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Does IHG / Holiday Inn
code as Travel?

Know exactly how your credit card will categorize a purchase at IHG / Holiday Inn — before you tap.

Codes as expected
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MCC Code
3501
Category
Holiday Inn
Reward Category
Travel
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Best cards for IHG / Holiday Inn
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Capital One Venture X
10x miles on hotels via C1 Travel
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Amex Platinum
5x MR on hotels via Amex Travel
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Chase Freedom Unlimited
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Frequently asked questions
What MCC code does IHG / Holiday Inn use?
IHG / Holiday Inn uses MCC 3501 — Holiday Inn. This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to IHG / Holiday Inn by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does IHG / Holiday Inn count as holiday inn for credit card rewards?
Yes — IHG / Holiday Inn codes as Holiday Inn (MCC 3501), so purchases here should earn bonus rewards on cards that offer a holiday inn category bonus.
Which credit card earns the most rewards at IHG / Holiday Inn?
The best card depends on how IHG / Holiday Inn codes. Since it uses MCC 3501 (Holiday Inn), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.