I am making it a habit of calling the hotel direct a few weeks before my scheduled arrival at FS Marriott to determine the Concierge Lounge downgrades. Two upcoming:

San Francisco Marriott - used to be open on weekends, now closed. Although the Desk clerk thinks it still may be open for breaksfast. No coupons, maybe only for Platinum.

Salt Lake City Marriott Downtown - closed on the weekend and no longer offering breakfast coupons. Only providing a coupon for a cup of coffee at Starbucks.

When you call and asked to be transferred to the front desk, the operator tries to help until they realize they can not answer your questions. Even the front desk staff is uncertain in some cases.

I am coming to the conclusion that there is little benefit remaining loyal to Marriott. There is no benefit for Plat/Gold at Courtyards or Fairfield Inns.

So what is the point - stay at a hotel that is most convenient and has best rate. I know of many that have switched to going with priceline and hotels.com - to get the best rates at desired number of stars for hotels.