Feb 16, 2016, 7:59 pm
Last edit by: philemer
This thread is now archived.
Continue the discussion here: HERE
Prior thread: Pre-2016 discussions archived HERE.
Similar thread on IHG Forum here: https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/intercontinental-hotels-ihg-rewards-club-intercontinental-ambassador/1232030-annual-free-night-cert-ihg-rewards-club-visa-mastercard-23.html Currently, the IHG credit card is NOT subject to Chase's 5/24 restriction.
IMPORTANT NOTE: As of April 2018, a new IHG card is being released. There are changes, including a limit to the value of the annual free night certificate (40,000 point vs. any hotel).
Ongoing discussion can be found here, in the IHG forum.
https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/inte...valuation.html
Existing card members can use "any hotel" certificates that were issued/will be issued prior to April 30th. Any Anniversary Night issued BEFORE May 1, 2018 is still valid at any IHG hotel worldwide.
Certificates issued AFTER May 1 will be under the new T & C's.
From Chase:
Here’s what’s changing
Currently, we award this Anniversary Free Night each year after your anniversary date, and it is redeemable at any IHG property. Going forward, Anniversary Free Nights issued after May 1, 2018, will be redeemable at eligible IHG hotels with a redemption value up to and including 40,000 points.
Here is the list of IHG hotels that will NO LONGER be available for certificate redemption: https://www.ihg.com/content/us/en/deals/partner-offers/anniversary-free-night?_PMID=99634986&cm_mmc=CJ-_-4453693-_-7718223-_-www.ihg.com%2Fcontent&glat=AFFI&setPMCookies=true& url=https://www.ihg.com/content/us/en/deals/partner-offers/anniversary-free-night
Current public offers, as of 9/1/17
All offers have the following terms/benefits:
Q. Where can I learn more about the annual free-night certificate associated with this card? How long are the certificates good for? Are the certificates revoked if you cancel your Chase card?
A. See Annual Free Night Cert from IHG (Rewards Club) Visa / Mastercard.
Q. Once I meet the $1000 (or $2000) spending requirement, how soon will I receive my bonus points?
Q. Can I apply for this card and earn the bonus after doing so previously?
A. For answers to these and other questions, see the wiki and related discussion in the master discussion thread Applying for Chase Credit Cards, 2017 onward
Q. Will the signup bonus count toward Spire Elite status?
A. No
Continue the discussion here: HERE
Prior thread: Pre-2016 discussions archived HERE.
Similar thread on IHG Forum here: https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/intercontinental-hotels-ihg-rewards-club-intercontinental-ambassador/1232030-annual-free-night-cert-ihg-rewards-club-visa-mastercard-23.html Currently, the IHG credit card is NOT subject to Chase's 5/24 restriction.
IMPORTANT NOTE: As of April 2018, a new IHG card is being released. There are changes, including a limit to the value of the annual free night certificate (40,000 point vs. any hotel).
Ongoing discussion can be found here, in the IHG forum.
https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/inte...valuation.html
Existing card members can use "any hotel" certificates that were issued/will be issued prior to April 30th. Any Anniversary Night issued BEFORE May 1, 2018 is still valid at any IHG hotel worldwide.
Certificates issued AFTER May 1 will be under the new T & C's.
From Chase:
Update: We’re changing the Anniversary Free Night on your IHG Rewards Club Select Credit Card
On May 1, 2018, we’re changing the Anniversary Free Night benefit associated with your IHG Rewards Club Select Credit Card.Here’s what’s changing
Currently, we award this Anniversary Free Night each year after your anniversary date, and it is redeemable at any IHG property. Going forward, Anniversary Free Nights issued after May 1, 2018, will be redeemable at eligible IHG hotels with a redemption value up to and including 40,000 points.
Here is the list of IHG hotels that will NO LONGER be available for certificate redemption: https://www.ihg.com/content/us/en/deals/partner-offers/anniversary-free-night?_PMID=99634986&cm_mmc=CJ-_-4453693-_-7718223-_-www.ihg.com%2Fcontent&glat=AFFI&setPMCookies=true& url=https://www.ihg.com/content/us/en/deals/partner-offers/anniversary-free-night
Current public offers, as of 9/1/17
- 60k + 5K AU After spending $1,000 on purchases (landing page; application) (Still live on April 2, 2018 with the $49 renewal fee)
- 60K + 5K AU After spending $1,000 on purchases (landing page; application) (Dead)
- Signup bonus earned after $1,000/$2000 spend in first 3 months
- Starting on the first anniversary of account opening, a free night every year at any [effective with Anniversary Certs issued on 01 May 2018, redeemable only at properties 40,000 points and under] IHG hotel. (Cert may be redeemed online.)
