The Citi ThankYou program, a prominent transferable points currency, has launched a new transfer bonus. From April 19 to May 16, 2026, Citi ThankYou is presenting a 25% bonus on points transfers to Leading Hotels of the World Leaders Club. Normally, points transfer at a 5:1 ratio, but during this promotional period, they will transfer at a 4:1 ratio (in increments of 1,000:250). This promotion allows for an unlimited number of transfers and is embedded in the transfer ratio, ensuring the bonus is applied at the moment of transfer. Transfers from Citi to Leading Hotels of the World are typically instantaneous.
Leading Hotels of the World comprises over 400 independent luxury hotels across 80 nations. It functions more as a hotel marketing collective than a single hotel entity, akin to Small Luxury Hotels of the World. Award pricing with Leaders Club is variable, and you can check rates by accessing your account. Each Leaders Club point is valued at approximately eight cents (USD) towards a hotel reservation. With the 4:1 transfer ratio and a 25% bonus, you receive about 2.0 cents of value per ThankYou point.
This offer presents an opportunity to utilize points for roughly 2.0 cents each towards a hotel stay, which could represent a worthwhile redemption if you would otherwise spend cash on these accommodations. Nonetheless, it’s crucial to conduct your own investigation prior to transferring points, as you may discover more advantageous rates elsewhere. Moreover, reserving through LHW’s program provides benefits such as complimentary breakfast and room upgrades, but you could forfeit other advantages from programs like Virtuoso.