IHG Hotels and Resorts interview questions

Applied online for one manager position. Phone interviewed, then offered a different manager posotion. When I asked for the pay range (so we know we're not wasting anyone's time), I was told I can know that, if they chose to male an offer. That's seems odd to me. When I interview team members and managers, I let candidates know the range. Other places I've interviewed let candidates know the range. Had no idea it was a big deal. I had to decline out of fairness to us all. I don't want to waste anyone's time, nor have mine wasted. Especially for a position i did not apply for.I do want to work for the company, just hope the information can be given in the future.