Virgin Australia has launched a limited-time promotion with Hopper Hotels that rewards Velocity Frequent Flyer members with 2,000 bonus points on eligible hotel bookings.
The Deal
2,000 bonus Velocity Points when you book and pay for hotels worth $500 or more through Virgin Australia’s Hopper Hotels platform.
Key Details
- Booking Period: Now until 7 June 2026 (11:59 pm AEST)
- Travel Period: 1 June 2026 to 26 March 2027
- Minimum Spend: $500 per booking (cash payment required)
- Booking Platform: Virgin Australia Hotels by Hopper
How It Works
- Book Your Hotel: Make your reservation through Virgin Australia’s Hopper Hotels platform before the deadline
- Meet the Minimum: Ensure your booking totals $500 or more (based on final pricing before booking)
- Complete Your Stay: Travel between 1 June 2026 and 26 March 2027
- Earn Your Points: 2,000 bonus points credited within 1 week after checkout
Additional Earning Potential
The 2,000 bonus points are on top of the standard earn rate:
- Standard Members: 3 Velocity Points per $1 spent
- Platinum Plus Members: Additional 4.5 bonus points per $1 spent (tier bonus)
On a $500 booking, you could earn:
- Standard members: 3,500 total points (1,500 base + 2,000 bonus)
- Platinum Plus members: 5,750 total points (1,500 base + 2,250 tier bonus + 2,000 bonus)
Important Terms
- Must pay in cash - Points + Pay and full redemption bookings not eligible for bonus
- Valid Velocity membership number required at booking time
- Only the primary guest earns points
- Points awarded after checkout completion
- Credit card surcharge may apply for pay-at-hotel bookings
- Cannot be combined with other offers
Why This Matters
This promotion offers excellent value for Velocity members planning hotel stays:
- The 2,000 bonus points are worth approximately $20-40 depending on redemption
- Works for hotels worldwide, not just South Australia despite the promotional messaging
- Long travel validity period through March 2027
- Stacks with standard and tier bonus earning rates
Tips to Maximize
- Book Multiple Stays: Each eligible booking of $500+ earns the bonus
- Check Prices: Compare with other booking sites to ensure competitive rates
- Plan Ahead: With travel valid until March 2027, book future holidays now
- Consider Upgrading: If close to $500, upgrading room type might trigger the bonus
Bottom Line
For Velocity members planning hotel stays, this promotion offers a straightforward way to boost your points balance. The $500 minimum spend is reasonable for multi-night stays or premium properties, and the bonus 2,000 points provide meaningful additional value on top of standard earning rates.
Book through Virgin Australia’s Hopper Hotels platform before 7 June 2026 to take advantage of this offer.