Dec 19, 2013, 9:27 am
Last edit by: dgreen12
Hotel Website: The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, Autograph Collection
Official List of Cosmopolitan Bonvoy Elite Benefits: https://www.cosmopolitanlasvegas.com/marriott-bonvoy-at-the-cosmopolitan-of-las-vegas
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, the only charges that qualify for Points are as follows:
- Room rate, room service food and beverage, in-room movies, phone calls and in-room minibar purchases
- Points cannot be earned on any other purchases at hotel outlets or for hotel services
The Cosmopolitan is a "resort," so basically the only elite benny is a possible upgrade. Elites are not exempt from the resort fee
Resort fee is $39+tax effective 01/01/2019. Also as of that date, parking (self & valet) is complimentary for hotel guests.
Cosmopolitan is exempt from providing free wifi to Plats per Marriott's T&Cs, however it is included with the mandatory $39 daily resort fee so there is still no extra charge to any guest for using it.
Platinums receive:
* use of Platinum check-in area (to the left of main desks)
* Platinum arrival gift is $10FB coupon or 1,000 points
* room upgrade (space available) - better luck on mid-week stays than weekend stays. sometimes a 'sandwich' (ie, bribe) to front desk does the trick.
* free tea/coffee 6am - noon in the plat lobby check-in area
* Wicked Spoon: Marriott Rewards Platinums (and PPs) get to use preferred line and get 15% discount when staying at the property. Just show your MR Plat or PP card.
You can book through Virtuoso as well as Amex FHR for complimentary breakfast buffet at Wicked spoon.
Resort fee:
* $39 (+ tax) per day for resort fee, which includes gym access, local + long distance calls, Wifi, pool access. The resort fee is not waived.
Receiving Bonvoy Points for a Stay:
Many have reported needing to follow up to have Marriott Bonvoy points manually posted post stay (they do not typically post automatically.) A tip is to email [email protected] shortly after a stay asking them to manually forward your folio to Marriott Bonvoy for processing.
Hat tip to billycwhatup for this:
* Identity points and MR points can not be earned on the same stay
Other tips
The Terrace Suites are the most common room type and are classified as studio and one bedroom, with options for King, 2 Queens with or without a fountain view. They are essentially the same size, however (10 sq ft difference), but the layouts differ.
The King Studio Suite has a standard bathroom with shower and tub, a living room area with large sitting area and an L shaped sofa and the bed is in a separate area, though not separated.
The King One BR Suite has the same kind of living room area, with the bedroom separated by sliding doors and the bathroom is larger, with a "soaking tub".
If you get a terrace suite of any kind with 2 Queens, the living area will be smaller.
And unless your room type is described as "fountain view", you aren't guaranteed it, though Platinum status will get you upgraded on check in if they have one available.
If you book any of these room types and want to aim higher, I would try a giving the receptionist a 50$ "sandwich", and ask if any wraparounds upgrades would be available. If they say yes, there is a good chance that it will be a wraparound facing south-east or south-west, which for me would be a no go. Taste in view is personal of course, but for me the fountain-Eiffel tower view are so much nicer than the south facing views. Also when you would have the choice between a low level wraparound or high level terrace suite, I would still take the high level terrace suite, because a number of floors on the east tower are blocked by the big Bellagio sign. (see youtube vids).
If you really want a high level wraparound then you probably would have to pay, which can sometimes be not that much. If I'm not mistaken I think they offered me a wraparound at 150$ per night more, but we originally booked a 1 bedroom terrace room without view.
Last tip : If you would get the choice of wraparound I would definitely take a high floor east tower one, facing north-east. That would give you bellagio fountain + eiffel tower view, but also a good portion of the south strip.
Official List of Cosmopolitan Bonvoy Elite Benefits: https://www.cosmopolitanlasvegas.com/marriott-bonvoy-at-the-cosmopolitan-of-las-vegas
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, the only charges that qualify for Points are as follows:
- Room rate, room service food and beverage, in-room movies, phone calls and in-room minibar purchases
- Points cannot be earned on any other purchases at hotel outlets or for hotel services
The Cosmopolitan is a "resort," so basically the only elite benny is a possible upgrade. Elites are not exempt from the resort fee
Resort fee is $39+tax effective 01/01/2019. Also as of that date, parking (self & valet) is complimentary for hotel guests.
Cosmopolitan is exempt from providing free wifi to Plats per Marriott's T&Cs, however it is included with the mandatory $39 daily resort fee so there is still no extra charge to any guest for using it.
