The secret password that unlocks surprises and perks at many hotels around the world
Kimpton is a celebrated hotel brand, based in San Francisco, founded in 1981 and now present in as many as 68 [...]
Kimpton is a famous hotel brand, based in San Francisco, founded in 1981 and now present in as many as 68 locations (in the United States and beyond). A brand owned by IHG (Intercontinental Hotels Group) since 2014, always intent on making the experience of its customers "special."
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The atmosphere at Kimpton facilities is unique, considering the special way guests are treated, especially those who unlock special extras. One of the most well-known methods of obtaining these benefits involves the use of the "secret social password."
Sweatpants, we're sorry, but it's over. It's not you, it's us. As a token of our time together, we named our beloved Social Password just for you. And it's back at all Kimpton hotels, starting today. Just say "No More Sweatpants" at check-in for a welcome surprise. ? @lisadieder pic.twitter.com/hKbAFbbuqu
- Kimpton (@Kimpton) May 28, 2021
Kimpton, the new password
In the past, Kimpton has announced several secret passwords, revealed through its social channels. A clever way to offer its customers rich benefits in exchange for intense traffic on its online channels. Here are some examples of bonuses previously offered to guests of one of the brand's facilities:
- two drinks offered at the hotel bar
- upgrade your room
- $30 bonus to be used for an in-house dinner
- breakfast voucher
- in-room movies
- IHG points
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The new password aims to mark a step forward in the return to normalcy. We have finally begun to say goodbye to our couches, beds and armchairs. One has, now, the ability to spend more time away from home, travel and book vacations. Because of this, one finds oneself forced to part, at last, with one's comfortable home attire.
Therefore, here is "No more sweatpants". A password that is also an incitement to take back one's daily routine. After booking all you will need to do is repeat these three words when you check in. In return you will get a welcome surprise. An offer valid until September 6, 2021.
IHG in Italy
The acquisition of Kimpton by IHG had made fans of the brand shake in their boots, considering the possibility of seeing the uniqueness of the brand fade away. However, the Kimpton Karma Rewards program has been fully incorporated within theIHG Rewards Club.
The latter is also available in Italy, considering the various hotels belonging to the Intercontinental Hotels Group in our country. Here are the locations:
- Bologna
- Cagliari
- Cava de Tirreni
- Cinisello Balsamo
- Genoa
- Milan
- Naples
- Nola
- Padua
- Parma
- Quarto d'Altino
- Reggio Emilia
- Rome
- San Donato Milanese
- Somma Lombardo
- Turin
- Venice
- Verona
Each stay allows you to accumulate points and earn rewards. You can also increase your amount by shopping at the group's many partners. Staying at one of the hotel company's properties is definitely easy, considering how widespread it is in the world-there are more than 5,000 facilities. You can get 10 points for every dollar spent at Regent, Intercontinental, Kimpton, Indigo, Even Hotels, Hualuxe, Crowne Plaza, Voco and Holiday Hinn hotels. In contrast, there are 5 points for every dollar spent at Staybridge and Candlewood.
As for the rewards that can be redeemed, here are some options from which to choose:
- Reward Night: stay at one of the brand's facilities or partners worldwide, with no restrictions on dates
- Shopping: shopping through the online catalog
- Gift cards
- Digital rewards: ebooks, games, software and more
- Travel: you can fly with over 200 airlines, turning points into miles
- Give away points
- IHG Foundation: points can be turned into a donation
