IHG One Rewards members have a fresh way to stretch their points: as of March 2026, IHG is offering a 15% discount on award stays at select new and recently refreshed hotels, and the booking window has been extended. This means more time—and more properties—to score discounted stays using your IHG points.
What Changed
- Discount: 15% off award stays at eligible new and refreshed IHG hotels
- Booking window: Previously 3 months ahead; now extended (exact window varies by property, but generally longer)
- Eligible hotels: Rotating list of new and renovated properties, updated monthly
- Effective date: Extended booking window began March 2026
Who Benefits Most
- IHG loyalists booking new hotels: If you redeem 40,000 points for a 2-night stay at a new property, you now pay just 34,000 points—saving 6,000 points (worth ~$36 at 0.6¢/point).
- Travelers planning ahead: With the longer booking window, you can lock in discounted rates for trips several months out, especially valuable for high-demand periods.
- Cardholders with IHG One Premier Free Night Certificates: Use your certificate at a new hotel and pay fewer points if the rate exceeds the certificate cap, stretching your annual benefit further.
- Points maximizers: Stack this 15% discount with the 4th night free benefit from the IHG One Premier card for even bigger savings (e.g., a 4-night stay that would cost 80,000 points now costs just 68,000 points after both discounts).
Who Should Be Cautious
- Travelers loyal to other hotel chains: If you mainly stay at Marriott, Hyatt, or Hilton, this IHG offer won’t impact your redemptions.
- Those needing specific locations: The discount only applies to select new or refreshed hotels, so if your destination isn’t on the list, you won’t benefit.
- Last-minute bookers: While the window is longer, discounted rooms can sell out quickly at popular properties—waiting too long may mean missing out.
What To Do Right Now
- Check the current list of eligible hotels on IHG’s website or via Frequent Miler’s monthly update.
- Compare award rates: Search for your desired dates and see if the 15% discount applies.
- Book early: With the extended window, lock in your stay as soon as possible for the best selection.
- Combine with other benefits: If you have the IHG One Premier card, use the 4th night free perk for even more value.
- Monitor for new properties: The list updates monthly—set a reminder to check for new options if your plans are flexible.
