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An Alaska Delta Elite Mileage Run: The IHG Crowne Plaza LAX

René by René
October 29, 2015 - Updated on November 14, 2015
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I may have to rethink IHG. While I have spent the past few years as an SPG guy, qualifying again and again by staying 25+ nights, with IHG all I have to do is hold the Chase IHG card and I get free Platinum status (now their mid level status).

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During the Delta Elite Mileage Run I wanted to stay close to the airport for my morning flight out. Normally I would be looking at the Sheraton or Westin LAX but I had a free night coupon that I get each year from my IHG card that was soon to expire so this was a great chance to use it, get great value, and get a chance to check out this hotel.

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I was recognized as a Platinum member at check-in and upgraded to the club level standard KING room.

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The room was nothing special beyond most king rooms but was clean, neat and the A/C was working and at a pleasant level.

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The bed was soft, maybe not Westin “heavenly bed” soft but just fine.

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The Desk area and chair worked and there were power outlets readily available. The TV worked and picture was clear. Again, just worked well.

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The bathroom, while not large, was clean and I have no complaints.

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And the view, for an AVgeek was perfect with jets sliding by to land at LAX.

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The real star for this stay was the club room both in the evening and for breakfast.

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The attendant in the room was amazing, kind and helpful. The spread of choices was also good enough that it could have worked as a light dinner! Basic wine and beer was included complimentary as well. Very impressive.

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Breakfast the next day was hot croissant with bacon and eggs. Num. I only had one but I could have eaten a few of them.

The shuttle ran timely and I did not have to wait long for pickup. Drop off in the morning was equally pleasant other than a leaking AC unit in the rear of the van that needed some attention.

Overall I really enjoyed my stay and would go back in a heartbeat. I was really impressed how they took care of a Platinum IHG guest and stays like this make me really think about where to spend my hotel dollars and stays next year! – René

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  1. Eric says:
    7 years ago

    I really do think that IHG is a bit underrated. With their credit card and platinum status, you really do get treated well in my experience! Sure you won’t get a top tier 5 star suite like you might with SPG or Hyatt, but I have been very happy with the service and hard product I have experienced in my few months alone of being an IHG platinum. Great review, Rene!

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