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Seibu Prince Hotels Joins Diners Club's Status Match Program

Starting June 1, 2026, Seibu Prince Hotels & Resorts will participate in the Diners Club’s exclusive hotel benefits program, "Club Hotels The Status Match." This initiative, operated by Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Club, is designed for members of Diners Club, promising enhanced travel experiences by granting special perks upon reservation.

About Seibu Prince Hotels & Resorts

Seibu Prince Hotels & Resorts boasts a diverse portfolio that spans from luxury accommodations to specialized lodging options within 11 hotel brands. The group manages 96 hotels located in Japan's major cities and resort areas, as well as key urban destinations worldwide. In addition to hotels, they also operate leisure and sporting facilities, including golf courses and ski resorts, ensuring guests receive unforgettable experiences tailored to their desires.

Exclusive Benefits for Diners Club Members

Diners Club members will have the ability to access special plans via a dedicated site when making reservations. Benefits may include:

• - Early check-in
• - Late check-out
• - Guaranteed high-floor room
• - Complimentary drink at restaurants among others

Note that the specific benefits can vary among facilities and certain restrictions apply on specific days for some hotels.

Participating Locations

The program covers domestic hotels under the Seibu Prince Hotels & Resorts brand. However, please be aware that some locations, such as Prince Smart Inn, will not be included in the benefits.

For More Information

Discover more details on the official Diners Club site here.

What is Club Hotels The Status Match?

"Club Hotels The Status Match" is a premier service that grants advanced loyalty status or exclusive benefits at leading hotel groups both domestically and internationally. The program includes top hotel brands like Hyatt, Oriental Hotels & Resorts, The Peninsula Hotels, Small Luxury Hotels of the World, Preferred Hotels & Resorts, Tokyu Hotels, and Kato Pleasure Group, among others. Not only are hotel groups included, but luxury hotel booking app service HoteLux also offers advanced status within this program.

More About Status Match

For comprehensive details on "Club Hotels The Status Match," please visit here.

Future Enhancements for Diners Club Members

Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Club aims to continuously enrich the high-value accommodation and travel services available to Diners Club members.

About Diners Club Card

Diners Club is currently running a new member campaign, where the first-year annual fee is waived for new members who join the program.

Elevate Your Experience

With the brand slogan "You can find what you can't find elsewhere," Diners Club goes beyond the realm of credit cards, providing unparalleled experiences and moments.

• - Campaign benefit: Free first-year annual fee for new members.
• - For more details, visit this page.

Diners Club Premium Card

Exclusive to invitees, the Diners Club Premium Card offers an attractive option, merging quality services with high status. Along with various privileges, it provides personalized concierge services to fulfill members' aspirations for the best.

• - For more information, visit this link.

Companion Card Feature

Members can add a Mastercard® for free to their Diners Club Card. Included are the platinum-grade "TRUST CLUB Platinum MasterCard" and the highest tier "TRUST CLUB World Elite Card" for premium cardholders. Both options allow for unified points, billing, and statements with the Diners Club Card.
Besides, the TRUST CLUB World Elite Card offers a "Flight Delay Pass," granting access to airport lounges free of charge when a flight is delayed by two hours or more (valid for up to four accompanying guests).

• - More details can be found here.

About Diners Club

Founded in the United States in 1950, Diners Club was the world’s first credit card brand. In Japan, it is exclusively issued and managed by Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Club. The brand accommodates high-value transactions without arbitrary spending limits while offering exceptional services such as airport lounges, discounts at hotels and restaurants, and concierge services that elevate members' lifestyles.

For further information, visit the Diners Club website or check the Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Club corporate site.