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Accor's A|Club - Join Free & Receive 2000 Bonus Points - Converts to a US $60/€40 Gift Voucher!

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Accor's A|Club - Join Free & Receive 2000 Bonus Points - Converts to a US $60/€40 Gift Voucher!
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oziboi on 05/09/2009 - 19:08 secure.a-club.com (6184 clicks)
Last edited 05/09/2009 - 19:52
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Join the Accor A|Club for free online and receive 2000 bonus points on sign-up. Make sure you enter the promotional code listed, and sign up as a Loyalty member .

This can be instantly redeemed after signing up for either a €40/US$60 Gift Voucher which can be used for bookings at Accor Hotels across the globe. Their hotels include the Ibis, Novotel, Mercure, Sofitel, Pullman etc…

Not a bad deal.

It takes approximately 2 weeks for the voucher to be mailed out.

You can elect either a Euro or US Dollar gift voucher. As of 05/9/09, €40 is equivalent to approx. AU$68, US$60 is equivalent to approx. $71

I can imagine a large sign-up to this offer, so get in quick!

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  • Wiser on 05/09/2009 - 19:30

    Thanks oziboi great find!!!!

  • shiba on 05/09/2009 - 20:13

    got the "Service Temporarily Congested" error message. hope i will b able to sign up later. thanks!

  • djkizz on 05/09/2009 - 20:15

    Awesome, I got the service temporarily congested message too, but I've signed up. Just need to order my voucher now! ^_^

  • aldog on 05/09/2009 - 20:21
    +1

    Have signed up, but have found their servers to be overloaded and when I tried re-submitting it said that my email was already in use - so touch wood it all turns out OK!

  • cardiology on 05/09/2009 - 20:36

    Once you have got the US60 voucher, do you just pay at the check out in any Australia Hotel (e.g. Ibis), will the exchange rate be much lower than the bank rate?

    How about if you prepaid and book online? Can you enter this voucher code?

    Thanks

  • dbrent12 on 05/09/2009 - 21:00

    if this works this is all kinda of awesomesauce.

  • igrabaustralia on 05/09/2009 - 21:23

    i have signed up and entered the promotion code but they did not give me the 2000 bonus points

    • shiba on 05/09/2009 - 21:28

      did u receive the confirmation email? if u sign into a|club using the membership no. in the email, u should be able to see the points in your account.

  • myeewyee on 05/09/2009 - 21:25

    Do the vouchers have an expiry date?

    • oziboi on 05/09/2009 - 21:39

      i think its valid one year from the issue date

      • themonty on 06/09/2009 - 11:11

        in that case do u know if the voucher can be redeemed later?

        • leeroys_dad on 06/09/2009 - 12:26

          i would assume so - you get 2000 bonus points upon signup, use the points when you please

  • mr_asstight on 05/09/2009 - 21:38

    OK got the points. Where can I request a voucher to be mailed out? It seems like this can only be used when you make reservations and can't be converted to something tangible.

    EDIT nevermind. Figured out how to redeem.

    PS: do they accept vouchers in foreign dollars in Australia? What currency tends to be most stable against the dollar? USD is too volatile

  • cocomelon on 05/09/2009 - 21:55

    hm… can i use the point straight away?
    to redeem the pointdo i need to booked online or i can just walk in to any hotel…?
    the price in the a club reservation tab so expensive

    • orbital on 05/09/2009 - 22:02

      you can use the points straight away.

      I got the confirmation email with membership number, logged in, clicked on hotel vouchers and redeemed the 2000 points for the USD60 voucher, to be delivered within 2 weeks.

      very simple and straightforward, as detailed by oziboi.

  • Lenneth on 05/09/2009 - 21:59

    Can you use it to eat at their restaurant?

  • cardiology on 05/09/2009 - 22:05

    Anyone know whether we could book online at prepaid rate using the coupon?

    I think the T&C said you could pay when checking out at any participating hotel.

  • n412io on 05/09/2009 - 22:11

    can u use multiple vouchers for the one stay or is it one voucher per stay?

    like if i was to sign my whole family up will i be able to combine all the vochers together??

