6 key points about IHG’s lesser-known hotel brand providing on-post accommodations

If you often stay at IHG Hotels, you’re likely familiar with the majority of the program’s brands. However, have you heard of IHG Army Hotels? You might be surprised to discover that IHG Army Hotels are located at 40 U.S. Army posts.

The Privatization of Army Lodging initiative led to the establishment of IHG Army Hotels in 2009. Since then, IHG has renovated existing properties and developed new ones on Army posts. Here’s what you need to know about IHG Army Hotels, including eligibility and what to expect during your stay.

Who is eligible to stay at IHG Army Hotels?

IHG Army Hotels are situated on Army posts, meaning that only those who have access to these posts can book a stay. Generally, IHG Army Hotels cater to:

• Active-duty service members and their families
• Department of Defense employees
• Military contractors
• Military retirees

Each post has its own access requirements. Guests without Department of Defense ID cards should consult the post access contact list to find out the access rules before their visit.

Perks of Staying at IHG Army Hotels

Many IHG Army Hotels are affiliated with Candlewood Suites or Holiday Inn Express brands. Guests at IHG Army Hotels can expect the same perks typically associated with these IHG One Rewards brands. Additionally, all IHG Army Hotels offer the following benefits, regardless of brand:

• Complimentary hot breakfast
• Fitness centers
• Internet access
• Pet-friendly accommodations

Numerous IHG Army Hotels also provide on-post shuttles at select locations, host weekly social events, and offer self-service laundry facilities. Reach out to the specific property you’re interested in to find out what amenities they provide.

Accumulating points at IHG Army Hotels

When you stay at IHG Army Hotels, you will earn 3 IHG points for every dollar spent. Based on TPG's valuation of IHG points at 0.5 cents each, this translates to a return of 1.5%. Keep in mind that this earning rate is significantly lower than what you can earn at most IHG properties off-post.

You can increase your IHG points earnings by paying for your stay with a cobranded IHG credit card, such as the IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card, IHG One Rewards Traveler Credit Card, or IHG One Rewards Premier Business Credit Card.

Using points at IHG Army Hotels

You can accumulate IHG points at IHG Army Hotels; however, typically, you cannot redeem IHG points at these locations. Therefore, you will usually need to redeem your IHG points with IHG One Rewards partners or for stays at IHG properties off-post.

Locations of IHG Army Hotels

Currently, IHG Army Hotels are located on 40 posts. Most IHG Army Hotels can be booked for leisure if you have access to Army posts. However, typically, guests stay at these hotels due to specific visits to a post.

Here’s a list of the current locations and the number of IHG Army Hotels at each post:

• Alabama: Fort Novosel (2) and Redstone Arsenal (1)
• Alaska: Fort Wainwright (1)
• Arizona: Fort Huachuca (2) and Yuma Proving Ground (2)
• California: Fort Hunter Liggett (1), Parks RFTA (1) and Presidio of Monterey (1)
• Colorado: Fort Carson (1)
• Georgia: Fort Eisenhower (2), Fort Moore (2), Fort Stewart (1) and Hunter Army Airfield (2)
• Hawaii: Tripler Army Medical/Fort Shafter (2)
• Kansas: Fort Leavenworth (2) and Fort Riley (2)
• Kentucky: Fort Campbell (1) and Fort Knox (4)
• Louisiana: Fort Johnson (1)
• Maryland: Aberdeen Proving Ground (1) and Fort Meade (1)
• Missouri: Fort Leonard Wood (4)
• New Mexico: White Sands Missile Range (1)
• New York: Fort Drum (1), Fort Hamilton (1) and West Point (2)
• North Carolina: Fort Liberty (2)
• Oklahoma: Fort Sill (3)
• Pennsylvania: Carlisle Barracks (1)
• Puerto Rico: Fort Buchanan (1)
• South Carolina: Fort Jackson (4)
• Texas: Fort Bliss (2), Fort Cavazos (2) and Joint Base San Antonio (5)
• Utah: Dugway Proving Ground (1)
• Virginia: Fort Belvoir (2), Fort Gregg-Adams (2) and Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall (1)
• Washington: Joint Base Lewis-McChord (4)
• Wisconsin: Fort McCoy (1)

IHG Military Discount

If there isn't an IHG Army Hotels location at your destination, you can still save money by choosing IHG accommodations.

U.S. government, state, and local employees can benefit from the Government Discount rate when traveling for official duties. Meanwhile, active-duty and veteran military members can take advantage of the Military Appreciation rate for personal travel.

Bottom Line

IHG Army Hotels is a brand that many travelers may not know about. Nonetheless, these hotels offer eligible guests an affordable and convenient choice when visiting Army posts. If you have access to these posts, IHG Army Hotels can be a great option for both business and leisure stays.