Costco Discount Inconsistent
Oct 25, 2014, 11:07 pm
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Costco Discount Inconsistent
I've been looking at several properties and have been noticing that the Costco rate often times does NOT give the 10% discount it is supposed to.
Hotel 1:
Hotel 2
Hotel 3
In the last two cases it seems they are just taking a flat $10 off instead of 10%. Did I miss something or is this just plain wrong?
Edit:
After looking more closely at the numbers, it seems like they just take 10% off of the cheapest room category. But for all other categories, they take off the same dollar amount that they did for the cheapest room, regardless of whether it is actually 10% off. So for hotel 1 it is always $16 and hotels 2+3 are always $10
Hotel 1:
Code:
HDR Costco Status King 169 153 OK 2 Double 169 153 OK Pure King 194 178 <10% Pure Double 194 178 <10% Exec King 199 183 <10% Jr Suite 249 233 <10%
Code:
HDR Costco Status Queen Studio 99 89 OK 1 Bed Qn Suite 114 104 <10% 2 Bed Qn Suite 124 114 <10% Queen Whrpl 99 89 OK
Code:
HDR Costco Status 2 Double 99 90 OK Business King 119 110 <10% Exec King 119 110 <10% Pure 119 110 <10%
Edit:
After looking more closely at the numbers, it seems like they just take 10% off of the cheapest room category. But for all other categories, they take off the same dollar amount that they did for the cheapest room, regardless of whether it is actually 10% off. So for hotel 1 it is always $16 and hotels 2+3 are always $10
Oct 26, 2014, 11:19 am
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I even question the OKs for Hotel 1 and Hotel 3. The rounding is extreme and not in the consumer's favor. A 10% discount on $99 is not $90 but $89.10. Similarly, a 10% discount on a $169 room should be $152.10, not $153.
Oct 26, 2014, 11:32 am
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Yeah, I was considering marking them as OK'ish, but at least they are in the realm of possibility. I've noticed that the top level of the Hyatt site always shows a whole dollar amount, but if you go to the confirmation page, it often has a number with a decimal. So, for instance, the 99 rate may actually be 98.15. It still doesn't the discrepancies on everything besides the base room rate.
Oct 27, 2014, 2:59 pm
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The Costco Travel terms and conditions say (in part):
10% Discount off of the Hyatt Daily Rate is valid on standard guest room accommodations.
e.g., as your edit noted --- the least expensive room rate.
10% Discount off of the Hyatt Daily Rate is valid on standard guest room accommodations.
e.g., as your edit noted --- the least expensive room rate.
Oct 27, 2014, 8:49 pm
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http://www.hyatt.com/hyatt/offers/in...p?accid=costco
Welcome Costco Members:
Save 10% at Hyatt Hotels & Resorts®
Whether you are seeking the bright lights of a city location or the serenity of a resort destination, you’ll find distinctive design, extraordinary service, world-class amenities and award-winning cuisine at our properties around the globe.
As a Costco member, you’ll also enjoy 10% savings off the Hyatt Daily Rate at participating Hyatt Hotels and Resorts worldwide.
Reserve now or call 877 849 2730 and request offer code COSTCO.
Save 10% at Hyatt Hotels & Resorts®
Whether you are seeking the bright lights of a city location or the serenity of a resort destination, you’ll find distinctive design, extraordinary service, world-class amenities and award-winning cuisine at our properties around the globe.
As a Costco member, you’ll also enjoy 10% savings off the Hyatt Daily Rate at participating Hyatt Hotels and Resorts worldwide.
Reserve now or call 877 849 2730 and request offer code COSTCO.