    • roshodgekiss on 05/09/2009 - 23:14
      +4

      When another hotel chain had a similar promotion, I found that it was possible to redeem one voucher per night, all under the same name. So for a 3-night stay, I made 3 separate bookings (ie. 3 vouchers), then just sent the hotel an email prior to my stay requesting that I be given the same room for the 3 nights. Worked out well. Good luck!

      • n412io on 06/09/2009 - 21:32

        thanks roshodgekiss :D

  • n412io on 05/09/2009 - 22:11
    -2

    .

    • Wiser on 05/09/2009 - 22:44

      Then you have to book in different names i.e one day in your name, second day in your partner's name.You may get different rooms lol.

  • cocomelon on 05/09/2009 - 22:32

    thumbs up for this

  • leiiv on 05/09/2009 - 23:21

    I tried to redeem the voucher, but it just said that I have ordered the voucher and it will be delivered to my address. The problem is that after that process, I still have the 2000 point in my account, so I can keep redeeming the voucher. Also, the transaction does not shown up in the history. Obviously there is something wrong..

    • roshodgekiss on 05/09/2009 - 23:26
      +4

      No, there is nothing wrong. In the small print:

      "* For any A|Club rewards gift vouchers order done by a resident of the asia pacific area, the A|Club account will not be immediately debited. The transaction will appear on your account summary activity a few days later."

      So in a few days time, your account will be at zero (and hopefully your voucher will be on its way). Good luck! :)

      • leiiv on 06/09/2009 - 02:01

        Ups, you are right. Thanks for pointing it out.

  • saine on 05/09/2009 - 23:55

    You are awesome. This is a great deal!

  • POWERevolution on 06/09/2009 - 00:06

    These boxes are blank anyone have the same problem for register?

    Language preference *
    Title *
    Country *

  • Turd on 06/09/2009 - 00:48

    Looks like you can transfer the 2000 points to QFF points.

    Hmmmmm

    • djkizz on 06/09/2009 - 01:10

      I looked at that, but I didn't think it was as worth it as the hotel voucher was.

    • leeroys_dad on 06/09/2009 - 07:49
      +3

      so did i. 2000 points = US$60 (voucher) or 2000 points = 1/8th of a trip to sydney (about $AU$30. flight is 16000 points).

      • anthony on 06/09/2009 - 14:39

        Accor hotels are fairly limited in the USA, you will be better off getting one in Euro and using it in Europe.

  • cardiology on 06/09/2009 - 10:15
    +3

    In order to transfer to Qantas, you need at least 4,000 A Club points.

  • tram_tron on 06/09/2009 - 12:01

    thanks man

  • kellieed on 06/09/2009 - 16:18

    Great find. Have signed up my whole family

  • clem on 06/09/2009 - 17:11
    -1

    they contradict each other :(

    in the t&c they're like

    " 7.3. Validity of A|Club points

    A|Club points are valid for a period of 12 months (365 consecutive days) following the date on which they were recorded. Validity is extended for 365 days each time the Member generates a hotel credit transaction on his or her account (not including Adjustments).
    If the Member does not generate any Transactions during a 365 day period, all previously-acquired A|Club points on his or her account are lost without notice and without the possibility of restoring or converting them. "

    but then in the email they send you theyre like

    "You were attracted by the many advantages offered by A|Club, the Accor hotel worldwide loyalty program.
    - Points that never expire earned on all your expenses in over 2,000 Accor hotels and with our partners."

    =O

    • shiba on 06/09/2009 - 17:19

      i think they mean "never expire"………………………..as long as u stay before it is to expire. nonetheless, i find it misleading.

    • anthony on 06/09/2009 - 17:54

      The points never expire, as long as you earn points at least once every 365 days.

      A|Club are not the only ones who advertise their points never expire however require points to be acquired every year or so.

      • themonty on 08/09/2009 - 08:06

        yea that's like Skype credit - don't do anything with it for 6 months, and u lose it

  • kellieed on 06/09/2009 - 18:24

    Does any body know if the Euro car voucher is only valid in Europe? I think I read that but wanted to double check before I ordered the voucher? Might be a bit of a waste if we cant use it here.

