Shangri-La Hotels: The NEW Golden Circle Program
#286
Join Date: Oct 2005
Location: United Arab Emirates & Arizona, USA
Programs: UA MM/1P, EK Au, QR, TK, Marriott Life Ti, Hilton Dia, IC Dia, Hyatt Glob, Accor Pt, Shangri-La
Posts: 4,525
They also have always given free breakfast in the restaurant (as well as the club option of course), which is pretty extensive at most properties.
#287
Join Date: Dec 2015
Posts: 13
has anyone actually tried to claim their best rate guarantee here? it's an absolute scam. there is no way that i've found to actually claim it. their rates on their website allow cancellation, but at the loss of 1 night's stay. if you find a cheaper rate elsewhere, a flexible rate will allow a full refund. because of the differences in cancellation: full refund vs refund minus 1 night stay, there is no way to fulfill the terms and conditions of the BRG.
#288
Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: Sydney
Posts: 267
The above definitely isn't the normal however. I feel they are fairly poor in offering upgrades in general, even when booked through a channel like FHR where you'd generally expect at least 1 type upgrade.
Lack of upgrades do not really annoy me usually, given that you get club access anyway. I don't find that the amenities you get in a club room vs. a non club room at a usual Shangri-La property is too different at all, perhaps what's most striking are the different brands of toiletries.
The only time where I really wished I had received an upgrade to a proper club floor was at Beijing actually. They upgraded me to a suite in the Garden wing but the Horizon club on that wing was closed. So all suite guests/DMs staying in that wing was directed to the Valley Wing lounge, in a entirely different building. It was a 10 minute walk to the other side of the hotel each time I wanted to visit the 'club'.
Overall though, I think Shangri-La's program is really generous compared to some of the others. Not many offer breakfast benefits for the mid-tier, along with a fairly decent welcome gift (x3) that is guaranteed on each visit. The free bottle of beers and wine keeps me happy
#290
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Berkshire
Programs: BAEC GGL/CCR/LTG
Posts: 684
Redeemed GC points for the first time this month, and I am so impressed I am with their redemption value. 1000 points for a USD 100 dining credit is quite remarkable. Combine that with the triple-point promotions they've offered during past stays, and I'm benefiting from redemption values of 30 cents on the dollar. It's an incredible incentive to stay loyal to Shangri-La.
#291
Suspended
Join Date: Apr 2011
Programs: RIP
Posts: 506
#292
Join Date: Nov 2012
Programs: SPG Platinum
Posts: 1,689
has anyone actually tried to claim their best rate guarantee here? it's an absolute scam. there is no way that i've found to actually claim it. their rates on their website allow cancellation, but at the loss of 1 night's stay. if you find a cheaper rate elsewhere, a flexible rate will allow a full refund. because of the differences in cancellation: full refund vs refund minus 1 night stay, there is no way to fulfill the terms and conditions of the BRG.
#294
'3 Nights for the Price of 2 + Free Breakfast' Promotion for Visa Infinite, Signature and Platinum card holders
Visa Infinite/Signature/Platinum card holders can stay 3 nights for the price of 2 (based on the 'Best Available Rate') and also receive free breakfast when booking a Horizon Club room or a suite at the following Shangri-la hotels:
(If you book a stay of more than 3 nights, you will receive 1 night free)
Visa Infinite/Signature/Platinum card holders can stay 4 nights for the price of 3 (based on the 'Best Available Rate') and also receive free breakfast when booking a Horizon Club room or a suite at the following Shangri-la hotels:
(If you book a stay of more than 4 nights, you will receive 1 night free)
Offer valid for stays until 31 December 2016.
To book, use promo code CNVISA on the Shangri-la website.
For more information and the T&Cs, visit www.shangri-la.com/CNVISACN (available in Chinese only). Note that the T&Cs do not state that the promotion is limited to Visa Infinite/Signature/Platinum cards issued in China only. According to the T&Cs, all Visa Inifinite/Signature/Platinum card holders are eligible for the promotion.
