Originally Posted by
longwaybackhome
no, UNCOMMON use of the CL. He *did* spend a week in a FS Marriott in December, so he and his traveling companions had lounge access there. My parents and I spent a week in a Renaissance in April (on points) where there was no lounge but we got free (huge) breakfast. And sometimes he books multiple rooms and he also has the credit card. So what...30 nights a year?
Technically 35 nights plus the 15 from the credit card. Depends on his travel patterns, where he likes to stay, what are the alternatives, etc.
If he does not like to pop around and likes to stay put then probably Marriott is best for him. However, if he can make 1 night stays, well then, I would consider the others.
Also, if he charges a lot on a credit card, he might wish to check out the HHonors Surpass Card. Charge $40,000 on it in a calendar year and you get HHonors Diamond status without setting foot in a Hilton family property, if you so wish. Also, Hiltons guarantee free breakfast, even on weekends, if you are a Gold or above member, as that is the significant Hilton perk.