IHG One Rewards Award Chart
IHG One Rewards Points pricing guide for 2026
IHG One Rewards uses dynamic pricing organized around four tiers: PointBreaks promotional rates, Everyday Brands, Premium Brands, and Luxury Brands. The fourth night free benefit on all award stays and quarterly PointBreaks deals at 10,000 points make IHG a solid mid-tier hotel program.
Category Pricing
Points per night by category
| Category | Properties | Off-Peak | Standard | Peak | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Everyday Brands | Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express | 10,000 | 15,000-30,000 | 40,000 | Off-peak · Peak |
| Luxury Brands | InterContinental, Six Senses, Regent | 40,000 | 70,000-100,000 | 130,000+ | Off-peak · Peak |
| PointBreaks | Select promotional properties | 10,000 | 10,000 | — | Off-peak |
| Premium Brands | Kimpton, Hotel Indigo, Crowne Plaza | 25,000 | 40,000-60,000 | 80,000 | Off-peak · Peak |
* Pricing shown is approximate and may vary with dynamic pricing or seasonal adjustments
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PointBreaks
10,000-15,000/nightIHG releases a quarterly list of hotels available for just 10,000-15,000 points per night. These rotating deals can deliver exceptional value at participating properties worldwide.
Fourth Night Free
25% offAll IHG One Rewards members get the fourth night free on award stays. A 4-night booking costs only 3 nights of points — an effective 25% discount.
Holiday Inn Express
15,000-25,000/nightBudget-friendly Holiday Inn Express properties often price at 15,000-25,000 points per night. With free breakfast included, these are solid everyday redemptions.
InterContinental Off-Peak
40,000/nightLuxury InterContinental properties during off-peak at 40,000 points per night. Cash rates of $200-400+ make this a strong-value premium redemption.
Tips for Maximizing Value
The IHG Premier card earns bonus points at IHG properties and includes the fourth night free benefit.
PointBreaks deals are released quarterly — check early as popular properties sell out fast.
Chase Ultimate Rewards do NOT transfer to IHG. Earn IHG points via stays and co-branded cards.
Ambassador status (IHG's top tier at 70 nights) adds a personal ambassador and guaranteed room type.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the IHG One Rewards award chart work?
IHG uses dynamic pricing organized into tiers. Everyday brands like Holiday Inn range from 10,000-40,000 points, Premium brands like Kimpton from 25,000-80,000, and Luxury brands like InterContinental from 40,000-130,000+. PointBreaks deals offer select properties at just 10,000 points.
How much are IHG points worth?
IHG points are worth approximately 0.5-0.6 cents each on average. PointBreaks redemptions and the fourth night free benefit can push value to 0.8+ cents per point.
What is IHG PointBreaks?
PointBreaks is IHG's quarterly promotional list featuring select hotels for just 10,000-15,000 points per night. The list rotates and can include properties that normally cost much more, offering exceptional value.
What is the IHG fourth night free?
All IHG One Rewards members get the fourth night free on award stays. Book 4 nights and pay for only 3 in points, giving you an effective 25% discount on 4-night stays.
Can you transfer credit card points to IHG?
No major transferable points program transfers directly to IHG One Rewards. Points are earned through hotel stays, co-branded IHG credit cards, and the IHG earning ecosystem.
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