    • anthony on 06/09/2009 - 19:14

      When you are in Australia I dont think you will find anyone willing to accept payment in Euros..

  • seanbaussie on 06/09/2009 - 20:14

    Here's 2 interesting things:

    • Re: the USD/Euro issue, if you book from accorhotels.com they'll give prices in both, so there shouldn't be a problem redeeming the voucher (BUT noticed the prices are pretty steep - eg US$60 won't get a night anywhere in Sydney in October…)

    BUT MAYBE…

    • According to the t&c's "These gift vouchers may be transferred by the Member to another person. " - so maybe different family members can sign up and give their vouchers to each other to add up? I'm game to try!
    • n412io on 06/09/2009 - 21:35

      please post of the outcome thanks. :D

      • seanbaussie on 07/09/2009 - 20:51

        Thus far I've succesfully registered 3 people in the family (note: t&c's indicate members must be over 18 yo) and requested US$60 vouchers for each of us, let's see if indeed we are able to use all 3 vouchers together.

    • leeroys_dad on 07/09/2009 - 02:27

      i don't think $60 will get you a night anywhere in anywhere!

      • timmye on 07/09/2009 - 09:30

        well, no. But it could get you a half priced hotel.

  • ourminty on 07/09/2009 - 11:51

    Thanks for this! Great find.

    I have opted for the US$60 voucher. My question is, I live in AUS, can I use the US voucher to pay for my accommodation in Australia?

    Thankyou

  • Josh81 on 07/09/2009 - 12:09

    I wonder if i it's possible to transfer points to another member. Ideally i would like to transfer my 2000 points to my mum, to add to her 2000 points, so she can have the 4000 minimum points required to convert them to Qantas FF points.

    • themonty on 08/09/2009 - 08:04

      how many QFF points would you get with that?

  • ShortyX on 07/09/2009 - 13:55

    Can anyone confirm if this can be used in Australia?

    • ourminty on 07/09/2009 - 14:53

      I would like to know this too? It doesn't say that it cannot be used in Aus, so hopefully it can be!
      I might call the help number and find out

      • surat on 07/09/2009 - 16:30

        Based on the contact support it is on Sydney so I am sure it will be ok to use in Australia.

        I called and the lady said it is possible to combine vouchers but can someone call again to confirm?

        *Search for the hotel.
        *To combine voucher to book for a hotel, we need to call the hotel directly and ask whether they accept the voucher (just in case).
        *ask to pay with two vouchers
        *if ok to go then book for it.

        or
        * paid online to book the hotel
        * use the voucher for breakfast something like that.

        I could be wrong that is why we need to try it first :) I still cannot login to redeem the voucher, it might not finalise the setup.

  • ourminty on 07/09/2009 - 18:10

    I spoke to a lady on the Sydney help line. She said because they have had such a high volume of requests, the vouchers will take up to 3 weeks to be mailed out as they are being sent from Paris.

    Regarding usage, the vouchers CAN be used for hotel in Australia.
    Surat is correct insaying that you can either pre-pay for your accommodation and use the voucher to put towards food, bev etc. OR you can call the hotel direct and book your hotel room and then use your voucher when you check out to put towards acoommodation

  • am03fj on 07/09/2009 - 19:10

    I just redeemed my reward but the pts are still there. It looks like no transaction happened!

    just noticed: " * For any A|Club rewards gift vouchers order done by a resident of the asia pacific area, the A|Club account will not be immediately debited. The transaction will appear on your account summary activity a few days later."

  • cocomelon on 08/09/2009 - 09:15

    guys, to redeem the voucher, can we just walk in to any hotel (Accor, Ibis, etc) no reservation needed via phone or online??

    • surat on 08/09/2009 - 10:11

      You redeem the points online to get the voucher. They send the voucher in 3 weeks. Walk in to the hotel and book or stay that day if they have room available. Give the voucher over the counter. This is my plan, IF I get the voucher :)

  • ourminty on 08/09/2009 - 10:40

    I was told by the lady on the help line that you CANT redeem it online e.g. you cant book through their website with the voucher, only when you make a booking directly over the phone or when you walk-in and make a booking. So basically, you cant book online and get the discounted price

    Has anyone else called the help line?

