IHG One Rewards has officially announced a new partnership with Payback, the leading multi-brand rewards program in Germany.
Members based in Germany can switch their earning preference and earn flexible Payback points instead of IHG points for all qualified hotel stays around the world.
You can access IHG’s Payback page here.
1. Promotion & Partnership Overview
1.1 About Payback
Payback is the largest daily rebate and loyalty program across Germany, covering supermarkets, gas stations, online shopping, retail stores and daily services. This new cooperation brings more flexible earning options for European and German travelers.
1.2 Official IHG Payback Page
https://www.ihg.com.cn/onerewards/content/gb/en/earn-rewards/payback
2. Payback Points Earning Rules
2.1 Earning Rate
- Earn 1 Payback point for every 2 Euros spent
- Valid at all participating IHG brands globally
- Room rates, dining and incidental hotel charges are all eligible
2.2 Earning Preference Switch
- Members must manually set Payback as their earning preference
- Once switched, you will no longer earn IHG points or elite night credits
- Only one reward type can be selected per stay
3. Eligibility & How to Join
3.1 Basic Requirements
- Active IHG One Rewards membership
- Valid German Payback account linkage
- Direct booking via official IHG channels
3.2 Qualifying Stays
- Paid stays booked through IHG website or official app
- Excludes reward nights, cash & points, staff rates and group bookings
- Third-party bookings are not qualified for Payback points
4. Points Posting & Redemption
4.1 Points Timeline
- Estimated points will show within 5 working days after booking
- Final Payback points will be credited after check-out
- Payback points are valid for up to 3 years
4.2 How to Use Payback Points
Redemption options include in-store discounts, online shopping rebates, gift cards and coupons at thousands of Payback merchants throughout Germany.
5. Restrictions & Important Notes
- This partnership is exclusive to German Payback members
- Elite bonus IHG points will be forfeited when choosing Payback
- IHG reserves the right to modify program terms at any time
6. Conclusion
The new IHG and Payback partnership provides a valuable alternative reward method for residents and frequent travelers in Germany. If you often shop locally in Germany, earning Payback points is a practical choice. For hotel loyalists, keeping IHG points earning is still the better long-term option.