I am a Hilton Emp and it is extremely easy to get an emp. rate or FAF rate if you book far enough in advance..
however, keep in mind you can get the employee in trouble if caught!
Some hotels WILL call and verify it is indeed an emp so use caution,
or do the right thing and request a friends and family rate... we all don't get to take advantage of having a friend in high places so neither should you! It's just not fair to all, if it were, we'd all get emp disc!! Seriously, if you have a friend in high places more power to you, but it's just not right!
and NO upgrades are given for being an emp.. if anything they treat you lower than reg guests... they can probably sell the suites for full price... why would they give it to you...