Jan 11, 2018, 7:52 pm
Last edit by: FlyinHawaiian
A tradition of Kimpton is to have secret social passwords periodically during the year (note - this means there are periods when there isn't a password). Any guest mentioning the password at check-in will be given an amenity at the discretion of the hotel. This thread lists the current password and what members received.
Based on recent history, there is a winter password that starts around the US Thanksgiving Holiday in November through the end of February and a summer password that starts around the US Memorial Day Weekend in May and ends around the US Labor Day Holiday in September.
Current Password "Chalet All Day"
Valid Between 1 December 2023 and 29 February 2024
Official postings will come from Kimpton via social media such as Facebook, Instagram, and X (fka., Twitter).
Based on recent history, there is a winter password that starts around the US Thanksgiving Holiday in November through the end of February and a summer password that starts around the US Memorial Day Weekend in May and ends around the US Labor Day Holiday in September.
Current Password "Chalet All Day"
Valid Between 1 December 2023 and 29 February 2024
Official postings will come from Kimpton via social media such as Facebook, Instagram, and X (fka., Twitter).
The thread documenting what was offered in previous years may be found here - https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/othe...rd-thread.html
Q. What happens if a property isn't aware of the secret password promotion?
A. If you have a mobile device, go to Kimpton's Facebook or Instagram feed, find their post announcing the secret password, and show it to the uninformed staff member. If needed, escalate to a supervisor. After the fact, send a note to IHG Customer Care or post a message via social media to Kimpton's attention.
Q. Is the promotion limited to IHG Rewards/IC Ambassador members only?
A. No, the promotion is open to any guest with a reservation at the hotel.
Q. Is the promotion good for award stays or is it only for paid stays?
A. The promotion is good for any stay, paid or award.
Q. What if I forget to mention the password when I check in?
A. You can always try and mention it at the front desk later during your stay and see if they will honor it. YMMV.
Q. What happens if a property isn't aware of the secret password promotion?
A. If you have a mobile device, go to Kimpton's Facebook or Instagram feed, find their post announcing the secret password, and show it to the uninformed staff member. If needed, escalate to a supervisor. After the fact, send a note to IHG Customer Care or post a message via social media to Kimpton's attention.
Q. Is the promotion limited to IHG Rewards/IC Ambassador members only?
A. No, the promotion is open to any guest with a reservation at the hotel.
Q. Is the promotion good for award stays or is it only for paid stays?
A. The promotion is good for any stay, paid or award.
Q. What if I forget to mention the password when I check in?
A. You can always try and mention it at the front desk later during your stay and see if they will honor it. YMMV.
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November 2017 to December 2018
The Kimpton Hotels Secret Password Experience Thread (2019 Onward)
Jul 2, 2019, 4:44 pm
#62
Join Date: Nov 2011
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Programs: Kimpton IC, IHG Plat, Hilton Gold, Hyatt Plat, SPG Gold
Posts: 46
Hotel Monaco DC
Two rooms booked. They ran out of the gift bags so we received $50 F&B per room. I definitely preferred this over the normal offering. The front desk manager 1st offered comp brunch when checking in, but then later wisely clarified via text $100 total. I was getting gitty for an endless mimosa brunch feast lol....
Both rooms upgraded to Premier Monte Carlo. 1st time in a while we haven't been upgraded to a suite there. One suite was available at the time of check in. but the older gentleman checking us in said no suites were available.
I have to say the area around the Capital One Arena is becoming more and more sketchy at night.....
Both rooms upgraded to Premier Monte Carlo. 1st time in a while we haven't been upgraded to a suite there. One suite was available at the time of check in. but the older gentleman checking us in said no suites were available.
I have to say the area around the Capital One Arena is becoming more and more sketchy at night.....
Jul 2, 2019, 9:09 pm
#63
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: Canada
Programs: Aeroplan E50/MM, HH gold, Nat Exec Elite, Kimpton Karma
Posts: 2,354
Two rooms booked. They ran out of the gift bags so we received $50 F&B per room. I definitely preferred this over the normal offering. The front desk manager 1st offered comp brunch when checking in, but then later wisely clarified via text $100 total. I was getting gitty for an endless mimosa brunch feast lol....
Both rooms upgraded to Premier Monte Carlo. 1st time in a while we haven't been upgraded to a suite there. One suite was available at the time of check in. but the older gentleman checking us in said no suites were available.
