IHG is running a “Book Early and Save” winter promotion across its EMEA & South Asia footprint. Here’s how the discount tiers break down:
- 15% off the Best Flexible Rate for all guests
- 20% off for IHG One Rewards members
- 23% off (20% + 3% app bonus) for members booking via the IHG app
The catch? These are non-refundable rates. Full prepayment is required at booking, and changes or cancellations aren’t permitted. You’ll need to book at least 3 days in advance of your arrival.
Where It Works
This promotion covers participating hotels across:
- Europe: UK, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, Austria, Poland, Czech Republic, Greece, Turkey, and more
- Middle East: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon
- Africa: South Africa, Egypt, Morocco, Kenya, Ghana, Mauritius, Tunisia
- South Asia: India, Bangladesh, Nepal
Participating brands include InterContinental, Kimpton, Crowne Plaza, Hotel Indigo, voco, Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Staybridge Suites, Candlewood Suites, Vignette Collection, Garner, and Regent. Iberostar Beachfront Resorts are included with slightly different terms.
Not included: Six Senses properties.
The 2X Points Stack
Here’s where it gets interesting. Running concurrently is IHG’s Unlimited 2X Points promotion:
- Register between December 9, 2025 and March 31, 2026
- Earn 2X points starting from your second qualifying stay through March 31, 2026
- No cap on the number of stays that qualify
The key qualifier: each night must have a minimum spend of $30 USD (or local equivalent) and be booked on a qualifying rate. Reward Nights and Points & Cash bookings don’t count. You can register here.
Note: Ruby Hotels are excluded from the 2X promo.
Good to Know
- Stay window: January 10 – October 10, 2026 (Ruby Hotels extend to December 31, 2026)
- Booking window: January 7 – 21, 2026
- Minimum advance: 3 days
- Payment: Full prepayment required; non-refundable
- Blackout dates: May apply at some properties
- Ruby Hotels: Offer minimum 20% off their Stay Flexible rate but operate under separate terms and aren’t integrated into IHG One Rewards yet
The Verdict
This is a respectable winter sale with a useful stacking opportunity. The 23% app discount for members is the headline, but the real value comes from pairing it with the unlimited 2X points promo during Q1 2026.
The non-refundable terms are the main drawback — if your plans are uncertain, this isn’t the rate for you. But if you’ve got firm travel dates to EMEA between January and October, booking during this window makes sense.
Bottom Line
If you’re planning stays across participating regions in 2026, mark January 7–21 in your calendar. Book via the app for maximum discount, and don’t forget to register for the 2X points promo separately.
