Originally Posted by
powerplantop
In just looking at the properties I think the Residence Inn would work out better. But I am worried about losing my status with IHG. It does not count for much at HI or HIX but at CP or IC hotels it is nice.
WHAT??? With the annual Double Points offer in [every] fall, you'd probably only need between 10-20 nights to maintain Platinum at IHG. Currently IHG has plenty of promotions, including a Triple Points, see this
thread. I'd only need 5 one-nights stays this month for achiving Platinum Status.