- 5 points per $ spent at IHG hotels
- 2 points per $ spent on gas, groceries and dining
- 1 point per $ on everything else
- 10% points rebate on any redemptions. ("Please allow 4 to 6 weeks after Reward Night stay for rebated points to be deposited into your account")
- No fee 1st year, then $49.
- No foreign transaction fees.
- IHG Platinum status for as long as you hold the card.
A. See Annual Free Night Cert from IHG (Rewards Club) Visa / Mastercard.
Q. Once I meet the $1000 (or $2000) spending requirement, how soon will I receive my bonus points?
Q. Can I apply for this card and earn the bonus after doing so previously?
A. For answers to these and other questions, see the wiki and related discussion in the master discussion thread Applying for Chase Credit Cards, 2017 onward
Q. Will the signup bonus count toward Spire Elite status?
A. No
IHG Rewards MasterCard [now 60,000 pts]
Aug 22, 2016, 7:38 pm
#271
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Last edited by philemer; Aug 22, 2016 at 7:46 pm Reason: wrong thread
Aug 25, 2016, 11:35 am
#272
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So the sign up bonus right now is 60k + free anniversary night? Or do you get the free night next year? If i immediately get the free night, when does that become active? After meeting spending threshold or when the card is first active?
Aug 25, 2016, 11:38 am
#273
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Aug 25, 2016, 1:26 pm
#274
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If the term "anniversary" isn't clear enough, you can read the bonus summary in the wiki above.
Aug 29, 2016, 4:43 am
#276
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Was approved for the 80k + 5k AU offer. With the free anniversary night and the 10% points back on redemption stays, this is perhaps the greatest card to keep in one's back pocket. The only spend I will put on is when I stay at IHG hotels, which luckily I am very soon.
I actually think it makes sense for people to purchase IHG Ambassador status as well which will usually entitle the person to a room upgrade. You also get the BOGO. You can combine the BOGO with the free annual night from the card. Get 2 free nights, 1 paid night.
I actually think it makes sense for people to purchase IHG Ambassador status as well which will usually entitle the person to a room upgrade. You also get the BOGO. You can combine the BOGO with the free annual night from the card. Get 2 free nights, 1 paid night.
Aug 29, 2016, 8:41 pm
#280
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Location: Denver
Programs: UA Silver
Posts: 94
Interesting. I'm trying this tonight after being approved for 60K +$50 offer earlier today. Says "this offer is not available for you" and the language on the page still says 60K. Wonder if it's because I got approved today.
Anyone know how long it takes until the account shows Plat Elite status? Want to use for Hilton status match before trip starting in 12 days.
Anyone know how long it takes until the account shows Plat Elite status? Want to use for Hilton status match before trip starting in 12 days.
Last edited by JustBreathe; Aug 29, 2016 at 9:48 pm
Aug 29, 2016, 8:52 pm
#281
Join Date: Jun 2016
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is anyone willing to share the screenshot for the 80K offer, or 80K + $50 offer?
please kindly PM me if you do and dont feel comfortable sharing in forum.
i wasnt able to get that offer, but did apply for the regular 60K + $50 offer anyway bc i need IHG points in the next 6 months.
but trying to SM Chase to match the offer now. i dont know if i will be successful though past data points seems optimistic.
please kindly PM me if you do and dont feel comfortable sharing in forum.
i wasnt able to get that offer, but did apply for the regular 60K + $50 offer anyway bc i need IHG points in the next 6 months.
but trying to SM Chase to match the offer now. i dont know if i will be successful though past data points seems optimistic.
Aug 29, 2016, 10:24 pm
#282
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12 days to get Platinum and get Hilton to match to Diamond will be cutting it VERY close
Aug 29, 2016, 10:29 pm
#283
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Aug 29, 2016, 10:33 pm
#284
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Yes, I'll cross my fingers, remind myself this is a First World problem, and just breathe ;]