Originally Posted by
patmcpsu
As far as elite benefits: there aren't any. I believe IHG's logic is: If your everyday stays are getting reimbursed by your employer, any stay enhancements (such as breakfast) mean little to you and is forfeited-profit by us; we'll just shower you with points instead. I'm actually a fan of this strategy, but only if they offer adequate redemption options.
Well put. This is why IHG has never even been a backup but more like a tertiary program.
IHG would need to add lounge or breakfast as a confirmed benefit, integrate Kimpton (with a footprint outside North America!) and add 2 brands around IC to make it my primary chain.