IHG discount code – September 2026 – Picodi UK

IHG Hotels & Resorts deals and hotel brands (ihg.com)

IHG Hotels & Resorts is one of the world's largest hospitality groups, offering accommodation through more than 6,000 hotels across luxury, premium and essential segments. UK travellers searching for IHG hotel deals can book properties ranging from InterContinental and Kimpton to Holiday Inn Express and voco, covering city breaks, business trips and family holidays.

Popular hotel brands and accommodation categories available from IHG

The IHG portfolio includes several well-known brands serving different budgets and travel styles.

• InterContinental Hotels & Resorts – luxury hotels with spa facilities and premium dining.
• Kimpton Hotels – boutique properties with design-focused interiors.
• voco hotels – premium hotels combining individual character with global standards.
• Crowne Plaza – business-oriented hotels with meeting facilities.
• Holiday Inn – full-service hotels for families and leisure travellers.
• Holiday Inn Express – value-focused hotels often including complimentary breakfast.
• Staybridge Suites – extended-stay accommodation with apartment-style rooms.
• Candlewood Suites – long-term stays featuring kitchen-equipped suites.

Global hotel network and IHG One Rewards features

IHG operates hotels in more than 100 countries and manages a portfolio covering luxury, lifestyle, premium and extended-stay concepts. The company also runs the IHG One Rewards loyalty programme, which allows members to collect points and redeem them for free nights, upgrades and exclusive member rates.

Brands such as Six Senses, Regent, Hotel Indigo and Vignette Collection target premium travellers, while Holiday Inn Express and Garner provide affordable accommodation solutions.

Who are IHG hotels designed for?

The diversity of the IHG portfolio makes it suitable for multiple types of travellers.

• Business travellers looking for conference facilities and convenient locations.
• Families seeking spacious rooms and child-friendly amenities.
• Couples planning luxury city breaks.
• Frequent travellers interested in collecting loyalty points.
• Long-stay guests requiring kitchen-equipped suites.
• Holidaymakers searching for beachfront resorts and all-inclusive packages.

IHG discount codes and hotel promotions

IHG primarily operates through its own booking platform, where travellers can access member rates, package deals and seasonal offers. Those looking for current IHG discount codes can also visit Picodi.com, which aggregates updated promo codes and hotel deals available for selected destinations and participating brands.

Promotions may include discounted stays, bonus loyalty points and special packages for weekends or extended holidays.

7 ways to save money on IHG hotel bookings

1. Join IHG One Rewards before booking – membership is free and gives you access to member rates.
2. Book in advance – non-refundable advance purchase rates are cheaper than flexible rates.
3. Check the offers pages – IHG runs brand and destination deals, e.g. on Iberostar Beachfront Resorts or newly opened hotels.
4. Use Blue Light Card if you’re an eligible key worker.
5. Pay with points – Reward Nights start from 10,000 points, and Points + Cash lets you cover part of the cost with points.
6. Claim the Best Price Guarantee if you find a lower rate elsewhere.
7. Start at Picodi to earn up to 0.8% cashback on your booking.

IHG One Rewards: how the loyalty programme works

IHG One Rewards is IHG’s free loyalty programme: members get member rates, earn points on stays and redeem them for free Reward Nights from 10,000 points, with no blackout dates. Points expire after 12 months without account activity, unless you hold elite status.

• Club ------> free sign-up

• Silver Elite ------>10 nights ------> +20%

• Gold Elite ------>20 nights or 40,000 points ------> +40%

• Platinum Elite ------> 40 nights or 60,000 points ------> +60%

• Diamond Elite ------> 70 nights or 120,000 points ------> +100%

Most IHG brands award 10 base points per US$1 spent (charged in your local currency), while Staybridge Suites and Candlewood Suites award 5 points per US$1. Reaching 20, 40 and more nights a year also unlocks Milestone Rewards, such as confirmable suite upgrades or bonus points.

IHG Best Price Guarantee

If you book directly with IHG and find a lower publicly available rate for the same hotel, room and dates on another website, IHG matches that rate and gives you 5 times the IHG One Rewards points for the stay, up to 40,000 points. You need to submit the claim at least 24 hours before the hotel’s standard check-in time.

IHG cashback with Picodi

IHG cashback is up to 0.8% of your booking value, paid into your Picodi account when you click “Get cashback now” on Picodi before booking on ihg.com.

1. Sign in or create a free Picodi account.
2. Click “Get cashback now” on this page – we’ll take you to ihg.com.
3. Book your stay on the website in the same browser tab (not in the IHG app).
4. Cashback appears as pending within 2 days and becomes available after your stay is completed and confirmed by IHG – 30 days.

Booking, payment methods and customer support for IHG reservations

Reservations can generally be paid using major credit and debit cards, including Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Some properties may additionally support digital payment solutions.

Delivery is not applicable because bookings are issued electronically, with confirmation usually arriving immediately after payment.

Cancellation policies vary depending on the selected rate and hotel. Flexible rates often allow modifications or cancellations before arrival, while promotional rates may be non-refundable.

Customer support is available through regional contact centres and hotel-specific teams. Guests can also manage reservations online via their IHG account.

Frequently asked questions about IHG Hotels & Resorts

How many hotel brands belong to IHG Hotels & Resorts?

IHG operates numerous brands spanning luxury, premium, essentials and extended-stay segments, including InterContinental, Kimpton, Crowne Plaza and Holiday Inn Express.

Does IHG have a loyalty programme?

Yes. IHG One Rewards enables members to earn points and redeem them for stays, upgrades and exclusive member benefits.

Which IHG brands are considered luxury hotels?

InterContinental, Regent, Six Senses, Kimpton and Vignette Collection are among the group's luxury and lifestyle brands.

Are there IHG hotels suitable for long-term stays?

Yes. Staybridge Suites and Candlewood Suites specialise in extended accommodation and often provide kitchen facilities and apartment-style layouts.

Hotel and travel sites similar to IHG

Compare prices before you book – check discount codes for other hotel brands and booking sites:

• Iberostar promo codes – beachfront resorts and city hotels, also bookable via IHG,
• Hotels.com discount codes – compare IHG hotels with other chains,
• Booking.com promo codes – hotels, apartments and holiday homes worldwide,
• Premier Inn discount codes – budget hotels across the UK.