Through March 4, 2015, any Kimpton Karma Rewards member can receive a surprise gift upon check-in at Kimpton Hotels when mentioning a “secret” password to the front desk agent.

It’s a fun promotion that reminds us of childhood days when a secret password could get you into a friend’s fort or treehouse, and some of the Kimpton gifts are surprisingly generous. Simply utter the password “Warm Woolen Mittens” when checking in at Kimpton Hotels and you could receive a gift such as free parking, restaurant or minibar credit, a free drink, club access, credits for incidentals and other surprises. Kimpton has been releasing similar passwords a few times per year via social media, so follow the program on Twitter or Facebook, to get in on future deals. To book a stay, visit http://insideflyerus.wpengine.com/link/?11914

Bottom line: We have heard from members who received upgrades to suites, $45 drink credits and free breakfast for using the secret social password, so remember to mention it!