Last edit by: dstan
FEBRUARY 6, 2020 UPDATE
Loyalty Lobby has reported and the FlyerTalk Hilton Honors Ambassador has confirmed that MVP rates can no longer be booked via the MVP website without the required association with targeted sports programs.
OCTOBER 5, 2016 UPDATE
There are new MVP codes that can once again be booked in the "Corporate" field of a particular hotel (not all hotels, of course, will always have MVP rates available):
Hampton Inn, Embassy Suites, Homewood Suites, Doubletree, etc. 0561135262 or 0560041604 (check both codes - as some some properties offer MVP rates - but only via one of the codes, not both).
HGI and Hilton 1135262 or 0041604 (check both codes - as some some properties offer MVP rates - but only via one of the codes, not both).
These codes now also work on the mobile app.
So, you have three choices:
1) Use http://stay.hilton.com/mvp/
2) Use the above corporate codes on the main website.
3) Use the above corporate codes in the Hilton app.
NOTES:
1. When the MVP rate is not available (usually 20% discount), often the "Team USA" rate (15%) will be. Use corporate codes 0002635191 (or sometimes ) 2635167.
2. Homwood Suites are often anomalous in their pricing, with AAA and Sr Rates often cheaper than either MVP or Team USA rates.
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Summary of answers to incessantly asked questions
NEW: As of ~April 2015, using the corporate codes for MVP on the regular site seems to not return any MVP rates. Instead go to hiltonfamilymvp.com
In the "Corporate Account" box type:
For MVP - 0041604 for Hilton and HGI; 0560041604 all others. MVP rates are not commissionable to agents; a very few properties may require press credentials - read booking terms.
Loyalty Lobby has reported and the FlyerTalk Hilton Honors Ambassador has confirmed that MVP rates can no longer be booked via the MVP website without the required association with targeted sports programs.
OCTOBER 5, 2016 UPDATE
There are new MVP codes that can once again be booked in the "Corporate" field of a particular hotel (not all hotels, of course, will always have MVP rates available):
Hampton Inn, Embassy Suites, Homewood Suites, Doubletree, etc. 0561135262 or 0560041604 (check both codes - as some some properties offer MVP rates - but only via one of the codes, not both).
HGI and Hilton 1135262 or 0041604 (check both codes - as some some properties offer MVP rates - but only via one of the codes, not both).
These codes now also work on the mobile app.
So, you have three choices:
1) Use http://stay.hilton.com/mvp/
2) Use the above corporate codes on the main website.
3) Use the above corporate codes in the Hilton app.
NOTES:
1. When the MVP rate is not available (usually 20% discount), often the "Team USA" rate (15%) will be. Use corporate codes 0002635191 (or sometimes ) 2635167.
2. Homwood Suites are often anomalous in their pricing, with AAA and Sr Rates often cheaper than either MVP or Team USA rates.
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Summary of answers to incessantly asked questions
- YES, MVP can be used by anyone
- There is no "sports affiliation" required. ( The only HHonors brand still retaining that verbiage in the "Rate Details" for a booking is the Homewood Suites. If you're really worried, you can get a USGA membership for $36
- There are many reports that the MVP rate can't be booked by the hotel itself or Customer Service; must be done by the guest online.
- Other reports say if you call in and ask what rates are available, they're not supposed to tell you about the MVP. But, they can offer it if you specifically request it.
- The rate accrues the normal points.
- The rate is as eligible for upgrades as any other rate, depending on your status, etc.
- When MVP rate is not available, the Team USA rate is often the next best choice.
In the "Corporate Account" box type:
For MVP - 0041604 for Hilton and HGI; 0560041604 all others. MVP rates are not commissionable to agents; a very few properties may require press credentials - read booking terms.
[ARCHIVE] Hilton Family MVP Rate - 2016 through 2019
#301
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: BG
Programs: BAEC Silver, TK Elite, Hilton Diamond
Posts: 827
Been using this rate for years and am not a US resident or citizen. I am not aware of the text which states this is a requirement
#302
Join Date: May 2010
Programs: Delta Silver, HH Gold, Accor Gold, IHG Platinum
Posts: 5,340
Any recent experience with the MVP fast track to Gold? Is it possible to join this challenge if you're already Gold?