    • Blinda on 08/09/2009 - 15:44

      Called the 1300 number first. Was trying to redeem the points to book a room. Then the CSR told to call Sydney Office. Sydney office told me redeem the points online first then use the voucher…. Arghhhh
      I can not wait 3 weeks

  • cocomelon on 08/09/2009 - 11:52

    Thank you OZ'an :)

  • mrsjo on 08/09/2009 - 13:14

    great deal, thank yoU!

  • aarablue on 08/09/2009 - 13:24

    Great One - Thank You

  • alexportnoy on 09/09/2009 - 10:40
    +1

    DO NOT BOOK ANY ACCOR HOTEL YET!

    As many people have said above, these are PAPER vouchers. You cannot redeem at all, online.

    You need to wait when/if you get these hot little vouchers in your hand, by postal mail.

    Wait for them when/IF you actually get them.

    (So far, NO-ONE on ozbargain has received their promised Accor voucher …so don't hold your breath, no matter what anyone says. It's all been hot air so far.)

    Otherwise, if you book your hotel now, you will be forced pay the full cost of the hotel when you leave, or cancellation fees if you cancel, via credit card with REAL COLD HARD CASH!

  • anthony on 09/09/2009 - 11:19

    so don’t hold your breath

    The vouchers will come, A|Club is legitimate as is Accor

    • alexportnoy on 09/09/2009 - 14:24

      The vouchers will come

      Maybe, maybe not. The fact remains that, as of today's date, no-one has recieved these vouchers.

      It's always important to be cynical about everything and anything where you get something for nothing.

      "If it sounds too good to be true, it is".

      A|Club is legitimate as is Accor

      Accor is definately legitimate, I agree. A huge French company. I have stayed at their hotels in Australia.

      However, I have never heard of A-Club being available in Australia.

      • anthony on 09/09/2009 - 23:37

        However, I have never heard of A-Club being available in Australia.

        I aclub is very available in Australia, i should know as i have been a member since it launched.

        I have a membership card and use it whenever i stay at an accor hotel

  • heathwithnoteeth on 09/09/2009 - 22:41

    well my wife joined a-club at Normanville Accor resort here in South Australia, so A-Club is definitely available in Australia.

  • fijiwater on 10/09/2009 - 01:10

    Accor exists from ages ago and no one of OzBargains received there voucher yet because its posted from France and thats a wee while to get here. Sorry, but free doesn't qualify for Express Post of any sort. Good things take time?

    On another note, anybody think a massive announcement/promotion is coming up? The banners on A-Club say prepare for September 10th 2009. Hmmm….???

  • alexportnoy on 10/09/2009 - 10:59
    +1

    This promotion cannot be used for that famous ACCOR HOTEL called "Formula 1".

  • SmiTTy on 11/09/2009 - 09:45

    After signing up, I received an email that said:

    "Your A|Club card will be sent to you right after your next stay at a participating Accor hotel. "

    So Im assuming you can call up to redeem your $ as a discount on your next stay.

    • oziboi on 12/09/2009 - 16:46

      The A Club card you mentioned is your membership card, not the gift voucher

  • deyani82 on 11/09/2009 - 17:29

    I just received the following email from Accor A|Club:

    "We have well received your Email dated 5 September 2009 and we thank you for the time taken writing to us.

    We are pleased to confirm your order for a total amount of 60 USD of A|Club Rewards Gift vouchers. They are the following numbers: ********

    You will receive your vouchers within 2 weeks for an address within France, and 3 weeks for outside France."

    Now I can't wait to receive my voucher… ^_^

  • Lozzie on 12/09/2009 - 19:41

    I am just wondering, do you have to stay at an Accor hotel to use the voucher; could you buy lunch in Sydney at the Sofitel and pay with the voucher? Thanks

    • quackster on 12/09/2009 - 21:31

      Good question. If anyone knows the answer, please let us know!