Visa Infinite/Signature/Platinum card holders can stay 3 nights for the price of 2 (based on the 'Best Available Rate') and also receive free breakfast when booking a Horizon Club room or a suite at the following Shangri-la hotels:
- Kowloon Shangri-La, Hong Kong
- Shangri-La Hotel, Kuala Lumpur
- Makati Shangri-La Manila
- Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore
- Shangri-La's Far Eastern Plaza Hotel, Taipei
- Shangri-La Hotel, Bangkok
- Shangri-La Hotel, Chiangmai
- Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai
(If you book a stay of more than 3 nights, you will receive 1 night free)
Visa Infinite/Signature/Platinum card holders can stay 4 nights for the price of 3 (based on the 'Best Available Rate') and also receive free breakfast when booking a Horizon Club room or a suite at the following Shangri-la hotels:
- Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney
- Shangri-La Hotel, Paris
- Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort and Spa, Kota Kinabalu
- Shangri-La Hotel, Ulaanbaatar
- Shangri-La's Mactan Resort and Spa, Cebu
- Shangri-La at The Shard, London
(If you book a stay of more than 4 nights, you will receive 1 night free)
Offer valid for stays until 31 December 2016.
To book, use promo code CNVISA on the Shangri-la website.
For more information and the T&Cs, visit www.shangri-la.com/CNVISACN (available in Chinese only). Note that the T&Cs do not state that the promotion is limited to Visa Infinite/Signature/Platinum cards issued in China only. According to the T&Cs, all Visa Inifinite/Signature/Platinum card holders are eligible for the promotion.
#295
Shangri-La Golden Circle 'Double Up on Dining' Promotion
From 1 April to 30 June 2016, receive double Golden Circle points when you dine at participating restaurants on a weekday.
List of Non-participating Restaurants:
Malé, Maldives
Jen Kitchen - Hotel Jen Malé, Maldives
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Lemon Garden - Shangri-La Hotel, Kuala Lumpur
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Junoon - Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai
The Act - Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai
Shenzhen, China
Seventh Son - Futian Shangri-La, Shenzhen
Shanghai, China
Seventh Son - Pudong Shangri-La, East Shanghai
Beijing, China
Collage Bar - Hotel Jen Upper East Beijing
Seventh Son - China World Summit Wing, Beijing
Toronto, Canada
Momofuku Noodle Bar - Shangri-La Hotel, Toronto
For more information and to register for the promotion, visit www.Shangri-La.com/DoubleUp
From 1 April to 30 June 2016, receive double Golden Circle points when you dine at participating restaurants on a weekday.
List of Non-participating Restaurants:
Malé, Maldives
Jen Kitchen - Hotel Jen Malé, Maldives
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Lemon Garden - Shangri-La Hotel, Kuala Lumpur
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Junoon - Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai
The Act - Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai
Shenzhen, China
Seventh Son - Futian Shangri-La, Shenzhen
Shanghai, China
Seventh Son - Pudong Shangri-La, East Shanghai
Beijing, China
Collage Bar - Hotel Jen Upper East Beijing
Seventh Son - China World Summit Wing, Beijing
Toronto, Canada
Momofuku Noodle Bar - Shangri-La Hotel, Toronto
For more information and to register for the promotion, visit www.Shangri-La.com/DoubleUp
#296
Original Poster
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: HKG
Programs: CX DM, *G (ASIANA); GS DM, Hilton Gold
Posts: 85
Updated GC Benefits finally announced
Here we go, the official confirmation of the updated benefits I had posted about a while back:
Golden Circle, the loyalty programme of Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts, is introducing five new benefits this month as part of its continuing fifth anniversary celebration. In addition to new ways for members to earn reward points, Golden Circle (GC) is offering fifth anniversary specials and partnership deals with brands such as Victor Private Jet and Virtuoso Experiences.
The new GC benefits include:
In addition to the new benefits, from 1 April to 30 June 2016, GC members will receive double points when dining at participating restaurants at Shangri-La, Hotel Jen, Kerry Hotels and Traders Hotels Monday through Friday. Members must register for the promotion in advance.
Golden Circle, the loyalty programme of Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts, is introducing five new benefits this month as part of its continuing fifth anniversary celebration. In addition to new ways for members to earn reward points, Golden Circle (GC) is offering fifth anniversary specials and partnership deals with brands such as Victor Private Jet and Virtuoso Experiences.
The new GC benefits include:
- Multiple Room Earning: Now GC members can earn GC Award Points on up to three rooms when travelling with family members or business associates and booking rooms at a qualifying rate.
