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Welcome to the Inner Circle!

Stay Unique | Stay Loyal | Stay INN the Circle

At Stay INN the Heartland, we’ve collected an assortment of unique bed and breakfasts, cozy silos and charming boutique hotels. Whether your escaping for a romantic weekend or embarking on a memorable family road trip, we have the perfect spot waiting just for you! The INNer Circle is your ticket to earning rewards while enjoying unique and charming properties across the Heartland!

How It Works:

  1. Book Direct: Book your stay at any STAY at any Stay INN the Heartland member property.
  2. Collect STAYs: Log your STAY by scanning a unique QR code while at the property or use the reminder card or thank-you email to log it later.
  3. Get Rewards: After collecting 5 STAYs, you'll qualify for a reward—a gift certificate to use at any member property!

Reward Options:

  • 5 STAYs at the same or multiple properties = $75 Gift Certificate
  • 5 STAYs at 5 different properties = $125 Gift Certificate

Logging Your STAY:

While at the property, simply scan the unique QR code available in your room or in the common area to sign in and log your STAY instantly. You can also log your STAY after checking out by scanning the QR code on your reminder card or using the link in the thank-you email from the property. For verification purposes, if you log your STAY after you have left the property, you will need to provide the date you STAYed, the property name, and your unique confirmation number – provided in your reservation confirmation.

Redeeming Your Reward:

Once you've collected 5 STAYs, request your reward through the program. We'll verify your STAYs with the properties, and then email you a gift certificate to use at any Stay INN the Heartland member property.

Check Your Progress

It's Easy!

You can always log into your account right here. You will need the email address you used to start the process. Once you enter your email address, you will be sent a unique code to enter for verification purposes. Yay - no passwords to remember!

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Why Join?

It's Free:There's no cost to join, and every stay gets you closer to a reward!
Exclusive Rewards: Enjoy gift certificates to use at cozy bed & breakfasts, unique treehouses, & boutique hotels.
Explore More: Stay at different properties and discover new destinations while earning bigger rewards. Next time you book with a Stay Inn the Heartland property, scan the QR code and join the Heartland Certified Stay Program.
Stay with us, collect your stamps, and unlock great rewards!
Start Earning Today!

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Record a STAY

It's Easy!

Simply select the property you STAYed at, enter the date you STAYed, then enter the reservation number associated with the STAY. Yay! It's that easy!

Fine Print:

  • A STAY is just that – you STAYed at a property. It could be for 1 night, 10 nights or anything in-between. Each STAY typically has a unique confirmation number associated with it.
  • STAYs never expire. Maybe you STAY once a year, maybe it’s once a month… either way, you’ve earned your STAY… we won’t take it away!
  • No punch cards to lose – Simply join the INNer Circle to start tracking your STAYs.
  • Each property has it’s own unique QR Code. Scanning it while on the property is the easiest way to log your STAY.
  • The effective date of this program is 02.01.25 therefore the only STAYs that count towards rewards must occur after this date. We cannot add STAYs that occur prior to the launch of this program.
  • All STAYs are verified with property owners. Once a reservation number is associated with a STAY, it cannot be used for another STAY or another person.

FAQ:

  • Can I STAY at the same property over and over and still earn rewards?
    Yes. The easiest way to earn rewards is to STAY at your favorite place!
  • I forgot to scan the QR Code when I was Staying on a member property. How can I log my stay?
    It’s easy to log a STAY after you have left the property. Visit our website anytime to log your STAY from our INNer Circle. To do so, you will select the property you STAYed at, enter the date you STAYed, then enter the reservation number associated with the STAY.
  • How do I create an account?
    It's easy! When you log your first STAY, your account is automatically created! Just remember your email address for future access.
  • How do I log into my account?
    You can always log into your account from our INNer Circle page. You will need the email address you used to start the process. Once you enter your email address, you will be sent a unique code to enter for verification purposes. Yay – no passwords to remember!
  • Is there a limit to how many rewards I can earn?
    Nope! We want you to enjoy our member properties as often as you can! We would never limit that!
  • How do I log a STAY after I left the property?
    You can always visit our INNer Circle page to log a STAY. To do so, you will select the property you STAYed at, enter the date you STAYed and enter the reservation number associated with the STAY.
  • I’ve earned a reward certificate, does it expire?
    Yes. Once a gift certificate is issued, it has a 5 year expiration from the date it is issued. Policies regarding Stay INN the Heartland gift certificates can be found on our GIVE page. Refer to individual property policies for any property specific cancelation policies.
  • I STAYed at a member property before, but I can't find them on your member list. Do I lose my past STAY?
    Nope! All STAYs you've logged with our program count towards your reward, even if they are no longer Stay INN the Heartland members. However, if you haven't logged a past STAY and the property is no longer a member, you cannot add that STAY to your account. It's always best to log your STAY at the time of your STAY!

Start Earning Today

Why Join?

  • It's Free
    There's no cost to join, and every STAY gets you closer to a reward!
  • Exclusive Rewards
    Enjoy gift certificates to use at cozy bed & breakfasts, unique treehouses, and boutique hotels.
  • Explore More
    STAY at different properties and discover new destinations while earning bigger rewards.