Marriott Harbor Beach Resort - Fort Lauderdale, FL [Master Thread]
#61
Join Date: Sep 2001
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You can negotiate a discounted upgrade to a suite. Those of you in your party who are over 18 can get free access to the spa. They have a private saline pool there with better drinks and food than the main pool.
#62
Join Date: Jan 2012
Posts: 8
Platinum upgrade at Marriott Harbor Beach FLL
I will be at the Marriott Harbor Beach in Ft. Lauderdale 8/23-8/26. I have platinum status. Right now there appears to be a lot of availability. My question is should I pay for an ocean view room or do you think they will offer me an upgrade for free? Any thoughts would be appreciated.
#63
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Room Upgrade
For Platinum Elite members the best way is up! So every time you check in, we'll do our best to upgrade you to a premium room - at no additional charge for your entire stay. Upgrades may include rooms with desirable views, rooms on high floors, corner rooms, rooms with special amenities, rooms on Executive Floors, or suites, subject to availability identified by each hotel.
https://www.marriott.com/rewards/mem...ts/platinum.mi
so, hit and miss, but good luck............
For Platinum Elite members the best way is up! So every time you check in, we'll do our best to upgrade you to a premium room - at no additional charge for your entire stay. Upgrades may include rooms with desirable views, rooms on high floors, corner rooms, rooms with special amenities, rooms on Executive Floors, or suites, subject to availability identified by each hotel.
https://www.marriott.com/rewards/mem...ts/platinum.mi
so, hit and miss, but good luck............
I will be at the Marriott Harbor Beach in Ft. Lauderdale 8/23-8/26. I have platinum status. Right now there appears to be a lot of availability. My question is should I pay for an ocean view room or do you think they will offer me an upgrade for free? Any thoughts would be appreciated.
#64
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Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: McKinney, TX, USA
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It's been a couple of years since I last stayed there, but for most of my stays in the past, I was upgraded to an ocean view room with a balcony. I don't think I have ever been upgraded to a suite here though.
#65
Join Date: Dec 2004
Programs: United 1K, MR Plat, SPG Plat
Posts: 804
Depends on how disappointed you (or others traveling with you) will be if you are not in an ocean view room. Just because they're showing availability on line doesn't mean anything since your stay is a couple of weeks away. You could always wait and see if your reservation shows an upgrade a few days before arrival. Some hotels are better than others about doing upgrades in advance.
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#67
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: Philadephia, PA
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Posts: 477
I got an upgrade to a ocean view as a gold on a one night stay back in January. Seems like an elite-friendly location where you'll get the upgrade if it's available.
#68
Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: Florida
Programs: MR PP/Ambassador, Amex Explat, Hertz PC
Posts: 41
I stayed there once for one night (a saturday night) on points - I was platinum and without me even asking, they upgraded me to the presidential suite (which I believe Bill Marriott stays at when he is there ;-)) - it has a treadmill in it...
#70
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: London UK
Programs: BA Gold/Marriott Titanium Lifetime/UA/JetBlue
Posts: 618
I am at the Harbor Beach now, and I did not get an upgrade. In fact I have stayed here at least once every year since 1986 and sometimes up to three times a year, always for more than 4 nights each stay.
I only once have got a suite, the Windjammer, which was quite nice but not one of the corner ones which I would love to see.
I generally prefer the Pool/Ocean View rooms which are on the side of the hotel as you can see the Beach, Pool area, and get a great view of the Ships leaving Port Everglades from your balcony. The Ocean View rooms in my opinion have a less interesting view of just the water.
In the past Elites were offered breakfast but this was taken away long ago. Then up to this stay they gave you some cards for free movies/internet/spa access and appetisers in the Sea Level Restaurant. This time I got nothing.
So aside of the 500 bonus points I have had no Elite benefits at this Hotel for this stay. And I was upset to hear the people next to me at check-in discussing a previously arranged upgrade to a suite (ok, I have no idea of the circumstances so I should not be upset, but I was anyway!).
It is a lovely resort Hotel, and I will continue to come back. Will I complain about the lack of benefits, you bet. More than 25 years loyalty at this hotel and they can't even offer you a breakfast voucher (and the rate is $300 a night plus $25 a day for parking!).
It is time Marriott listened to us and did something about the silly inconsistent breakfast issue. (Rant over)
Oh, do not expect to get any special treatment as an Elite member and you will have a great time at this hotel!