10% Discount is off of the Hyatt Daily Rate for the room type requested at time of booking. Reservations are subject to availability and must be made in advance. Offer not valid at Park Hyatt®. Offer valid for Costco members residing in the U.S. only and must be requested at time of booking. Guest must present valid Costco membership card at time of check-in to qualify for the offer. Offer is not valid with groups/conventions and may not be combined with other promotional offers. Rate is per room, per night, excluding service charges, taxes and other incidental expenses. Additional guests may be subject to additional hotel charges. A limited number of rooms are allocated to this promotion. Promotional blackout periods may apply due to seasonal periods or special events, and normal arrival/departure restrictions apply. Hyatt reserves the right to alter or withdraw this program at any time without notice. Hyatt reserves the right to alter or withdraw this program at any time without notice. Hyatt Hotels & Resorts® encompasses hotels managed, franchised or leased by subsidiaries and affiliates of Global Hyatt Corporation. The trademarks Hyatt®, Hyatt Hotels & Resorts®, Park Hyatt®, Andaz, Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Hyatt Place®, Hyatt Summerfield Suites®, Hyatt Gold Passport®, and related marks are trademarks of Hyatt Corporation. © 2014 Hyatt Corporation. All rights reserved.
Oct 27, 2014, 10:50 pm
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Different Language
This is what I see after logging in:
"Terms and Conditions
10% Discount off of the Hyatt Daily Rate is valid on standard guest room accommodations. Reservations are subject to availability and must be made in advance. Offer not valid at Park Hyatt®, except for Park Hyatt Aviara. Offer valid for Costco members residing in the U.S. only and must be requested at time of booking. Guest must present valid Costco membership card at time of check-in to qualify for the offer. Offer is not valid with groups/conventions and may not be combined with other promotional offers. Promotion cannot be combined with Costco Travel packages. Rate is per room, per night, excluding service charges, taxes and other incidental expenses. 10% Discount is reflected in the rate quoted. Additional guests may be subject to additional hotel charges. A limited number of rooms are allocated to this promotion. Promotional blackout periods may apply due to seasonal periods or special events, and normal arrival/departure restrictions apply. Hyatt reserves the right to alter or withdraw this program at any time without notice. Hyatt Hotels & Resorts® encompasses hotels managed, franchised or leased by subsidiaries and affiliates of Global Hyatt Corporation. The trademarks Hyatt®, Hyatt Hotels & Resorts®, Park Hyatt®, Andaz, Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Hyatt Place®, HYATT house™, Hyatt Gold Passport®, and related marks are trademarks of Hyatt Corporation. © 2014 Hyatt Corporation. All rights reserved.
Any unused portion(s) of inclusions are nontransferable, nonrefundable and not redeemable for cash. Travel purchases are not included in the Executive Membership 2% Reward program. Seasonal surcharges, availability, blackout dates and restrictions may apply. All prices are in U. S. dollars. Costco Travel disclaims liability for any inaccuracies or typographical errors."
"Terms and Conditions
10% Discount off of the Hyatt Daily Rate is valid on standard guest room accommodations. Reservations are subject to availability and must be made in advance. Offer not valid at Park Hyatt®, except for Park Hyatt Aviara. Offer valid for Costco members residing in the U.S. only and must be requested at time of booking. Guest must present valid Costco membership card at time of check-in to qualify for the offer. Offer is not valid with groups/conventions and may not be combined with other promotional offers. Promotion cannot be combined with Costco Travel packages. Rate is per room, per night, excluding service charges, taxes and other incidental expenses. 10% Discount is reflected in the rate quoted. Additional guests may be subject to additional hotel charges. A limited number of rooms are allocated to this promotion. Promotional blackout periods may apply due to seasonal periods or special events, and normal arrival/departure restrictions apply. Hyatt reserves the right to alter or withdraw this program at any time without notice. Hyatt Hotels & Resorts® encompasses hotels managed, franchised or leased by subsidiaries and affiliates of Global Hyatt Corporation. The trademarks Hyatt®, Hyatt Hotels & Resorts®, Park Hyatt®, Andaz, Grand Hyatt®, Hyatt Regency®, Hyatt Place®, HYATT house™, Hyatt Gold Passport®, and related marks are trademarks of Hyatt Corporation. © 2014 Hyatt Corporation. All rights reserved.
Any unused portion(s) of inclusions are nontransferable, nonrefundable and not redeemable for cash. Travel purchases are not included in the Executive Membership 2% Reward program. Seasonal surcharges, availability, blackout dates and restrictions may apply. All prices are in U. S. dollars. Costco Travel disclaims liability for any inaccuracies or typographical errors."
Oct 28, 2014, 10:48 pm
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