Guide to the Hotel Collection by Citi Travel

Sep 30, 2026

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Key takeaways

  • A higher standard of stay: The Hotel Collection is a curated selection of world-class properties that turn a standard trip into a memorable travel experience.
  • Expertly curated: Whether you’re looking for a wellness retreat, an urban art crawl or a coastal escape, these handpicked hotels cater to unique travel aspirations.
  • Seamless benefits, seamless booking: Accessing the Hotel Collection and its travel benefits is as simple as using your eligible Citi® card on the Citi Travel® site — no promo codes required.

Turn every trip into an A-list experience

Imagine yourself lounging at a beachfront boutique hotel overlooking turquoise waters, where you can enjoy fresh-from-the-sea ceviche while running your toes through the sand. Envision stepping out for a night on the town after happy hour on a rooftop terrace overlooking the Manhattan skyline. Or immersing yourself in the glamour of retro Hollywood at a midcentury masterpiece in the heart of Studio City.

The Hotel Collection is a curated portfolio of hotels and resorts that deliver exceptional travel experiences. Eligible Citi cardholders can receive additional benefits and privileges when they book a stay with the Hotel Collection through Citi Travel.

All hotels in the Hotel Collection have earned at least 4 stars from independent evaluators. What does that mean for you? No matter where you’re traveling in the world — Bali or Boston or Banff — you can access an A-list experience by staying with Hotel Collection hotels and resorts.

In other words, the Hotel Collection turns even quick trips into memorable experiences. After a day on the slopes or a day of shopping in your new favorite international city, these high-end hotels offer an ideal space to wind down or recharge.

Booking hotels and resorts in the Hotel Collection through Citi Travel unlocks even more amenities and benefits for your stay:

  • Daily breakfast for two
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Early check-in and late checkout privileges (upon availability)

Get going: 4 memorable stays with the Hotel Collection

A Grand Cayman beach resort that channels tropical cool

If turquoise waters, powdery white sand beaches and brilliant sunsets are part of your vacation dreams, then Kimpton Seafire Resort + Spa on Grand Cayman has you covered. Located directly on Seven Mile Beach, this resort is designed to maximize your island time. Sip a piña colada at the vibrant pool bar, slurp fresh-from-the-sea ceviche at its beachfront restaurant and channel the tropics at the spa with treatments like the Caymanian Dream. And if you must venture beyond the hotel? World-class diving, snorkeling and even magical crystal caves can be part of your adventure. It’s certified dreamy.

A 5-star hotel with 500 years of Dutch history

Located along the Amstel River near Amsterdam’s Canal District, the 5-star Tivoli Doelen Amsterdam Hotel is the city’s oldest hotel — and one whose history is entwined with art. Rembrandt would sketch and host aristocrats on the building’s first floor. Meticulously updated, the hotel now marries history, elegance and modernity, and service is pitch perfect. The hotel’s commitment to exceptional guest experiences has earned it two Michelin Keys. Stay here and you’ll be within easy walking distance of the Rembrandtplein (Rembrandt Plaza) and the Royal Palace of Amsterdam. No matter how far you venture, the ambience, attentive staff and well-appointed rooms will ensure you’re ready for another day of exploring.

A capital hotel serving up caviar and spice in Texas

The Fairmont Austin does luxury with Texas flair. At 37 stories, the 4-star downtown hotel is itself Texas-sized, as is the rooftop pool. And all that space includes ways for travelers to explore Austin’s renowned music scene or indulge in a little barbecue and Tex-Mex. Head to the hotel’s seventh floor, where you can build your own duck carnitas tacos and catch a live set in the summer at the lively Rules & Regs. Or keep it luxe and low-key at Room 725, a semi-private Champagne and caviar lounge. Guests can also opt in to the Fairmont Austin Gold, a kind of exclusive hotel inside of the hotel with its own floors, reception, private lounge and dining experiences.

Historic cannery turned coastal sanctuary on Monterey Bay

Located on historic Cannery Row and boasting its own private pier overlooking Monterey Bay, InterContinental The Clement Monterey makes the most of its elevated platform. It’s hard to imagine that this used to be the site of a working cannery, where sardines were packed, well, like sardines. Rooms today offer space and invite calm with soothing sandy hues. Many feature ocean views or private patios perfect for soaking up the California sun. From here, you can easily walk to the impressive Monterey Bay Aquarium or strike out for the scenic 17-Mile Drive with its jaw-dropping Pacific views. It’s California living, or visiting, at its finest.

FAQs about the Hotel Collection by Citi Travel

When you select the Hotel Collection rate at the time of booking, you are guaranteed certain perks, such as daily breakfast for two and complimentary Wi-Fi. You may also be able to access early check-in and late checkout privileges, depending on individual room availability.

