HGV Max Complete Guide 2026: How the Hilton Grand Vacations Points Program Works
HGV Max is the unified points-based program that consolidates Hilton Grand Vacations and Diamond Resorts (post-2021 acquisition). It’s the largest US points-based timeshare network in 2026, with 150+ resorts. This guide explains how HGV Max works, what resale buyers can access, and how it compares to other points programs.
The basics
- Points-based ownership: own X points per year, redeemable across the network
- Network access: 150+ HGV + Diamond resorts unified
- Flexible booking: any resort, any week (subject to availability and points cost)
- Two program tiers: HGV Max (preferred) and HGV Standard
Points contract sizes
| Contract size | Per-point cost (resale) | Annual fee |
|---|---|---|
| 2,500 points | $0.50–$0.85 | $1,200–$1,800 |
| 5,000 points | $0.45–$0.75 | $2,200–$3,200 |
| 7,500 points | $0.40–$0.70 | $3,200–$4,500 |
| 10,000+ points | $0.35–$0.65 | $4,200–$6,500 |
Points-to-stay conversion
| Stay type | Typical points cost |
|---|---|
| 2BR red-week Maui Bay Villas | 5,500–8,500 pts |
| 2BR red-week Big Island | 3,500–5,500 pts |
| 1BR Vegas Strip-view | 2,500–4,000 pts |
| 2BR Orlando red-week | 3,000–4,500 pts |
Resale buyer access
Resale-purchased HGV Max contracts are slightly restricted:
- Standard booking: full access to all HGV + Diamond resorts
- Premium booking windows: original buyers get 13-month windows; resale buyers get 10-month
- Hilton Honors points conversion: restricted for resale buyers
- External exchange (RCI): full access at standard pricing
HGV Max vs legacy HGV / Diamond
- HGV Max: post-2024 consolidation; full network access
- Legacy HGV (pre-Max): HGV-only resorts (no Diamond)
- Legacy Diamond: Diamond-only resorts; transition to HGV Max in progress
For resale buyers, HGV Max contracts are more valuable because of broader network access.