Andaz Maui REVIEW - MASTER THREAD
Sep 16, 2016, 8:29 am
#2641
Join Date: Jul 2011
Programs: AA & DL / SPG & HGP
Posts: 1,723
Further, it's well documented that one needs to book this property like 5-9 months in advance, ignoring the gaming (e.g. minimum night stays).
Sep 16, 2016, 4:37 pm
#2642
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: SYD
Programs: QF WP (OWE), VA PLAT, EY GLD, SPG PLAT, Hyatt DIA, Hilton DIA, Hertz PC
Posts: 8,521
If you find availability on a third party site, Hyatt can pull that inventory and offer it to you.
I've had it done when the PH MEL has been sold out but rooms were available on Expedia.
I've had it done when the PH MEL has been sold out but rooms were available on Expedia.
Oct 6, 2016, 9:23 pm
#2644
Join Date: Jun 2013
Posts: 2,363
Not really. In today's loyalty market, with airlines and/or hotels scamming inventories, I'm surprised anyone would expect to book any kind of award for a high-demand/premium award with only say 90 days advance (that covers all of Sep-Nov) or holidays (Dec).
Further, it's well documented that one needs to book this property like 5-9 months in advance, ignoring the gaming (e.g. minimum night stays).
Further, it's well documented that one needs to book this property like 5-9 months in advance, ignoring the gaming (e.g. minimum night stays).
The fact is the Andaz Maui does not want HGP customers to stay there. It's obvious with how they game the points system.
The sad thing is that Hyatt knows we have no where to turn. With SPG swallowed up by Marriott and Hilton a distant third there really is no good alternative for us.
Oct 7, 2016, 7:20 am
#2645
Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: Virginia, USA
Posts: 4,506
Totally disagree. There are plenty of nice, alternative hotels and condos on Maui. Actually, the Andaz is one of my personal least-favorite Maui hotels, largely for their "attitude," which you cite.
Oct 7, 2016, 7:29 am
#2646
Join Date: May 2007
Location: WAS
Programs: UA GS, AA EXP, WN A+, Hyatt Glob, Marriott Tit, Hertz PC
Posts: 1,123
They may play games with points availability, but I've always been treated very generously with Andaz Suite upgrades or King Ocean View rooms when paying cash for lower room categories. The breakfast amenity is also generous.
Oct 17, 2016, 6:27 pm
#2649
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Programs: World of Hyatt, Chase Ultimate Rewards
Posts: 200
I tried to use points for a room last year and was told there was no availability over 2 months. Now I tried to use a DSU for a stay in April. Nothing. Considered switching dates and nothing in March to early April. It's FRUSTRATING.
I still plan to go to Hawaii in March or April. I'm willing to pay but is a mountain view room worth $484 per night? Seems steep but I don't know how luxurious the hotel is. If the rate is justified, then I'll book it. I'm diamond would get the benefits that go along with that.
I know the question "is it worth it" is subjective. Simply looking for opinions.
ERQ
I still plan to go to Hawaii in March or April. I'm willing to pay but is a mountain view room worth $484 per night? Seems steep but I don't know how luxurious the hotel is. If the rate is justified, then I'll book it. I'm diamond would get the benefits that go along with that.
I know the question "is it worth it" is subjective. Simply looking for opinions.
ERQ
Oct 17, 2016, 8:52 pm
#2650
Join Date: Mar 2015
Programs: Hyatt Globalist, SPG Plat, UA GS
Posts: 238
Not really. In today's loyalty market, with airlines and/or hotels scamming inventories, I'm surprised anyone would expect to book any kind of award for a high-demand/premium award with only say 90 days advance (that covers all of Sep-Nov) or holidays (Dec).
Further, it's well documented that one needs to book this property like 5-9 months in advance, ignoring the gaming (e.g. minimum night stays).
Further, it's well documented that one needs to book this property like 5-9 months in advance, ignoring the gaming (e.g. minimum night stays).
Oct 17, 2016, 8:56 pm
#2651
Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: Virginia, USA
Posts: 4,506
Oct 17, 2016, 11:09 pm
#2653
Join Date: Sep 2015
Posts: 476
I tried to use points for a room last year and was told there was no availability over 2 months. Now I tried to use a DSU for a stay in April. Nothing. Considered switching dates and nothing in March to early April. It's FRUSTRATING.
I still plan to go to Hawaii in March or April. I'm willing to pay but is a mountain view room worth $484 per night? Seems steep but I don't know how luxurious the hotel is. If the rate is justified, then I'll book it. I'm diamond would get the benefits that go along with that.
I know the question "is it worth it" is subjective. Simply looking for opinions.
ERQ
I still plan to go to Hawaii in March or April. I'm willing to pay but is a mountain view room worth $484 per night? Seems steep but I don't know how luxurious the hotel is. If the rate is justified, then I'll book it. I'm diamond would get the benefits that go along with that.
I know the question "is it worth it" is subjective. Simply looking for opinions.
ERQ
Oct 18, 2016, 4:45 am
#2654
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: PHL
Programs: Hyatt Globalist, Hilton Diamond, AA Gold, FB Gold, ITA Volare Executive
Posts: 3,294
I'm less sure it's worth it. It's a great property. But, for a Diamond, the sweet spot is -- or was -- C+P + DSU, or at least DSU. Without them, and with the resort fee, you will be paying a lot for a so-so room.
Everyone's tastes vary, I'm just speaking as someone who enjoyed the DSU-type deals a couple to times, but didn't much feel like going back this year at the new price structure.
Everyone's tastes vary, I'm just speaking as someone who enjoyed the DSU-type deals a couple to times, but didn't much feel like going back this year at the new price structure.
Oct 18, 2016, 8:52 am
#2655
A FlyerTalk Posting Legend
Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: PHX
Programs: AS 75K; UA 1MM; Hyatt Globalist; Marriott LTP; Hilton Diamond (Aspire)
Posts: 56,413
Personally I can't imagine paying $500 (plus resort fee and parking) for anything other than an ocean front suite in Hawaii when you can get a really nice vacation rental for half that price.
