{"id":48541,"date":"2026-09-14T22:10:02","date_gmt":"2026-09-14T22:10:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/?p=48541"},"modified":"2026-10-20T16:30:07","modified_gmt":"2026-10-20T16:30:07","slug":"ihg-one-rewards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/hotels\/ihg-one-rewards\/","title":{"rendered":"IHG One Rewards Guide: How To Earn, Redeem, and Get the Most From IHG Points"},"content":{"rendered":"

IHG One Rewards is one of the world's biggest hotel loyalty programs, with more than 7,000 properties across 21 brands. While it might not be as beloved as some competing programs, IHG points are easy to earn, and the co-branded IHG credit cards issued by Chase are some of the better hotel cards on the market.<\/p>\n

Here, we'll cover how to earn IHG One Rewards points, along with a rundown on the pros and cons of the program.<\/p>\n

How To Join IHG Rewards<\/span><\/h2>\n

IHG One Rewards is completely free to join. Head to ihg.com and click the “Join for free<\/a>” button.<\/p>\n

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Form for joining IHG One Rewards for free. Screenshot of IHG<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n

Once you're logged in, you can manage your upcoming reservations, edit your account information, and view your member benefits.<\/p>\n

Related:\u00a010 Reasons Six Senses Laamu Is (Still) My Favorite Resort in the World<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

How to track IHG One Rewards with AwardWallet<\/span><\/h3>\n

You can track your points, awards, and expiration dates<\/a> by adding your IHG Rewards account to AwardWallet using this link<\/a>. AwardWallet can also alert you when points or free night awards are nearing expiration.<\/p>\n

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Adding IHG One Rewards to AwardWallet.<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n

AwardWallet can track over 700 loyalty programs via a web browser or the AwardWallet app (iOS<\/a>, Android<\/a>). Consider taking advantage of all the features offered by AwardWallet Plus<\/a>, as well.<\/p>\n

Don't have an AwardWallet account yet?<\/strong> Sign up for free<\/a> and track unlimited rewards programs and travel plans.<\/p>\n

IHG One Rewards Hotels: Brands and Properties<\/span><\/h2>\n

IHG's portfolio ranges from luxury brands like InterContinental, Regent, and Six Senses to familiar options like Holiday Inn Express. You'll also find extended-stay brands such as Candlewood Suites and Staybridge Suites, plus lifestyle and upscale options like EVEN, voco, Hotel Indigo, and\u00a0Kimpton<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Brands participating in the IHG One Rewards program.<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n

Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express make up much of IHG's portfolio, so the program is skewed toward midscale hotels. However, there are plenty of upscale and luxury options, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\t\n\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t
Brand<\/th>Hotels<\/th>Rooms<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Atwell Suites<\/td>10<\/td>1,096<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
avid hotels<\/td>87<\/td>7,677<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Candlewood Suites<\/td>428<\/td>38,016<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Crowne Plaza<\/td>429<\/td>114,536<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
EVEN Hotels<\/td>47<\/td>7,059<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Garner<\/td>101<\/td>9,832<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Holiday Inn<\/td>1,244<\/td>226,465<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Holiday Inn Club Vacations<\/td>24<\/td>8,415<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Holiday Inn Express<\/td>3,304<\/td>353,031<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Hotel Indigo<\/td>195<\/td>26,241<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
HUALUXE<\/td>27<\/td>7,155<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Iberostar<\/td>62<\/td>21,000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
InterContinental<\/td>241<\/td>76,422<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Noted collection<\/td>0<\/td>0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Regent<\/td>11<\/td>3,212<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Ruby<\/td>18<\/td>3,138<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Six Senses<\/td>27<\/td>2,120<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Staybridge Suites<\/td>352<\/td>38,504<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Vignette<\/td>34<\/td>8,708<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
voco<\/td>137<\/td>37,913<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Total<\/td>7,014<\/td>1,035,589<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n

Related: The Best IHG Hotels Redemptions for Luxury Stays<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Best Ways To Earn IHG One Rewards Points<\/span><\/h2>\n

The most straightforward way to earn IHG points is through paid stays. Members earn 10 points per dollar spent before taxes at most IHG brands, while Candlewood Suites and Staybridge Suites earn 5 points per dollar.<\/p>\n

If you have elite status with IHG, you'll receive a bonus on the number of points earned, including a 60% bonus for Platinum Elite members and a 100% bonus for Diamond Elite members. You can also earn points through IHG Business Rewards<\/a>, IHG credit cards, promotions, and other partners.<\/p>\n

Related: How Many IHG Rewards Points Can I Earn on Hotel Stays?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Use an IHG One Rewards credit card<\/span><\/h3>\n

One of the fastest ways to accumulate IHG points is with an IHG credit card<\/a>. IHG has four co-branded Chase cards currently available to new applicants, plus the legacy IHG Select Card:<\/p>\n