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Old Nov 4, 2009, 9:34 pm
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MichaelColey
 
Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: DFW
Programs: AA 2.2MM LT Plat, Hilton Diamond, Marriott/SPG Platinum
Posts: 1,572
My take on the relative costs of the various brands is:

IHG < Hilton < Marriott < Hyatt < SPG

I have a feeling you'll find Marriott to be noticeably higher than Hilton. The times I've looked at them as an option, the difference was more than I could justify. I've been tempted to try IHG, and I might, but it seems like a significant step down from Hilton in terms of elite benefits and a slight step down in quality.

I'm very price-conscious as well, since I pay for all of my stays and spend a considerable number of days every year in hotels.

I've also considered where I would go if I left Hilton, and as much as I hate the recent changes, I just don't see anything else that works as well for me. The prices are good. I can easily earn Diamond status either through HH Surpass Amex spend or through nights (60 is no sweat for me - I've done 41 through HH in the past 4 months). Reward redemptions are comparable to other programs. And the free breakfasts really grow on you.
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