Citi’s New 25% Transfer Bonus to Leading Hotels of the World
Citi has launched a new transfer bonus that could be worth considering if you’re looking to redeem points for a luxury stay. Between July 21 and August 23, 2025, you’ll receive a 25% bonus when transferring Citi ThankYou points to Leading Hotels of the World (LHW).
If you’re unfamiliar with this niche program, now might be a good time to take a closer look — especially if you’ve been eyeing some of the world’s most unique, independently-owned luxury hotels.
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The Basics Of Citi ThankYou Transfer Bonuses
Citi ThankYou frequently rolls out limited-time transfer bonuses. In the past, we’ve seen them offer extra points for a range of airline and hotel partners — from Avianca LifeMiles to the more niche Accor Live Limitless.
This time, the spotlight is on Leading Hotels of the World Leaders Club, the brand’s loyalty program.
Standard transfer ratio: 1,000 Citi points = 200 Leaders Club points
With 25% bonus: 1,000 Citi points = 250 Leaders Club points
To take advantage of the promotion, you’ll need to initiate the transfer directly from your Citi ThankYou account. While points typically post within 24–48 hours, Citi notes that it can take up to five business days, so plan accordingly if you’re trying to lock in a specific redemption.
Why Transfer To Leading Hotels of the World?
Let’s be honest, Leaders Club isn’t as well known or as widely covered as World of Hyatt or Marriott Bonvoy. But that’s what makes it interesting.
LHW is a collection of over 400 luxury hotels across 80+ countries, each with its own unique style and heritage. We’re talking properties like Hotel d'Angleterre (Copenhagen) and The Setai (Miami Beach).
What makes this transfer especially intriguing is that Leaders Club uses a revenue-based redemption model, similar to Hilton or IHG. While that means there’s no fixed award chart, it also opens the door for savvy travelers to uncover redemption sweet spots during off-peak periods or promotional offers.
Citi ThankYou portal showing 25% transfer bonus to Leaders Club (LHW) through August 23, 2025
Is This a Good Use of Citi ThankYou Points?
Under normal circumstances, Citi ThankYou points transfer to Leaders Club at a 5:1 ratio — that is, 1,000 Citi points = 200 Leaders Club points. Based on an estimated value of 8¢ per Leaders Club point, that works out to roughly 1.6¢ per Citi point in value.
With the current 25% transfer bonus, you’ll receive 250 Leaders Club points per 1,000 Citi points, bumping the effective value to around 2¢ per point. That’s a solid return — especially for a hotel transfer — though actual value can vary depending on the property, timing, and nightly rate.
If you’re able to consistently redeem at or near that 2¢/point threshold, this can be a compelling use of ThankYou points, particularly for aspirational or special-occasion stays.
Bottom Line
While this might not offer the most flexibility or value compared to redeeming Citi ThankYou points for premium cabin flights, it can be an appealing option for certain travelers. The 25% transfer bonus to LHW can unlock stays at iconic, independently owned luxury properties that often fly under the radar.
Just make sure to transfer by 11:59 PM ET on August 23, 2025, to take advantage of the bonus.