I only once have got a suite, the Windjammer, which was quite nice but not one of the corner ones which I would love to see.
I generally prefer the Pool/Ocean View rooms which are on the side of the hotel as you can see the Beach, Pool area, and get a great view of the Ships leaving Port Everglades from your balcony. The Ocean View rooms in my opinion have a less interesting view of just the water.
In the past Elites were offered breakfast but this was taken away long ago. Then up to this stay they gave you some cards for free movies/internet/spa access and appetisers in the Sea Level Restaurant. This time I got nothing.
So aside of the 500 bonus points I have had no Elite benefits at this Hotel for this stay. And I was upset to hear the people next to me at check-in discussing a previously arranged upgrade to a suite (ok, I have no idea of the circumstances so I should not be upset, but I was anyway!).
It is a lovely resort Hotel, and I will continue to come back. Will I complain about the lack of benefits, you bet. More than 25 years loyalty at this hotel and they can't even offer you a breakfast voucher (and the rate is $300 a night plus $25 a day for parking!).
It is time Marriott listened to us and did something about the silly inconsistent breakfast issue. (Rant over)
Oh, do not expect to get any special treatment as an Elite member and you will have a great time at this hotel!
#71
Join Date: Jun 2004
Location: DCA
Posts: 888
I am at the Harbor Beach now, and I did not get an upgrade. In fact I have stayed here at least once every year since 1986 and sometimes up to three times a year, always for more than 4 nights each stay.
I only once have got a suite, the Windjammer, which was quite nice but not one of the corner ones which I would love to see.
I generally prefer the Pool/Ocean View rooms which are on the side of the hotel as you can see the Beach, Pool area, and get a great view of the Ships leaving Port Everglades from your balcony. The Ocean View rooms in my opinion have a less interesting view of just the water.
In the past Elites were offered breakfast but this was taken away long ago. Then up to this stay they gave you some cards for free movies/internet/spa access and appetisers in the Sea Level Restaurant. This time I got nothing.
So aside of the 500 bonus points I have had no Elite benefits at this Hotel for this stay. And I was upset to hear the people next to me at check-in discussing a previously arranged upgrade to a suite (ok, I have no idea of the circumstances so I should not be upset, but I was anyway!).
It is a lovely resort Hotel, and I will continue to come back. Will I complain about the lack of benefits, you bet. More than 25 years loyalty at this hotel and they can't even offer you a breakfast voucher (and the rate is $300 a night plus $25 a day for parking!).
It is time Marriott listened to us and did something about the silly inconsistent breakfast issue. (Rant over)
Oh, do not expect to get any special treatment as an Elite member and you will have a great time at this hotel!
I only once have got a suite, the Windjammer, which was quite nice but not one of the corner ones which I would love to see.
I generally prefer the Pool/Ocean View rooms which are on the side of the hotel as you can see the Beach, Pool area, and get a great view of the Ships leaving Port Everglades from your balcony. The Ocean View rooms in my opinion have a less interesting view of just the water.
In the past Elites were offered breakfast but this was taken away long ago. Then up to this stay they gave you some cards for free movies/internet/spa access and appetisers in the Sea Level Restaurant. This time I got nothing.
So aside of the 500 bonus points I have had no Elite benefits at this Hotel for this stay. And I was upset to hear the people next to me at check-in discussing a previously arranged upgrade to a suite (ok, I have no idea of the circumstances so I should not be upset, but I was anyway!).
It is a lovely resort Hotel, and I will continue to come back. Will I complain about the lack of benefits, you bet. More than 25 years loyalty at this hotel and they can't even offer you a breakfast voucher (and the rate is $300 a night plus $25 a day for parking!).
It is time Marriott listened to us and did something about the silly inconsistent breakfast issue. (Rant over)
Oh, do not expect to get any special treatment as an Elite member and you will have a great time at this hotel!
While I'm not a big breakfast guy, I recognize I'm in the minority. That said, the policy (whether we like it or not) is very clear - it's not inconsistent. The only inconsistent part is whether certain resorts choose to offer a benefit that is not within the parameters of the Rewards program.
#72
Join Date: Mar 2010
Programs: AA Plat, Marriott Plat
Posts: 736
I was here last year and because I wanted the ocean view for my wife, I ended up paying extra for the upgrade. No suite though and no breakfast either. But did get the free movie, snacks, 20% off at stores in hotel.
