Best hotel rewards program for family of 5?
 

I have been using IHG for a number of years but as our family has grown, their program does not accommodate 5 people very well. Some times I can get away with using the Chase free night stay for 5 people but never any point stays. Plus, its just hard in general to find a hotel that doesn't require 2 rooms for more than 4 people. Does anyone have any recommendations where I can invest into an ecosystem for a family of 5?

Hey Noctilum! My experience is that most chains have the same limitations when booking online, but I think one option you could consider is to book through a travel designer/advisor; they can offer clients free breakfast (as a father of 2 myself, I know how much that can help!), a room upgrade if available, and early check in / late checkout - again very useful while packing up the kids! Many properties also will give up to a $100 spend credit too.

It's really like having the top tier status at any chain, even without having ever booked before. All for nothing more than the standard rate. Most chains have these private advisor programs.

All the best,
Dan