Save with IHG's New Member-Exclusive Rate
Update: Some offers mentioned below are no longer available – IHG Rewards Club Select Credit Card
Offering member-exclusive rates is the latest trend in the hotel industry. Recently, Marriott, Hilton and Hyatt all announced their own versions of member-exclusive rates — the discount varies from one chain to the next, but you can expect to save as much as 10%. And now, IHG is the most recent hotel chain to change its terms and conditions to include a member-exclusive rate when booking a stay directly through IHG's site.
IHG is calling its member-exclusive rate YOUR RATE, and the discounts don't look to be all that significant — the most I found was about 3%. However, the rate is available to use as of this week, and if you're looking at booking a cash stay, the small discount could help. IHG hasn't released many details beside the fact that it exists and availability varies based on brand and region. In order to take advantage, you must book directly through IHG — whether that be its website, app, central reservations office or at an IHG hotel's front desk.
Keep in mind that you're sometimes better off using another discount rate, such as AAA. As always, it's best to check and compare rates to see what the better option is for your stay.
Sample Bookings
For a one-night weeknight stay in July, the Chicago Magnificent Mile is going for $269 per night for both flexible rates and AAA. However, YOUR RATE is slightly lower at $264 per night — a $5, or a nearly 2% discount. If booking an award stay, this property requires 50,000 Rewards Club points for a free night.
For a one-night weeknight stay in July, rates at the Holiday Inn London - Mayfair are going for £279 per night (around $406), and YOUR RATE is slightly lower at £271 per night (around $395). YOUR RATE will save you £8 (around $11), or approximately 3%. However, the AAA rate is your best option at just £252 per night (around $367). If booking an award stay, this property requires 40,000 Rewards Club points for a free night.
The Crowne Plaza Times Square Manhattan is going for $379 per night for a one-night stay in July, and YOUR RATE is $371 per night. The member-exclusive rate will save you $8, or approximately 2%. However, the AAA is again the best option, at just $304 per night. If booking an award stay, this property costs 50,000 Rewards Club points for a free night.
As you can see, in many cases you'll save with YOUR RATE, however, sometimes that can be overshadowed by other discounted rates, such as AAA. As always, if you're considering booking a stay, it's best to check and compare rates with all discounts.
If you're planning on using Rewards Club points for an IHG stay, there can also be great value had with IHG's PointBreaks list, which was just announced and is active through July 31. The promotion offers hotel stays at select properties for just 5,000 Rewards Club points for a free night. If you're looking to boost your IHG Rewards Club balance, consider signing up for the IHG Rewards Club Select Credit Card. The card is currently offering 60,000 points after you spend $1,000 in the first three months. You'll also get 5,000 points when you add an authorized user and make a purchase within the first three months, in addition to a free night every account anniversary and 5x points on every dollar you spend at IHG hotels.
H/T: View From The Wing
TPG featured card
at American Express's secure site
Terms & restrictions apply. See rates & fees.
| 4X | Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year. |
| 4X | Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year. |
| 5X | New! Earn 5X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid hotel stays booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App. |
| 3X | Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked through AmexTravel.com, the Amex Travel App, or purchased directly from airlines. |
| 2X | Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid car rentals booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App and cruises booked and paid through AmexTravel.com. |
| 1X | Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases. |
Pros
- Valuable dining and food-related credits
- Flexible rewards with airline and hotel transfer partners
- Multiple travel and purchase protections
- No foreign transaction fees
- Access to Amex Offers for additional savings (enrollment required)
Cons
- Not as useful for those living outside the U.S.
- Some may have trouble using Uber and other dining credits
- You may be eligible for as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $8,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer. Apply to know if you’re approved and find out your exact welcome offer amount – all with no credit score impact. If you’re approved and choose to accept the Card, your score may be impacted.
- Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent on purchases at restaurants worldwide, on up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
- Earn 4X Membership Rewards® points per dollar spent at US supermarkets, on up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year, then 1X points for the rest of the year.
- New! Earn 5X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid hotel stays booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App.
- Earn 3X Membership Rewards® points on flights booked through AmexTravel.com, the Amex Travel App, or purchased directly from airlines.
- Earn 2X Membership Rewards® points on prepaid car rentals booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App and cruises booked and paid through AmexTravel.com.
- Earn 1X Membership Rewards® point per dollar spent on all other eligible purchases.
- Pay It® lets you tap in the American Express® App to quickly pay for small purchase amounts throughout the month and still earn rewards the way you usually do. Plan It® gives you the option to split up big purchases into equal monthly payments with a fixed fee. You’ll know upfront exactly how much you’ll pay.
- Updated! $120 Dining Credit: Earn up to a total of $10 in statement credits monthly when you pay with the Gold Card at Grubhub (including Seamless), Buffalo Wild Wings, Five Guys, The Cheesecake Factory, and Wonder. This can be an annual savings of up to $120. Enrollment required.
- $100 Resy Credit: Get up to $100 in statement credits each calendar year at over 10,000 qualifying U.S. Resy restaurants after you pay for eligible purchases with the American Express® Gold Card. That’s up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually. Enrollment required.
- $84 Dunkin' Credit: Earn up to $7 in monthly statement credits after you pay with the American Express® Gold Card at U.S. Dunkin’ locations. Enrollment required.
- $120 Uber Cash on Gold: Enjoy up to $120 in Uber Cash annually with your Gold Card. Just add your Card to your Uber account and you'll get $10 in Uber Cash each month to use on orders and rides in the U.S. when you select an Amex Card for your transaction.
- New! As an American Express® Gold Card Member, you can enjoy complimentary Hertz Five Star® Status. Enjoy benefits like skipping the counter at select locations, adding an additional driver at no additional cost*, and vehicle upgrades**. Benefit enrollment and Hertz Gold+ registration are required. *Additional drivers must meet standard rental qualifications and must be a spouse or domestic partner to qualify as complimentary. Other additional drivers subject to fees. **Benefits are subject to availability and vary by location. Additional Hertz program Terms and Conditions including age restrictions apply.
- Take advantage of a $100 credit towards eligible charges* at over 1,300 upscale hotels worldwide when you book The Hotel Collection through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App **. *Eligible charges vary by property. **The Hotel Collection requires a two-night minimum stay.
- Book your travel through the Amex Travel App with added peace of mind – backed by American Express® service and support. Only for American Express® Card Members.
- Whenever you need us, we're here. Our Member Services team will ensure you are taken care of. From lost Card replacement to statement questions, we are available to help 24/7.
- No Foreign Transaction Fees.
- Annual Fee is $325.
- Terms Apply.