Originally Posted by
Gongzuokuang
IC GS is a much nicer hotel, but the Indigo is fine and is a better value.
Actually difference in points is just 5k, so if IC GS is MUCH nicer, it will be a better value. I don't like TST area however, and harbor views are, according to reports, a) very narrow there and b) unlikely to be given even to Ambassadors on points bookings.
Originally Posted by
Gongzuokuang
The corner suites at the Indigo are kinda cool, but the harbor view is, of course, nicer at the IC GS. Service at both is meh. Not sure what sort of treatment you expect. All I ever really look for is the upgraded room, and maybe some free drinks.
I have been platinum for a few years and book the corner rooms at the Indigo. The only upgrade is a suite, and I only got it once. I don't think there is any sort of Club Floor at the Indigo, so if you're looking for that then IC is the much better choice.
I just expect to get a room upgrade and a pleasing view from the window. I won't get complimentary Club access – it's not a benefit of Amb status, forget Gold. And HK is a place with typically average to crappy service, so I don't expect any hotel to go beyond of what they have to.
Basically, I just think to make some decent use of 60–70k IHG points. Since most of my stays will be with SPG & Marriott, I'd rather use IHG points on something aspirational, rather than few nights at HIE in a middle of nowhere.