I recently stayed at the Crowne Plaza Resort in Downtown Chandler as part of a group conducting a…read moresite visit before a conference to be hosted at the same hotel in November. I was delighted that we experienced such positive customer service, good food and drinks onsite, and nice accommodations.
I ordered a room with two queen beds (though I later learned I would be heading here on my own). As an IHG status member, I received an upgrade to a king-bed suite upon my arrival. The suite I ended up with had a nice living area, a kitchenette, a very comfortable bed, and a balcony (though only to the neighboring street). The staff at the front desk were incredibly helpful with any questions I had. While my colleagues all received a $ 5-off-a-drink coupon, I received that plus a free beverage at the bar. If I didn't want alcohol, I could go into the store and pick up a food item of my choice, which was quite generous.
While I didn't have time on this visit to use the fitness center or the pool, I had the opportunity to check out those spaces, which I look forward to using when I return (if the pool is heated in the Fall). I also got a tour of the property, which has great meeting spaces for a group of 150-200 people. I also visited the bar in the lobby and the on-site restaurant, both of which had great service, tasty food, and beverages. I did pay extra for parking, though I had no other choice, and the price was reasonable at only $15 per day.
As the Crowne Plaza is a part of the IHG® One Rewards, you can pay $225 USD or pay 40,000 IHG points to become an InterContinental Ambassador for 12 months. This comes up a guaranteed one category room upgrade, guaranteed extended 4pm check-out, one complimentary weekend night per year, Platinum Elite status in IHG® One Rewards (and the corresponding benefits), complimentary mineral water, complimentary internet, dedicated check-in area, single room rate for double occupancy, restaurants & bars credit of up to USD20 for every stay (depending on location), and complimentary breakfast for one each night you stay (Mainland China only). Note that Ambassador benefits only apply to actual InterContinental Hotels. Platinum Elite status includes 60% bonus points, Hertz Gold+® Five Star Status, welcome amenity at check-in, early check-in, 2 PM late check-out, and more. Platinum Elite benefits apply to any IHG property.
I certainly recommend that someone in Chandler, Arizona, looking for a hotel consider this as an option. It's certainly worth it! I look forward to returning.