MileIntelHow to Earn
10 points per $1 at most brands, 5 pts/$1 at extended-stay brands. Elite bonuses: Silver +20%, Gold +40%, Platinum +60%, Diamond +100%
Budget-conscious travelers who stay at mid-range brands like Holiday Inn and Crowne Plaza.
Elite Status Tiers
| Tier | Requirement | Bonus |
|---|---|---|
| Silver Elite | 10 nights | +20% |
| Gold Elite | 20 nights or 40,000 Elite Qualifying Points | +40% |
| Platinum Elite | 40 nights or 60,000 Elite Qualifying Points | +60% |
| Diamond Elite | 70 nights or 120,000 Elite Qualifying Points | +100% |
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Redemption Values
- Economy
- 0.4–0.5¢
- Business
- 0.6–0.7¢
- First
- 0.6–0.7¢
Dynamic pricing can occasionally offer outsized value; 4th night free for elite members
Expiration Policy
Points expire after 12 months of inactivity (shortest of any major hotel program). Points never expire for Elite members (Silver and above)
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Frequently Asked Questions
IHG One Rewards offers 10 points per $1 at most brands, 5 pts/$1 at extended-stay brands. Elite bonuses: Silver +20%, Gold +40%, Platinum +60%, Diamond +100%. You can also earn through co-branded credit cards, shopping portals, dining programs, and partner purchases.
Points expire after 12 months of inactivity (shortest of any major hotel program). Points never expire for Elite members (Silver and above)
IHG One Rewards has 4 elite tiers: Silver Elite (10 nights), Gold Elite (20 nights or 40,000 Elite Qualifying Points), Platinum Elite (40 nights or 60,000 Elite Qualifying Points), Diamond Elite (70 nights or 120,000 Elite Qualifying Points).
IHG One Rewards is best for budget-conscious travelers who stay at mid-range brands like Holiday Inn and Crowne Plaza. IHG's loyalty program covering Holiday Inn, InterContinental, Kimpton, and other brands. Credit card shortcuts available for automatic elite status.
IHG One Rewards has co-branded credit cards plus transfer partner access from programs like select transferable points programs. Check the credit card strategy section above for the optimal card combination.
