Aug 6, 2013, 11:56 am
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IHG Rewards MasterCard (2016).
IHG Rewards MasterCard (2016).
IHG Rewards Visa/MC, currently 60K, possibly 80K, pts
Sep 3, 2014, 2:18 pm
#2071
Join Date: Sep 2014
Posts: 2
I have had the IHG card for about 3 years and believe it is one the best cards out there due to low fee but ability for free night each year. We used ours at Intercontinental Osaka this year for a room that is usually $470/night! Also, they did honor the plat status with a room upgrade.
Real reason I'm posting is to report the link posted on this thread is still good - My wife applied for the card last week and it just arrived. Confirmed when activating it that 80K points for $1K min spend in 3 mos.
Real reason I'm posting is to report the link posted on this thread is still good - My wife applied for the card last week and it just arrived. Confirmed when activating it that 80K points for $1K min spend in 3 mos.
Sep 3, 2014, 2:25 pm
#2072
Join Date: Feb 2003
Posts: 8,135
Also, welcome to FT!
Sep 3, 2014, 5:51 pm
#2073
Join Date: Aug 2014
Posts: 3
Anyone who applied within the last couple of days wouldn't have even gotten the card yet, much less the bonus points. And Chase CSRs are sadly known to tell you yes you qualify at Recon, then a month or two later Chase mails you a notice that no, you don't actually qualify.
However, a number of posts above from folks who got the card, did the minimum spend, and have already gotten the bonus.
However, a number of posts above from folks who got the card, did the minimum spend, and have already gotten the bonus.
Sep 3, 2014, 8:58 pm
#2074
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Florida
Posts: 29,740
I have had the IHG card for about 3 years and believe it is one the best cards out there due to low fee but ability for free night each year. We used ours at Intercontinental Osaka this year for a room that is usually $470/night! Also, they did honor the plat status with a room upgrade.
Real reason I'm posting is to report the link posted on this thread is still good - My wife applied for the card last week and it just arrived. Confirmed when activating it that 80K points for $1K min spend in 3 mos.
Real reason I'm posting is to report the link posted on this thread is still good - My wife applied for the card last week and it just arrived. Confirmed when activating it that 80K points for $1K min spend in 3 mos.
There are 3 ICs in Tokyo - all of them are very nice and not cheap at all. ICs in Asia generally are nice properties. ICs in Europe depends on cities. Some are very so so (IC Prague for example, IC London Park Lane is also underwhelmed).
Sep 5, 2014, 4:26 pm
#2075
Join Date: Aug 2014
Posts: 7
Just got approved!
I clicked on the link in the wiki and it was indeed the 80,000 point offer. I confirmed with rep after I was approved (by moving credit around). They also will expedite my card in two day delivery since I'll be leaving on a trip in a couple of weeks. But you have to ask! Normally, it takes 5-7 business days for delivery. Thanks, Flyertalk, for another great offer! 
Sep 5, 2014, 7:25 pm
#2076
Join Date: Mar 2013
Posts: 69
Is this better than the Marriott Visa that recently had a big bonus?
My travel needs in the near future would be Australia and Asia. Leaning towards this due to the very low annual fee. I'm just not too familiar with the chain aside from holiday inns which are cheap here in the USA. I held back on Marriott because I couldn't find many hotels but only did a brief search. Looking at Sydney around November. Thanks!
My travel needs in the near future would be Australia and Asia. Leaning towards this due to the very low annual fee. I'm just not too familiar with the chain aside from holiday inns which are cheap here in the USA. I held back on Marriott because I couldn't find many hotels but only did a brief search. Looking at Sydney around November. Thanks!
Sep 6, 2014, 5:31 am
#2077
Join Date: Aug 2011
Programs: IHG Spire Ambassador, CC Gold, Marriott Gold, HH Gold, DL PM
Posts: 526
Is this better than the Marriott Visa that recently had a big bonus?
My travel needs in the near future would be Australia and Asia. Leaning towards this due to the very low annual fee. I'm just not too familiar with the chain aside from holiday inns which are cheap here in the USA. I held back on Marriott because I couldn't find many hotels but only did a brief search. Looking at Sydney around November. Thanks!
My travel needs in the near future would be Australia and Asia. Leaning towards this due to the very low annual fee. I'm just not too familiar with the chain aside from holiday inns which are cheap here in the USA. I held back on Marriott because I couldn't find many hotels but only did a brief search. Looking at Sydney around November. Thanks!
IHG has more hotels in Australia than Marriott. You would have to check the different countries in Asia for those comparisons.
The chain also includes Intercontinental hotels, Crowne Plaza, Hotel Indigo brands.
IHG is also running a good promo until the end of the year that could help with the trips next year (into the night).
Sep 6, 2014, 12:49 pm
#2078
Join Date: Jun 2009
Posts: 2,135
Guys - in usual circumstances, how long after one receives the card and completes the spend do you get the IHG free night?
Thx
Thx
Sep 6, 2014, 1:50 pm
#2079
Join Date: Jun 2012
Posts: 3,369
There's only the annual free night (you get the first one after you own the card for 1 year)
Signup spend only gives you 60-80k points (not sure how long it takes to post, someone else can chime in)
Sep 6, 2014, 4:30 pm
#2081
Join Date: Mar 2013
Posts: 69
In my opinion - yes it is better. The annual certificate is for any IHG property in the world for a $49 fee. Marriott only gives you category 1-5 for an $85 fee. This card gives you platinum status, Marriott gives you silver. This card gives you 10% back on the points that you spend. Marriott doesn't.
IHG has more hotels in Australia than Marriott. You would have to check the different countries in Asia for those comparisons.
The chain also includes Intercontinental hotels, Crowne Plaza, Hotel Indigo brands.
IHG is also running a good promo until the end of the year that could help with the trips next year (into the night).
IHG has more hotels in Australia than Marriott. You would have to check the different countries in Asia for those comparisons.
The chain also includes Intercontinental hotels, Crowne Plaza, Hotel Indigo brands.
IHG is also running a good promo until the end of the year that could help with the trips next year (into the night).
Sep 6, 2014, 5:06 pm
#2082
Join Date: Mar 2013
Posts: 69
Few data points. Just got accepted instantly for this card using wiki link. Confirmed 80k offer. Expedited shipping as well. Also my 6th Chase Card, 2nd in last two days. Credit score excellent.
Sep 6, 2014, 10:01 pm
#2084
Join Date: Aug 2014
Posts: 3
I received my card today and the rep confirmed 80k bonus
Sep 7, 2014, 8:37 pm
#2085
Join Date: Sep 2014
Posts: 2
Is it worth switching to earning IHG points toward skymiles?