Platinums receive:
* use of Platinum check-in area (to the left of main desks)
* Platinum arrival gift is $10FB coupon or 1,000 points
* room upgrade (space available) - better luck on mid-week stays than weekend stays. sometimes a 'sandwich' (ie, bribe) to front desk does the trick.
* free tea/coffee 6am - noon in the plat lobby check-in area
* Wicked Spoon: Marriott Rewards Platinums (and PPs) get to use preferred line and get 15% discount when staying at the property. Just show your MR Plat or PP card.
You can book through Virtuoso as well as Amex FHR for complimentary breakfast buffet at Wicked spoon.
Resort fee:
* $39 (+ tax) per day for resort fee, which includes gym access, local + long distance calls, Wifi, pool access. The resort fee is not waived.
Receiving Bonvoy Points for a Stay:
Many have reported needing to follow up to have Marriott Bonvoy points manually posted post stay (they do not typically post automatically.) A tip is to email [email protected] shortly after a stay asking them to manually forward your folio to Marriott Bonvoy for processing.
Hat tip to billycwhatup for this:
* Identity points and MR points can not be earned on the same stay
Other tips
The Terrace Suites are the most common room type and are classified as studio and one bedroom, with options for King, 2 Queens with or without a fountain view. They are essentially the same size, however (10 sq ft difference), but the layouts differ.
The King Studio Suite has a standard bathroom with shower and tub, a living room area with large sitting area and an L shaped sofa and the bed is in a separate area, though not separated.
The King One BR Suite has the same kind of living room area, with the bedroom separated by sliding doors and the bathroom is larger, with a "soaking tub".
If you get a terrace suite of any kind with 2 Queens, the living area will be smaller.
And unless your room type is described as "fountain view", you aren't guaranteed it, though Platinum status will get you upgraded on check in if they have one available.
If you book any of these room types and want to aim higher, I would try a giving the receptionist a 50$ "sandwich", and ask if any wraparounds upgrades would be available. If they say yes, there is a good chance that it will be a wraparound facing south-east or south-west, which for me would be a no go. Taste in view is personal of course, but for me the fountain-Eiffel tower view are so much nicer than the south facing views. Also when you would have the choice between a low level wraparound or high level terrace suite, I would still take the high level terrace suite, because a number of floors on the east tower are blocked by the big Bellagio sign. (see youtube vids).
If you really want a high level wraparound then you probably would have to pay, which can sometimes be not that much. If I'm not mistaken I think they offered me a wraparound at 150$ per night more, but we originally booked a 1 bedroom terrace room without view.
Last tip : If you would get the choice of wraparound I would definitely take a high floor east tower one, facing north-east. That would give you bellagio fountain + eiffel tower view, but also a good portion of the south strip.
Las Vegas Cosmopolitan Hotel [Master Thread]
Apr 28, 2015, 5:20 am
#2026
Join Date: Feb 2013
Posts: 1,815
cant seem to find the answer to this anywhere.
If I stay at cosmo (booked through Marriott for MR points) and pay for meals, drinks, cabana onsite with my Marriott visa and give them my Identity card will I be able to double dip the Marriott points via the visa from incidental spending and the Identity $5 resort credit per $100 spent? I understand I cant double dip on the room but am unclear about the incidentals.
If I stay at cosmo (booked through Marriott for MR points) and pay for meals, drinks, cabana onsite with my Marriott visa and give them my Identity card will I be able to double dip the Marriott points via the visa from incidental spending and the Identity $5 resort credit per $100 spent? I understand I cant double dip on the room but am unclear about the incidentals.
Obviously you will earn on your usual credit card spends.
So in answer to your question, I think yes.
Apr 29, 2015, 1:40 am
#2027
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: San Diego US and Brisbane AU
Programs: AA EXP/2MM - DL PM - OZ Diamond - Bonvoy LTT - Hyatt Glob - IHG Plat - National EE - Sixt Platinum
Posts: 1,315
Any ideas if the two-queen bed rooms (City Room and Terrace Studio) are bookable on MR points? I can't seem to find either of them available for several dates when using points...
Or would MR Gold help at all if I requested it? I know some hotels in Vegas will treat two-queen bed rooms as upgrades/subject to extra charges -- but I've seen some days where the two-queen rooms are cheaper than king rooms at the Cosmo (and I still can't seem to book them on points even if they're available)...
Thanks!
Or would MR Gold help at all if I requested it? I know some hotels in Vegas will treat two-queen bed rooms as upgrades/subject to extra charges -- but I've seen some days where the two-queen rooms are cheaper than king rooms at the Cosmo (and I still can't seem to book them on points even if they're available)...
