Side-by-side comparison
Hilton Grand Vacations vs. Diamond Resorts: After the Merger (2026)
Hilton Grand Vacations (HGV) acquired Diamond Resorts International in 2021 for $1.4 billion. Since 2022, both portfolios operate under HGV Max — a unified booking program that lets HGVC owners book at Diamond resorts and vice versa. But the underlying contracts are still distinct: HGVC contracts and Diamond contracts have different point charts, expiration rules, and resale economics. Here's the practical comparison for owners deciding which contract to buy, sell, or rent from.
Head-to-head
| Attribute | Hilton GV | Diamond |
|---|---|---|
| Currency | HGV Points | Diamond Points |
| Parent | Hilton Grand Vacations, Inc. (HGV) | Hilton Grand Vacations, Inc. (acquired 2021) |
| Resort count | 150+ (including Diamond resorts) | 70+ (now operating under HGV Max) |
| Typical allocation | 2,000–50,000 | 2,500–100,000 |
| Rental value per point | 10¢–20¢ | 8¢–18¢ |
The verdict
Which is better?
For most situations, HGVC contracts are more valuable than Diamond contracts in 2026. HGVC has stronger brand reputation, better per-point rental value ($0.01–$0.025 vs. $0.08–$0.18 — but allocations are larger), and more favorable resale economics (30–50% recovery vs. $0–$1,000 for Diamond). Diamond's historical sales practices and high maintenance fees continue to weigh on its market position even under HGV ownership. The HGV Max integration is closing some of the gap, but Diamond contracts still trade at a clear discount.
Which one fits you?
Pick Hilton GV when:
- ✓You want Vegas or Orlando-focused vacation access
- ✓You value Hilton Honors brand alignment
- ✓You're buying resale and want broader resale market liquidity
- ✓You want the cleaner HGVC point system without Diamond's legacy quirks
Pick Diamond when:
- ✓You specifically want Hawaii or Sedona property access (Diamond strengths)
- ✓You're buying a Diamond contract at deep resale discount
- ✓You're an existing Diamond owner — HGV Max integration adds value over time
- ✓You can accept the resale and exit limitations