Conversion Expenses (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
Dec. 31, 2012
InterContinental Hotels Group [Member]
Real Estate Properties [Line Items]
Termination Fees	$ 30.7
Holiday Inn® [Member]
Real Estate Properties [Line Items]
Number of Real Estate Properties Converting Brands (in hotels)	8

Real Estate Property, Properties Converted, Termination Fees

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