Hotel Collection

American Express adds more than 350 hotels to Fine Hotels + Resorts and The Hotel CollectionThe cards we feature here are from partners who compensate us when you are approved through our site, and this may impact how or where these products appear. We don’t cover all available credit cards, but our analysis, reviews, and opinions are entirely from our editorial team. Terms apply to the offers listed on this page. Please view our advertising policy and product review methodology for more information.In celebration of its 35th anniversary, American Express Travel is expanding its Fine Hotels + Resorts and The Hotel Collection programs to include more than 350 new properties worldwide.Fine Hotels + Resorts launched in 1991 with just 120 properties.Today, the additions bring the combined portfolio to more than 3,400 properties across 116 countries, including hotels in destinations such as Japan, New Zealand, Morocco and Argentina. The expansion gives eligible American Express cardholders more properties to choose from when booking through Amex Travel.Here's what cardmembers should know.What new hotels are joining Fine Hotels + Resorts and The Hotel Collection?American Express has added 351 properties to its Fine Hotels + Resorts and The Hotel Collection collections. The new additions span destinations in Europe, Asia, Africa, Oceania and South America. Most are already bookable on AmexTravel.com, with a small handful to be made available in the coming days.ESPACIO Nagoya Castle in Nagoya, Japan. AMERICAN EXPRESSHere are a few of the hotels joining the programs:Casa Lucia, Melia Collection in Buenos Aires, ArgentinaESPACIO Nagoya Castle in Nagoya, JapanFontainebleau Miami Beach in Miami Beach, FloridaMoana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa in Honolulu, HawaiiOne&Only Moonlight Basin in Big Sky, MontanaPark Hyatt Cabo del Sol in Cabo San Lucas, MexicoROKI Queenstown in Queenstown, New ZealandSelman Marrakech in Marrakech, MoroccoSix Senses London in London, United KingdomThe Lake Como EDITION in Cadenabbia, ItalyThe expansion adds properties across a range of destinations and travel styles, including beach getaways, city stays, wellness-focused trips and adventure destinations."Our Hotel Curation Team reviews each property against a set of required and preferred criteria informed by what we know our premium Card Members value when they travel," Audrey Hendley, president of American Express Travel, told TPG.Reward your inbox with the TPG Daily newsletterJoin over 700,000 readers for breaking news, in-depth guides and exclusive deals from TPG’s expertsBy signing up, you will receive newsletters and promotional content and agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy. You may unsubscribe at any time.Park Hyatt Los Cabos. CARLY HELFAND/THE POINTS GUYHendley said the assessment ultimately determines which program is the better fit, with Fine Hotels + Resorts representing Amex's luxury hotel program and The Hotel Collection offering a curated selection of premium properties.American Express did not disclose how many properties, if any, left the programs as part of this update. Hendley said the portfolio evolves over time, with hotels joining and leaving based on factors including cardmember interest and alignment with program standards.Related: Everything you need to know about Amex TravelWhich cards can access Fine Hotels + Resorts and The Hotel Collection?Your access to American Express' hotel programs depends on which card you have. The Hotel Collection is available to a broader range of eligible American Express cardmembers, while Fine Hotels + Resorts has a narrower eligibility list.Selman Marrakech in Marrakech, Morocco. AMERICAN EXPRESSCardmembers with the following cards can access The Hotel Collection:American Express Platinum Card®The Business Platinum Card® from American ExpressAmerican Express® Gold CardAmerican Express® Business Gold CardThe Centurion Card from American Express (invite-only; both business and personal versions are eligible)The Hotel Collection requires a minimum stay of two consecutive nights to receive its benefits.Fewer cards qualify for Fine Hotels + Resorts:Amex PlatinumAmex Business PlatinumThe American Express Corporate Platinum Card®The Centurion Card (invite-only; both business and personal versions are eligible)Unlike The Hotel Collection, Fine Hotels + Resorts doesn't require a two-night minimum stay to receive program benefits.The information for the Amex Corporate Platinum, Centurion and Business Centurion 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.Six Senses in London. ERIC ROSEN/THE POINTS GUYSome eligible cards also offer statement credits for hotel bookings through Amex Travel. Enrollment is required.For example, the Amex Platinum and Business Platinum offer up to $600 in annual hotel statement credits for eligible prepaid Fine Hotels + Resorts or The Hotel Collection bookings.The benefit is split into up to $300 in statement credits from January through June and another up to $300 from July through December. This benefit is separate from the $100 on-property credit offered as part of FHR and THC stays.Related: The best American Express cardsWhat benefits do eligible cardholders receive?Benefits vary between Fine Hotels + Resorts and The Hotel Collection.ROKI Collection Queenstown in Queenstown, New Zealand. AMERICAN EXPRESSWith Fine Hotels + Resorts, eligible cardmembers receive:Daily breakfast for twoA $100 credit toward eligible on-property charges (varies by property)Guaranteed 4 p.m. checkoutNoon check-in (subject to availability)A room upgrade upon arrival (subject to availability)Complimentary Wi-FiWith The Hotel Collection, eligible cardmembers receive:A $100 credit toward eligible on-property charges (varies by property)Noon check-in (subject to availability)4 p.m. late checkout (subject to availability)A room upgrade upon arrival (subject to availability)The Hotel Collection requires a stay of at least two consecutive nights to receive these benefits. Fine Hotels + Resorts doesn't have a minimum stay requirement.Eligible cardmembers booking through FHR can earn Membership Rewards points while also having the opportunity to earn points with participating hotel loyalty programs when enrolled and eligible."When it comes to hotels specifically, we like to say 'Book Once, Earn Twice,'" Hendley said.Related: Here's your guide to the Amex Platinum and Business Platinum prepaid hotel creditBottom lineThe addition of more than 350 hotels gives eligible Amex cardmembers significantly more options for booking through Fine Hotels + Resorts and The Hotel Collection, bringing the programs' combined footprint to more than 3,400 properties across 116 countries.Beyond providing more choices for travelers looking to take advantage of FHR and THC's on-property perks, the expansion also gives eligible Platinum cardmembers more opportunities to use their hotel statement credits.Related: Double the platinum, double the perks: Why having both Amex Platinum cards is worth itFeatured image by AMERICAN EXPRESSEditorial disclaimer: Opinions expressed here are the author’s alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, airline or hotel chain, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of these entities.