# 7 Hidden Benefits of IHG One Rewards Discover the untapped advantages of the IHG One Rewards program. - **Source:** [NerdWallet](https://brifing.si/source/47fee75b-2b5e-493d-9ac3-f012b6c37891) - **Published:** 2026-07-21 - **Topic:** [Career Growth](https://brifing.si/c/growth) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/51a5debc-f6fc-4c52-b1bf-e9d6984262b7 ## What is IHG One Rewards? IHG One Rewards is a loyalty program offering a wide portfolio from budget-friendly hotels like Holiday Inn Express to luxury brands like Regent Hotels. It allows earning and redeeming points on eligible stays. ## Elite Status with Chase Sapphire Reserve Spending $75,000 annually with the Chase Sapphire Reserve card grants automatic Diamond Elite status with IHG One Rewards, offering perks like bonus points, late checkout, and room upgrades. ## Ambassador Program For $225 or 45,000 points, Ambassador membership provides extra benefits at InterContinental hotels, including room upgrades, late checkout, and a complimentary weekend night. ## Lounge Access Guests who stay 40 nights a year can gain lounge access through IHG's Milestone Rewards program, valid at brands like Regent and InterContinental. ## Free Night with Credit Card The IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card offers a free anniversary night and Platinum Elite status, easily offsetting the annual fee. ## Fourth Night Free IHG credit cardholders can get the fourth night free when redeeming points for at least four nights, providing significant savings on longer stays. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.nerdwallet.com/travel/learn/benefits-ihg-one-rewards-loyalty-program — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._