#303
Join Date: Jan 2016
Posts: 40
Assuming that I book MVP fares under my name for two rooms for 4 people total (2 in each room), how many "sports affiliate ids" (e.g., USGA memberships) am I supposed to have among the 4 people? One? Two? Four?
I realize things are often not checked, but I'd like to "play by the rules" if possible, at least for this (extended) family trip.
I realize things are often not checked, but I'd like to "play by the rules" if possible, at least for this (extended) family trip.
#304
Join Date: Sep 2007
Programs: AA, BA, Accor, Honors Diamond, IHG Diamond Elite and lots more....
Posts: 2,970
Assuming that I book MVP fares under my name for two rooms for 4 people total (2 in each room), how many "sports affiliate ids" (e.g., USGA memberships) am I supposed to have among the 4 people? One? Two? Four?
I realize things are often not checked, but I'd like to "play by the rules" if possible, at least for this (extended) family trip.
I realize things are often not checked, but I'd like to "play by the rules" if possible, at least for this (extended) family trip.
#305
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: RSW
Programs: Delta - Silver; UA - Silver; HHonors - Diamond; IHG - Spire Ambassador; Marriott Bonvoy - Titanium
Posts: 14,185
I have used this rate for years without having it been questioned once (for ID).
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#307
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: DTW / FNT
Programs: The Dastardly Quintet.
Posts: 582
It's finally happened; I was asked for Sports Affiliation ID at check-in. I've been carrying the thing around for years, and was considering leaving it at home this last trip.
Not sure if it was just an "eager-beaver", or if this is the start of a trend.
Just an FYI.
Not sure if it was just an "eager-beaver", or if this is the start of a trend.
Just an FYI.
#308
Join Date: Sep 2007
Programs: AA, BA, Accor, Honors Diamond, IHG Diamond Elite and lots more....
Posts: 2,970
It's finally happened; I was asked for Sports Affiliation ID at check-in. I've been carrying the thing around for years, and was considering leaving it at home this last trip.
Not sure if it was just an "eager-beaver", or if this is the start of a trend.
Just an FYI.
Not sure if it was just an "eager-beaver", or if this is the start of a trend.
Just an FYI.
#309
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: home = LAX
Posts: 25,933
It's finally happened; I was asked for Sports Affiliation ID at check-in. I've been carrying the thing around for years, and was considering leaving it at home this last trip.
Not sure if it was just an "eager-beaver", or if this is the start of a trend.
Just an FYI.
Not sure if it was just an "eager-beaver", or if this is the start of a trend.
Just an FYI.
#311
Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Window Seat
Programs: National Executive, HHonors Gold, IHG Platinum, Hyatt Visitor
Posts: 2,495
#312
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Aug 2001
Location: RSW
Programs: Delta - Silver; UA - Silver; HHonors - Diamond; IHG - Spire Ambassador; Marriott Bonvoy - Titanium
Posts: 14,185
I thought it was only Homewood Suites that still required a sports membership?
#313
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Miami, FL
Programs: UA 1MM, AA Plat, Marriott LT Titanium, Hyatt Glob, IHG ♢ Amb, Hilton ♢, Hertz Pres
Posts: 6,016
It's finally happened; I was asked for Sports Affiliation ID at check-in. I've been carrying the thing around for years, and was considering leaving it at home this last trip.
Not sure if it was just an "eager-beaver", or if this is the start of a trend.
Just an FYI.
Not sure if it was just an "eager-beaver", or if this is the start of a trend.
Just an FYI.
#314
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: DTW / FNT
Programs: The Dastardly Quintet.
Posts: 582
Local mid-west sports league. Yes, they accepted w/o issue.
#315
Join Date: Aug 2012
Location: DTW / FNT
Programs: The Dastardly Quintet.
Posts: 582
As has been mentioned upthread, there are many easy options. If I didn't already have an affiliation, I would probably join the USGA ($25 yr); USEF ($25 yr), or any of hundreds of other sports groups/teams.
Last edited by Kiwi Flyer; Dec 21, 2019 at 4:48 pm Reason: deleted post quote & response