PHOTO: The beautiful turquoise waters around Bora Bora, location of InterContinental Le Moana Bora Bora. (photo via Flickr/Alquiler de Coches) InterContinental Hotels Group may represent lower-end brands like Holiday Inn and Staybridge Suites, but that doesn’t mean they’re not right for a luxury getaway. Better yet, the resort brand makes it easy to get free stays. With their co-branded Chase credit card—the IHG Rewards Select credit card—you can book some extremely high-end properties and enjoy an opulent getaway for the cost of getting there.Since this credit card lets you accumulate points and offers a signup bonus, it’s not that hard to build up a balance worth a few free nights. Conversely, you can use the free night you get on each card anniversary for a free stay at any IHG property worldwide, no matter how much it costs.MORE Destination & TourismIf you’re looking for a fancy way to cash in your IHG points, consider these bucket list properties:InterContinental Le Moana, Bora BoraFor 60,000 points per night, you can stay on the exotic collection of islands referred to as Bora Bora. Your points will get you a double beach bungalow with free high-speed internet, and outdoor shower, and walk-out beach access. Nightly rates normally cost $675+ during summer.InterContinental: Paris—Le GrandThis InterContinental property usually runs $400 per night but can cost more during peak travel season. With close proximity to Palais Garnier and the Louvre, you’ll be nearby all the action Paris has to offer. Cash in your points for a 235 sq. ft. classic room with a queen size bed, complimentary internet, and street or courtyard views. READ MORE How To Use IHG’s Points and Cash Option to Stretch Your Rewards   Holiday Inn Resort—Kandooma MaldivesWhile the terms “Holiday Inn” and “Maldives” may not go hand-in-hand, you can slice off a little piece of Maldives luxury by cashing in 40,000 IHG points for a free night. Nightly rates can run as high as $400 USD at this resort, and your points will get you a standard room close to the crystal clear water the Maldives is known for.InterContinental Resort & Spa MooreaNear Bora Bora, you’ll also find the livelier island of Moorea. There, you can use 40,000 points or a free night to book an overnight stay at the InterContinental Resort & Spa. The normal nightly rate can cost $300 or more, but your free night will get you a stay in a comfortable lanai room.InterContinental: London Park LaneLondon’s InterContinental property sits in one of the most prestigious areas of the famous city, Mayfair. For just 60,000 points per night, you’ll be close to London’s theatre district, Buckingham Palace, Hyde Park, and much of the city’s high-end shopping. Since this hotel can cost $500 per night during summer, this is an epic use of IHG points.InterContinental: New York Times SquareNew York City is an expensive city, and hotels can be pricey during busy summer months. For just 60,000 points, on the other hand, you can book a free night at the InterContinental next to the world-famous Times Square. The basic room normally starts at around $441 per night during summer but comes with a king size bed and a spa-inspired bathroom. Oh, and you’ll be right next to dozens of the world’s most famous attractions.