Thanks!
Apr 29, 2015, 4:22 am
#2028
Join Date: Feb 2013
Posts: 1,815
Any ideas if the two-queen bed rooms (City Room and Terrace Studio) are bookable on MR points? I can't seem to find either of them available for several dates when using points...
Or would MR Gold help at all if I requested it? I know some hotels in Vegas will treat two-queen bed rooms as upgrades/subject to extra charges -- but I've seen some days where the two-queen rooms are cheaper than king rooms at the Cosmo (and I still can't seem to book them on points even if they're available)...
Thanks!
Or would MR Gold help at all if I requested it? I know some hotels in Vegas will treat two-queen bed rooms as upgrades/subject to extra charges -- but I've seen some days where the two-queen rooms are cheaper than king rooms at the Cosmo (and I still can't seem to book them on points even if they're available)...
Thanks!
Apr 29, 2015, 8:04 am
#2029
Join Date: Dec 2014
Programs: Marriott Gold, SPG Gold, Hilton Gold, Best Western Diamond
Posts: 364
that won't do anything if they're not showing availability. they might consider those rooms to be "not standard" and you can only book "standard" rooms with awards (without paying for a guaranteed upgrade (either with cash or points)). you can call the hotel and ask if they'll let you book one with points, but that is the only way to know for sure. you could also book a regular room with points and then call/email asking for an upgrade.
May 2, 2015, 3:50 pm
#2030
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Frozen in Carbonite
Programs: UA Aluminum 0.6MM, Bonvoy Life Sentence, Hyatt Eliteist, AA Super Plutonium
Posts: 2,878
May 4, 2015, 3:26 pm
#2032
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: CLT
Programs: AA-EXP, MR-PP
Posts: 3,440
Jun 3, 2015, 4:58 pm
#2034
Join Date: Oct 2005
Location: OHIO - CVG,DAY
Programs: Marriott Lifetime Plat, DL DM MM. National Exec... and my CC qualified for Plat. Status!
Posts: 469
I just checked out and yes the Platinum check in is in the Autograph Lounge to the left of the regular check in, but it closes around 10pm so if you arrive late you are left to the regular desks. FYI. No upgrade for this Platinum Premier when staying on points and still had to pay the resort fee. The Grand Chateau is still resort fee free as of a few months ago.
Happy Travels!
Happy Travels!
Jun 4, 2015, 4:32 pm
#2036
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: Philadephia, PA
Programs: AA Platinum, Marriott Titanium/Lifetime Titanium, Hyatt Globalist, UA Silver, Hilton Gold, Hertz 5*
Posts: 477
I just checked out and yes the Platinum check in is in the Autograph Lounge to the left of the regular check in, but it closes around 10pm so if you arrive late you are left to the regular desks. FYI. No upgrade for this Platinum Premier when staying on points and still had to pay the resort fee. The Grand Chateau is still resort fee free as of a few months ago.
Happy Travels!
Happy Travels!
Jun 6, 2015, 12:51 am
#2037
Join Date: Feb 2014
Location: LAX
Programs: United Silver, Marriott Lifetime Titanium, Hilton Diamond, IHG Diamond
Posts: 988
Checked in at around 5PM today in the platinum check-in area. I asked for a complimentary upgrade and got the wraparound suite (upgraded from a terrace suite). They were out of fountain views, but I still got a strip view facing southeast in the east tower.
No $20 sandwich was used.
No $20 sandwich was used.
Jun 7, 2015, 1:04 pm
#2038
Join Date: Oct 2007
Location: Frozen in Carbonite
Programs: UA Aluminum 0.6MM, Bonvoy Life Sentence, Hyatt Eliteist, AA Super Plutonium
Posts: 2,878
Checked in at around 5PM today in the platinum check-in area. I asked for a complimentary upgrade and got the wraparound suite (upgraded from a terrace suite). They were out of fountain views, but I still got a strip view facing southeast in the east tower.
No $20 sandwich was used.
No $20 sandwich was used.
Jun 7, 2015, 6:49 pm
#2039
Join Date: Jun 2013
Location: NYC
Programs: Marriott Plat, Hilton Gold, UA Silver
Posts: 2,272
Checked in at around 5PM today in the platinum check-in area. I asked for a complimentary upgrade and got the wraparound suite (upgraded from a terrace suite). They were out of fountain views, but I still got a strip view facing southeast in the east tower.
No $20 sandwich was used.
No $20 sandwich was used.
