GHA DISCOVERY has launched a new sale on DISCOVERY$ (D$), which offers a 15% discount to all members regardless of tier.
1 D$ is worth US$1 at GHA DISCOVERY hotels worldwide, so this is conceptually similar to buying a discounted gift card for future GHA stays. I wouldnโt buy D$ speculatively, but if you already have a stay planned, this is an opportunity to lock in some savings.
Purchase GHA DISCOVERY D$ at a 15% discount
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GHA DISCOVERY $ Sale |
From 12-26 March 2025, GHA DISCOVERY members can purchase D$ at a discount of 15%.
- A minimum of D$10 must be purchased in a single transaction
- A maximum of D$1,000 can be purchased in a single transaction
- A maximum of D$3,000 can be purchased in a calendar year
Each member can submit a maximum of three transactions per day, and purchased D$ are valid for 24 months from transaction date.
Purchased D$ should be awarded instantly, but may take up to two business days.
D$1 can be used to offset US$1 of room rates, spa treatments, dining or other charges at GHA properties worldwide, so buying D$ is basically locking in a future discount of 15%. In my experience, the conversion rates used at properties are extremely reasonable, and usually close to the spot rate (though I canโt guarantee itโll be the same everywhere).
The T&Cs for this promotion can be found here.
How do you earn or redeem D$?
D$ can be earned or redeemed on the following expenses:
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Room and add-ons:
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Food and Beverage at eligible outlets:
Other non-room spend at eligible outlets:
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Only stays booked through the GHA website or official hotel websites/channels will be eligible to earn D$.
A minimum of D$10 must be spent in a single transaction. At the moment, D$ can be used to pay online with the following brands:
- Lore Group
- Paramount Hotels
- The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts
- The Set โ Hotel Cafe Royal
- Cinnamon Hotels
- Divani Collection
- The Sukhothai
- Viceroy Hotel & Resorts
- Shaza Hotels
- Mysk by Shaza
- MAQO
- Marco Polo Hotels
- Niccolo Hotels
- Capella Hotels & Resorts
- Sun International
- Lungarno Collection
- The Doyle Collection โ The Dupont Circle
For all other brands D$ can be used during a stay, at the front desk of a hotel. D$ cannot be used for F&B or spa treatments unless you are an in-house guest.
It is possible to use D$ on prepaid rates, however, insofar as the hotel doesnโt actually charge your card at the time of booking (youโd be surprised, many โprepaid staysโ arenโt actually charged until check-in). My advice would be to contact the hotel beforehand, let them know you want to book a prepaid rate with D$, and ask them how to proceed.
What card should I use to purchase GHA DISCOVERY D$?
GHA D$ purchases will not code as hotel transactions. Instead, they are processed in USD by Points.com under MCC 7399 Business Services Not Elsewhere Classified.
Hereโs the best cards to maximize the miles earned on your purchase:
Card | Earn Rate | Remarks |
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4 mpd | Cap of S$1K per s. month |
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4 mpd | Min S$1K, max S$2K FCY spend per s. month |
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3-4 mpd | 3 mpd for regular, 3.5 mpd for PB, 4 mpd for PP. No cap |
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2.8-3.2 mpd | Min. S$4K per c. month, no cap. Earn 2.8 mpd with min. S$800 per c. month |
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2.8 mpd | Min S$800 per c. month, no cap |
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3 mpd | Min S$2K per s. month, no cap |
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2.4 mpd | No cap |
S. Month= Statement Month | C. Month= Calendar Month |
You can always pair the Mastercard options above with the Amaze Card to enjoy lower foreign currency transaction fees compared to banks, though keep in mind youโll only have the local earn rates for the general spending cards.
Conclusion

From now till 26 March 2025, GHA DISCOVERY members can buy up to D$3,000 at 15% off. If you have an upcoming GHA stay planned, you can think of this like locking in a discount ahead of time, though you should not be buying D$ for speculative reasons.
Be sure to use the right credit card to earn 4 mpd on your purchase, and remember that D$ expire after 24 months.
For Amaze card link with Citi Rewards, this is considered FX transaction and there wonโt be a 1% surcharge right?