GHA DISCOVERY has been a hotel loyalty program I’ve had my eye on lately. While its footprint in North America is small—only four properties in Canada—it’s a solid option when travelling through Europe and Asia.
As a Titanium member, my experiences so far have been excellent, and it’s quickly become one of my go-to programs in Asia, right alongside Marriott, Hilton, and Hyatt.
While Titanium is easy to earn in Asia by staying at three different brands, it’s much harder for Canadians, especially without a co-branded credit card.
Fortunately, there’s a potential shortcut through a status match with Rotana Rewards, a Middle East–based hotel program.
With Rotana set to join GHA DISCOVERY by late 2025, matching to their top tier could soon translate into GHA Titanium—without having to stay at a single hotel.
What Is Global Hotel Alliance?
Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) is the world’s largest network of independent hotel brands. Its loyalty program, GHA DISCOVERY, covers about 950 properties across 100+ countries, from beach resorts to city hideaways. Notable brands include:
- Anantara
- Capella
- Kempinski
- Pan Pacific
- NH Hotels & NH Collection
While the North American footprint is small, the program shines in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and parts of Africa, where you’ll find GHA properties in prime city centres, beachfront locations, and exotic resort destinations.
GHA DISCOVERY has four tiers: Silver, Gold, Platinum, and Titanium.
The real value kicks in at the Titanium level, which offers double room upgrades, late check-out, and complimentary breakfast at select brands like Avani, Capella, Pan Pacific, and PARKROYAL.
While even the top tier doesn’t offer executive lounge access like Marriott or Hilton, there’s a trade-off. In my experience, lounges at those bigger brands have been feeling the strain—crowded with “elites” who earned their status via premium credit cards, with food quality and atmosphere often taking a hit.
By contrast, breakfast at GHA DISCOVERY properties tends to feel calmer, higher quality, and less like a status free-for-all. That’s because it’s primarily served to paying guests—meaning you can actually enjoy a proper, plated breakfast without jostling for space at the buffet.

So, how can you get Titanium status? Normally, you’d have to either…
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