"ConocoPhillips' IHG code (262552) is an energy company code. ConocoPhillips HQ is in Houston TX with major operations globally. IHG enforcement is tier-based: InterContinental properties near Houston (Energy Corridor) encounter ConocoPhillips employees regularly and have established verification processes. Holiday Inn Express: minimal enforcement. ConocoPhillips is a "major" oil company with recognizable employee credentials. No specific 262552 denial documented in FlyerTalk."

"Only once was I asked, by a new room (revenue) manager of a hotel I've used extensively. Explained that the code was provided by my contact at the company, offered to provide his information, and that contractors were included and allowed to use the code. Never had a problem."

"I had the same experience with the IBM corporate rate. When I went to IBM sites to install machines they always said stay at one of these hotels and tell them you need the IBM rate. Always worked and saved a lot of money and I always got full credit with the hotels frequent stay program."