I have to say the area around the Capital One Arena is becoming more and more sketchy at night.....
Both rooms upgraded to Premier Monte Carlo. 1st time in a while we haven't been upgraded to a suite there. One suite was available at the time of check in. but the older gentleman checking us in said no suites were available.
I have to say the area around the Capital One Arena is becoming more and more sketchy at night.....
Other than Metro to/from airport, walked everywhere including at night. One of the reasons I like this property is the location because it’s easy to get around. Was not at all worried in the area at night. Of course, one has to be careful, it’s a big city. Now, Shaw is a different story but getting better.
The thing I don’t like at the Monaco DC is the amenity fee. A clear cash grab.
Jul 7, 2019, 2:54 pm
#64
Moderator: Hawaii-based airlines & Hawai'i forums
Join Date: Mar 2003
Location: Ka ʻĀpala Nui, Nuioka
Programs: NEXUS/Global Entry, Delta, United, Hyatt, IHG, Marriott, and Hertz
Posts: 18,037
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia
"Spin The Wheel" promotion with the following prizes:
- Atelier Bloem bath & body kit
- Breakfast for Two
- Philly Special - Tickets for Two (not sure what this was)
- Wild Card
- Spa Kit
- 5,000 IHG Points
Jul 8, 2019, 11:32 am
#65
Join Date: Jan 2003
Location: Northern Minnesota, US
Programs: DL Diamond, SPG/MR Plat, Kimpton IC, IHG Spire Elite, Hilton Gold
Posts: 659
Jul 8, 2019, 10:49 pm
#66
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: HEL
Programs: SPG LTP, hotels, OWE, STE+, *G, Octopus
Posts: 5,784
Jul 10, 2019, 6:41 am
#67
Join Date: Jul 2011
Posts: 1,133
Jul 10, 2019, 3:12 pm
#68
Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: Berkeley, California
Programs: Starwood Gold, Hyatt Platinum
Posts: 560
Jul 11, 2019, 5:06 pm
#69
Join Date: Jan 2003
Location: Northern Minnesota, US
Programs: DL Diamond, SPG/MR Plat, Kimpton IC, IHG Spire Elite, Hilton Gold
Posts: 659
Jul 11, 2019, 7:00 pm
#70
Suspended
Join Date: Oct 2017
Location: Miami, Florida
Programs: AA ExPlat, Hyatt Globalist, IHG Spire, Hilton Gold
Posts: 4,009
It doesn't sound like it was declined. It sounds like someone forgot to mention it at check-in, or the OP simply chose not to inquire.
As you said, it's a stated benefit, so no real reason to wait for it to be offered.
As you said, it's a stated benefit, so no real reason to wait for it to be offered.
Jul 20, 2019, 11:48 am
#73
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: CHS
Programs: Delta, AA, BA, United, Hyatt Globalist, Hilton Honors Diamond, SPG Marriott Gold, Sixt Platinum
Posts: 1,142
Kimpton Nine Zero, Boston.
free movie. Love this hotel. Checked my bill and had to remind them to credit the movie. Small thing. Always good to check. Still a fan.
free movie. Love this hotel. Checked my bill and had to remind them to credit the movie. Small thing. Always good to check. Still a fan.
Last edited by beachmiles; Jul 20, 2019 at 12:13 pm
Jul 22, 2019, 11:53 am
#74
Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: NYC
Programs: AA EXP, SPG Plat, Marriott Silver, HH Gold
Posts: 797
Kimpton Hotel Eventi in NYC Herald Square, July 2019. $20 F&B at The Vine which is nice (and covered gratuity), and a small beach ball, sand bucket and shovel with the bucket filled with hard candies. We used the F&B but left the bucket.
Check-in agent appeared surprised/excited when I used the password, lol.
Check-in agent appeared surprised/excited when I used the password, lol.
Jul 23, 2019, 7:33 pm
#75
Join Date: Jul 2011
Posts: 1,133
Kimpton Allegro in Chicago plays a card game. Prize depends on what you draw and ranges from late checkout (2) to an upgrade (Ace). I got another $10 Raid the Bar and my boss got a free appetizer in the restaurant. The clerk was was very enthusiastic when I said the passcode (especially since I threw it into a casual sentence).