#73
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: London UK
Programs: BA Gold/Marriott Titanium Lifetime/UA/JetBlue
Posts: 618
For an international traveller it is inconsistent:
Within the US breakfast weekdays in the lounge, lounges closed weekends so no breakfast.
Europe weekdays breakfast in the lounge, but in weekends guaranteed breakfast in the restaurant (unless the lounge is open)
Everywhere else in the world, breakfast included except resorts (although most resorts I have stayed in in Asia include breakfast).
Pretty confusing.
Within the US breakfast weekdays in the lounge, lounges closed weekends so no breakfast.
Europe weekdays breakfast in the lounge, but in weekends guaranteed breakfast in the restaurant (unless the lounge is open)
Everywhere else in the world, breakfast included except resorts (although most resorts I have stayed in in Asia include breakfast).
Pretty confusing.
#74
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what's confusing.................
In the US/Canada............... outside the US/Canada......... and an overall disclaimer for resorts worldwide............
Guaranteed Lounge Access/Free Breakfast
Help yourself to light snacks, beverages and complimentary continental breakfast in our Concierge/Executive/Club Lounge at participating JW Marriott Hotels, the Autograph Collection, Renaissance Hotels and Marriott Hotels & Resorts. If your hotel doesnt have a Concierge/Executive/Club Lounge, we invite you to enjoy complimentary continental breakfast on your weekday stays. Outside the U.S. and Canada, you are entitled to continental breakfast 7 days a week. (Not available at resort locations.)
http://www.marriott.com/rewards/memb...ts/platinum.mi
In the US/Canada............... outside the US/Canada......... and an overall disclaimer for resorts worldwide............
Guaranteed Lounge Access/Free Breakfast
Help yourself to light snacks, beverages and complimentary continental breakfast in our Concierge/Executive/Club Lounge at participating JW Marriott Hotels, the Autograph Collection, Renaissance Hotels and Marriott Hotels & Resorts. If your hotel doesnt have a Concierge/Executive/Club Lounge, we invite you to enjoy complimentary continental breakfast on your weekday stays. Outside the U.S. and Canada, you are entitled to continental breakfast 7 days a week. (Not available at resort locations.)
http://www.marriott.com/rewards/memb...ts/platinum.mi
For an international traveller it is inconsistent:
Within the US breakfast weekdays in the lounge, lounges closed weekends so no breakfast.
Europe weekdays breakfast in the lounge, but in weekends guaranteed breakfast in the restaurant (unless the lounge is open)
Everywhere else in the world, breakfast included except resorts (although most resorts I have stayed in in Asia include breakfast).
Pretty confusing.
Within the US breakfast weekdays in the lounge, lounges closed weekends so no breakfast.
Europe weekdays breakfast in the lounge, but in weekends guaranteed breakfast in the restaurant (unless the lounge is open)
Everywhere else in the world, breakfast included except resorts (although most resorts I have stayed in in Asia include breakfast).
Pretty confusing.
#75
Join Date: Nov 2000
Location: New York USA
Posts: 2,933
what's confusing.................
In the US/Canada............... outside the US/Canada......... and an overall disclaimer for resorts worldwide............
Guaranteed Lounge Access/Free Breakfast
Help yourself to light snacks, beverages and complimentary continental breakfast in our Concierge/Executive/Club Lounge at participating JW Marriott Hotels, the Autograph Collection, Renaissance Hotels and Marriott Hotels & Resorts. If your hotel doesn’t have a Concierge/Executive/Club Lounge, we invite you to enjoy complimentary continental breakfast on your weekday stays. Outside the U.S. and Canada, you are entitled to continental breakfast 7 days a week. (Not available at resort locations.)
http://www.marriott.com/rewards/memb...ts/platinum.mi
In the US/Canada............... outside the US/Canada......... and an overall disclaimer for resorts worldwide............
Guaranteed Lounge Access/Free Breakfast
Help yourself to light snacks, beverages and complimentary continental breakfast in our Concierge/Executive/Club Lounge at participating JW Marriott Hotels, the Autograph Collection, Renaissance Hotels and Marriott Hotels & Resorts. If your hotel doesn’t have a Concierge/Executive/Club Lounge, we invite you to enjoy complimentary continental breakfast on your weekday stays. Outside the U.S. and Canada, you are entitled to continental breakfast 7 days a week. (Not available at resort locations.)
http://www.marriott.com/rewards/memb...ts/platinum.mi
so yes, as a member who is one year shy of Lifetime Platinum with Marriott, it confuses ME. I am certain it baffles others.