Complimentary IHG One Rewards Platinum Elite Status with Chase Sapphire Reserve®
Quick insights
- Chase Sapphire Reserve cardmembers can activate IHG One Rewards Platinum Elite status, a tier that typically requires staying 40 qualifying nights at participating locations in a single calendar year.
- This status tier provides 60% bonus earnings on top of IHG One Rewards base points earned during hotel stays along with benefits like complimentary room upgrades (subject to availability) and a welcome amenity at check-in.
- In addition to IHG One Rewards Platinum Elite Status, benefits of the Sapphire Reserve card include travel protections and airport lounge access.
Experience a world of elevated travel experiences with your Chase Sapphire Reserve card, which now offers complimentary IHG One Rewards Platinum Elite status. This benefit helps to ensure that your stays at IHG® Hotels & Resorts are defined by enhanced comfort and exclusive perks, ranging from complimentary room upgrades (subject to availability) and 60% bonus earnings on top of base points for every stay from IHG One Rewards.
Learn more about how complimentary IHG One Rewards Platinum Elite status works and some ways it might enhance your future travels.
How does complimentary IHG One Rewards Platinum Elite status work?
Primary Chase Sapphire Reserve cardmembers can link their existing IHG One Rewards account on Chase.com or the Chase Mobile® app. Complimentary status is available through 12/31/2027. If you don’t already have an IHG One Rewards account, you can enroll through the IHG websiteOpens overlay. The activation process may take up to 3 weeks.
After your Sapphire Reserve account is successfully linked to your IHG One Rewards account, you can access benefits by entering your IHG One Rewards account number at reservation or presenting at check-in. To maintain IHG One Rewards Platinum Elite Status, the primary cardmember’s Sapphire Reserve account must remain open and their IHG One Rewards account must be in good standing.
Benefits of IHG One Rewards Platinum Elite status
The benefits provided by the IHG One Rewards Platinum Elite status tier are designed to make your travels more rewarding and comfortable. Let’s take a closer look at some potential benefits:
- Bonus points: Platinum Elite members receive 60% bonus earnings on top of base points earned during any qualifying stay at a participating location. This could help you accumulate points for a reward night faster.
- Room upgrades: You are eligible for complimentary room upgrades upon arrival based on availability at the time of check-in.
- Welcome amenities: Each time you check in, you can make your choice of welcome amenity, such as bonus points. This small gesture adds a touch of hospitality to the beginning of every trip you take.
- Early check-in: Platinum Elite status provides priority when requesting to get into your room before the standard check-in time (subject to availability). It can be a helpful feature when your flight lands early and you just want to drop your bags and relax.
Some considerations for the Sapphire Reserve IHG benefit
Reviewing the specific rules and costs associated with your cardmember benefits can help you decide how to best use these rewards. These perks may be most effective when they align with your specific travel habits and financial goals.
- Booking requirements: Booking directly through IHG channels allows you to receive points and status benefits.
- Point expiration: Your IHG One Rewards points do not expire as long as you maintain your status and your account remains in good standing. This may provide peace of mind for occasional travelers who might not travel very often.
- Annual fees: The Sapphire Reserve card has an annual fee that you may want to factor into your budget before applying. Many travel credit cards with a robust suite of benefits have an annual fee.
The bottom line
Holding IHG One Rewards Platinum Elite Status through the Sapphire Reserve card allows cardmembers to access hotel perks when staying at IHG properties. By understanding how benefits like the IHG bonus point earnings on top of base points for every stay and complimentary upgrades work, you can potentially enhance the value of every trip you plan. Before applying for the Sapphire Reserve card, you may want to consider the overall cardmember benefits and the card’s annual fee.