      • shiba on 13/09/2009 - 21:24

        "A|Club rewards gift vouchers are valid every day until the expiration date shown on the front of the voucher to pay for all or part of the Member's services (including one night minimum) provided by Sofitel, Pullman, MGallery, Novotel, Mercure, Suitehotel, ibis and all seasons hotels, as well as Accor Thalassa hotels."

        so i would presume you can't use the voucher without staying in the hotel.

  • kellieed on 18/09/2009 - 19:57

    Got my hotel voucher today in the mail

    • cardiology on 25/09/2009 - 18:22

      Got mu US$60 voucher today
      Just do not know whether we can combined voucher to pay for one night at check out!

      • n412io on 30/09/2009 - 01:02

        it says in the conditions that u can use multiple vouchers to pay for the stay.
        well the exact words on the back of the vouchers say:

        "Several A|Club rewards gift vouchers may be used to settle the same bill. It is possible to complete payment by any other means of payment accepted by the hotels or the partners."

  • bargrin on 25/09/2009 - 18:37

    what do the vouchers say on them , T&C etc…

  • SomeGuyOnOzB on 26/09/2009 - 23:37

    I think the new part of the promotion is, they want to people to validate their accounts, which then puts them in the running for a bunch of prizes :)

    http://www.a-club.com/game/en/

  • quackster on 28/09/2009 - 14:23

    my voucher arrived today (sydney)

  • roshodgekiss on 28/09/2009 - 18:29

    My voucher arrived last week as well, sent from Paris. Nice.

  • leeroys_dad on 28/09/2009 - 19:03

    got mine today!

  • tommyben on 28/09/2009 - 22:33
    +2

    nice.

    this promotion expires in 2 days so get in quick if not already

    • Aemit on 30/09/2009 - 11:31

      the promo's expired now

  • Aemit on 30/09/2009 - 00:06

    Got my voucher today..nice

  • kirt on 30/09/2009 - 16:00

    So has anyone actually booked anything with these vouchers yet?

  • cute_dimples on 30/09/2009 - 23:06

    Just received my vouchers! One for $60US and another for 40 euros. Don't know what to do with them though… Can I resell them on ebay? =] Anyone try booking a hotel in Australia yet? Would love to find out, trying to get a room for my parents for their next holiday.

  • CiA on 01/10/2009 - 18:56

    dam i wuda abused this deal if it didnt expire 1 day late :(

  • kellerd on 02/10/2009 - 11:29

    i got mine, the back says the countries it can be used in, but australia isnt listed….

    • ohsnap on 02/10/2009 - 14:09

      I think that's referring to Europcar rental, not the hotels right?

  • lockee on 03/10/2009 - 23:27

    Received in my mailbox. :)

  • kennethk on 14/10/2009 - 01:00

    Could you actually not stay at those hotel and just use the voucher for food?

    • vickywu1508 on 14/10/2009 - 03:05

      we can't, just for stay, not for food…..><

  • vickywu1508 on 14/10/2009 - 03:03

    got mine, australia can use, i try to book room at all seasons which in perth by internet, they ask my a-club number. so, that means we can use this voucher right? an they didn't said we just can use one voucher each time. so, that means we can use two together to cover one night's fee…right?

  • tram_tron on 09/11/2009 - 20:01

    oh my god
    havent receive mine

  • snowymatthew on 09/12/2009 - 20:31
    +1

    Just let everyone know that I used two of the vouchers in Auckland Mercure last month.

  • seanbaussie on 07/03/2010 - 17:55

    I just used 3 vouchers in Liverpool, Sydney - great night at a cheaper price!

  • mrsjo on 23/03/2010 - 17:47

    successfully used the vouchers for extras only (food, spa) on a prepaid room (3 day super-sale) at Novotel, KL.

  • [Deactivated] on 02/04/2010 - 13:43

    Just used mine and couldn't believe how much I was ripped off on the exchange rate. $57 for USD $60! Had to book on the regular rate when could have got it chepaer pre-paid. Won't be bothering with a-club rewards again.

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