ByBilt Rewards adds Etihad Guest as a 1:1 transfer partner and teases a new Rakuten connection. Discover how Rakuten’s Big Stack Event stacks up against Amazon Prime Day for the best cashback and points deals.
Bilt Adds 2 New Partners — Etihad & Rakuten! Prime Day vs Rakuten Big Stack Deals Compared
Introduction
Bilt Rewards is shaking up the travel rewards world with two major updates. The program, known for letting members earn points on rent, dining, and everyday purchases, has officially added Etihad Guest as a transfer partner — and is rumored to soon link up with Rakuten, the popular cashback portal.
Meanwhile, Rakuten’s Big Stack Event is running head-to-head with Amazon Prime Day, offering massive deals and record-breaking bonuses. Here’s everything you need to know.
Bilt Rewards Adds Etihad Guest as a New Partner
Bilt has officially added Etihad Guest as a 1:1 transfer partner. That means 1,000 Bilt points = 1,000 Etihad miles, opening up access to Etihad’s luxurious A380 “Apartment” first-class suites and premium business class cabins.
Etihad offers extra award availability when booking with its own miles, making this new partnership a huge win for anyone looking to book premium international flights.
You can transfer your Bilt points directly to Etihad through the Bilt app — just link or create an Etihad Guest account to get started.
Rumor: Rakuten to Add Bilt as a Transfer Option
According to a leak from Rakuten’s site, Bilt may soon become a new transfer partner for Rakuten users.
Rakuten currently lets users convert cashback into Amex Membership Rewards points, but this new connection could allow members to turn cashback directly into Bilt points.
If confirmed, that means every dollar spent through Rakuten could earn valuable Bilt points — perfect for travelers who value Hyatt, Etihad, and other Bilt partners.
While not yet live, industry experts believe this partnership is likely to launch soon, possibly before the holiday shopping season.
Prime Day vs Rakuten Big Stack Event
Rakuten’s Big Stack Event (Oct 6–8) is going head-to-head with Amazon Prime Big Deal Days, and shoppers can score some incredible offers.
Rakuten is offering up to 10% cashback or 10X points at top retailers like:
- Lululemon (10X)
- Gap (50% off + cashback)
- Dell (10X)
- SoFi (25,000 bonus points)
If Rakuten adds Bilt as a partner, users could potentially earn 10X Bilt points — a game-changer for anyone maximizing rewards.
Rakuten is also running an all-time high sign-up bonus: $50 cashback (or 5,000 Amex points) after your first $50 purchase.
Meanwhile, Amazon Prime Day offers up to 50% off electronics, fashion, and home goods, plus limited-time deals on top brands. However, Amazon isn’t a Rakuten partner, so cashback stacking isn’t possible yet.
Final Thoughts
The addition of Etihad Guest and the rumored Rakuten partnership make Bilt even more powerful for travelers and points collectors. Combine that with the Big Stack Event and Prime Day deals, and it’s the perfect week to earn extra points, cashback, and travel rewards.
If you haven’t already, sign up for Bilt Rewards to start earning points on your rent and dining, and join Rakuten for massive cashback offers and bonuses.
