If you want to dip your toes into the world of hotel loyalty schemes, there are three debit cards with strong introductory offers available.

Each of these cards is linked to a hotel group's reward programme, which lets you earn points on your spending. You could eventually turn these into a free night stay.

They're just as much about improving your status, which can unlock perks like room upgrades and complimentary breakfast.

The catch is that the cards come with a hefty annual fee, making the schemes expensive to join. They're mainly aimed at frequent travellers and those already using hotel loyalty programmes.

But Rob Burgess, editor of frequent traveller website Head for Points, told us that the current introductory bonuses can effectively cover your fee for the first year. If you've ever wanted to try one, now's your chance.