"Target's IHG code (888400) is a major retail chain code. IHG enforcement is tier-based: InterContinental and Kimpton properties are more likely to verify; Holiday Inn Express essentially never checks. Target's code circulates widely online, which is specifically called out in FlyerTalk's IHG thread: "A moderator explicitly cautioned — unless you're employed by one of those companies, I would avoid using these codes at all. They do often ask for ID." Target employees near Minneapolis HQ and major distribution centers may be verified at full-service IHG properties."

"Enforcement is highly fragmented across brand tiers. At Holiday Inn / Holiday Inn Express: minimal enforcement. At InterContinental and Kimpton: almost always verify. One user stated: "Airport Holiday Inns rarely check credentials, while InterContinentals in major cities almost always do." Properties near Seattle headquarters offer deeper discounts but face stricter verification."

"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."