Hotel Collection benefits are available to all eligible Citi cardmembers when you select the Hotel Collection rate and book through the Citi Travel site.

It’s easy.

  1. Log in. Sign in to your Citi Mobile® App or go directly to Citi Travel and sign in with your Citi.com user ID and password.
  2. Provide a few travel details. Once there, enter your destination, travel dates, number of guests and number of rooms.
  3. Locate the Hotel Collection. On the hotel results page, look for hotels and resorts marked Hotel Collection. Note that you must select the room rate corresponding to the Hotel Collection to receive the benefits.
  4. Book your stay. You can pay for all or part of the stay with any combination of your ThankYou® Points with an eligible Citi credit card. Or keep saving them for future trips!

Absolutely, and it’s easy. At checkout, before you pay, you’ll receive a prompt asking how many points you’d like to redeem. You can use all your points, redeem a custom amount or pay without using any points and keep earning more.

Both offer incredible properties in amazing locations with exceptional service.

  • The Hotel Collection is a curated list of high-end hotels and resorts rated at least 4 stars. The Reserve includes only properties rated 4.5 or 5 stars.
  • The Hotel Collection is available to any eligible Citi cardmembers through the Citi Travel site. The Reserve is available only to Citi Strata Elite®, Citi Strata Premier® and Citi Prestige® cardmembers through Citi Travel.
  • The Reserve hotels and resorts offer additional benefits, including a $100 Experience Credit that can be used on the property. (The type of Experience Credit offered varies by property.)

Get more memories in the books

The Hotel Collection helps ensure every trip is unforgettable. Booking with Citi Travel using an eligible Citi credit card lets you earn points on hotels, flights and car rentals. Become a Citi cardmember today, or log in to your account to access the complete collection.

Disclosure: This article is for educational purposes. It is not intended to provide legal, investment, or financial advice and is not a substitute for professional advice. It does not indicate the availability of any Citi product or service. For advice about your specific circumstances, you should consult a qualified professional.

The Reserve by Citi Travel and Hotel Collection Benefits and Supplemental Terms & Conditions

Hotel Collection Benefits (All cardmembers who can access Citi Travel®):

  • Daily Breakfast for Two
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Early Check-In, upon availability
  • Late Check-Out, upon availability

To receive these benefits, you must select a hotel room rate within the Hotel Collection at checkout

The Reserve Benefits (Citi Strata Elite®, Citi Strata Premier®, and Citi Prestige® cardmembers):

  • *$100 (USD) Experience Credit
  • Room Upgrade, upon availability
  • Daily Breakfast for Two
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Early Check-In, upon availability
  • Late Check-Out, upon availability

*Experience varies by property

  • To receive these benefits, you must select a hotel room rate offered by The Reserve at checkout

Supplemental Terms & Conditions:
$100 Experience Credit (The Reserve rates only)
The complimentary $100 Experience Credit is determined by each hotel and shall be valued at $100 (USD). Please contact the hotel directly to inquire about what services are included with the $100 Experience Credit. The $100 Experience Credit may be in the form of a credit or gift card, provided directly by the hotel. Advanced reservations are recommended for certain $100 Experience Credits and you should contact the hotel directly for more information and in order to obtain reservations, if required. If you are unable to utilize the $100 Experience Credit or do not use it in its entirety, no refunds will be provided, and the remaining balance will be forfeited. Back-to-back stays within 24 hours at the same hotel are considered one stay. Benefits shall be awarded once per stay. If the $100 Experience Credit and other benefits are not consumed during the eligible stay, no refunds or compensation shall be provided to you.

Room Upgrades (The Reserve rates only)
Room Upgrades are based on availability and only certain hotel room categories may be available for an upgrade.

Daily Breakfast for Two (Hotel Collection and The Reserve rates)
Daily Breakfast for Two is included and may be provided directly by the hotel or in the form of a gift card or credit.

Complimentary Wi-Fi (Hotel Collection and The Reserve rates)
Complimentary Wi-Fi is provided, with the exception of select hotels, where Wi-Fi is included as part of a mandatory daily resort fee or is not available. If Wi-Fi and breakfast are included as a standard amenity of the hotel, no additional compensation or amenity will be provided to you.

Check-In/Check-Out (Hotel Collection and The Reserve rates)
Early Check-In eligibility is determined at time of check-in and subject to availability.
Late Check-Out eligibility is determined at time of check-in and subject to availability.

General
Both The Reserve Benefits and Hotel Collection Benefits are subject to change, availability may vary by hotel and benefits cannot be redeemed for cash and may not be combined with any other offers. Benefits must be used during the stay booked and may not be used at a later date. Benefits are available only when you book with Citi Travel® using your eligible Citi card. All bookings in the Hotel Collection and The Reserve are also subject to Rocket Travel by Agoda’s Terms and Conditions of Use for Hotels, Cars, and Attractions, above.

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