- Earn With Redemption Nights: Members are eligible to earn a qualifying night and stay toward their GC status when redeeming a free night using GC Award Points.
- Rollover Nights: Jade and Diamond members can now accumulate surplus qualifying nights to use for status renewal or membership upgrade. These may be carried forward for the following membership year only.
- Buy or Gift Points: Members can top up their balance or gift points to others. Points are sold in 100 point increments at US$13 per 100 points; members can purchase up to 6,000 GC Award Points in a calendar year.
- Instant Dining Awards: Fully launched in December, the programme enables GC members to dine out on GC Award Points at all managed restaurants and outlets in the over 95 Shangri-La, Kerry, Hotel Jen and Traders hotels and resorts worldwide
In addition to the new benefits, from 1 April to 30 June 2016, GC members will receive double points when dining at participating restaurants at Shangri-La, Hotel Jen, Kerry Hotels and Traders Hotels Monday through Friday. Members must register for the promotion in advance.
#299
Join Date: Sep 2011
Posts: 21
Does anyone know if Shangri La Golden Circle benefits apply to third-party bookings or if the booking has to be made directly with Shangri La?
I know you won't receive GC points on the accommodation but what about Horizon Club access etc?
Thanks
I know you won't receive GC points on the accommodation but what about Horizon Club access etc?
Thanks
#300
Join Date: Nov 2012
Programs: SPG Platinum
Posts: 1,689
'3 Nights for the Price of 2 + Free Breakfast' Promotion for Visa Infinite, Signature and Platinum card holders
Visa Infinite/Signature/Platinum card holders can stay 3 nights for the price of 2 (based on the 'Best Available Rate') and also receive free breakfast when booking a Horizon Club room or a suite at the following Shangri-la hotels:
(If you book a stay of more than 3 nights, you will receive 1 night free)
Visa Infinite/Signature/Platinum card holders can stay 4 nights for the price of 3 (based on the 'Best Available Rate') and also receive free breakfast when booking a Horizon Club room or a suite at the following Shangri-la hotels:
(If you book a stay of more than 4 nights, you will receive 1 night free)
Offer valid for stays until 31 December 2016.
To book, use promo code CNVISA on the Shangri-la website.
For more information and the T&Cs, visit www.shangri-la.com/CNVISACN (available in Chinese only). Note that the T&Cs do not state that the promotion is limited to Visa Infinite/Signature/Platinum cards issued in China only. According to the T&Cs, all Visa Inifinite/Signature/Platinum card holders are eligible for the promotion.
Visa Infinite/Signature/Platinum card holders can stay 3 nights for the price of 2 (based on the 'Best Available Rate') and also receive free breakfast when booking a Horizon Club room or a suite at the following Shangri-la hotels:
- Kowloon Shangri-La, Hong Kong
- Shangri-La Hotel, Kuala Lumpur
- Makati Shangri-La Manila
- Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore
- Shangri-La's Far Eastern Plaza Hotel, Taipei
- Shangri-La Hotel, Bangkok
- Shangri-La Hotel, Chiangmai
- Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai
(If you book a stay of more than 3 nights, you will receive 1 night free)
Visa Infinite/Signature/Platinum card holders can stay 4 nights for the price of 3 (based on the 'Best Available Rate') and also receive free breakfast when booking a Horizon Club room or a suite at the following Shangri-la hotels:
- Shangri-La Hotel, Sydney
- Shangri-La Hotel, Paris
- Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort and Spa, Kota Kinabalu
- Shangri-La Hotel, Ulaanbaatar
- Shangri-La's Mactan Resort and Spa, Cebu
- Shangri-La at The Shard, London
(If you book a stay of more than 4 nights, you will receive 1 night free)
Offer valid for stays until 31 December 2016.
To book, use promo code CNVISA on the Shangri-la website.
For more information and the T&Cs, visit www.shangri-la.com/CNVISACN (available in Chinese only). Note that the T&Cs do not state that the promotion is limited to Visa Infinite/Signature/Platinum cards issued in China only. According to the T&Cs, all Visa Inifinite/Signature/Platinum card holders are eligible for the promotion.
T&C clause 9 suggests that a China Visa must be presented at check-in:
9. Cardholders must present any Visa China (Platinum, Signature or Infinite) credit card upon check-in to confirm eligibility of the promotional benefits.