If he and I occupy the rooms together for 75 nights that get our account to Platinum status, why would I not be as entitled as he to the same priviledges? If as you state, Marriott only allows for one name on the account, wouldn't this be discriminatory towards couples traveling together?? Frankly, I was never aware of that, if in fact it is their rule. As I stated, I called and asked to be put on the acccount and my information was taken. Really never gave it much thought.

Personally, after 75 nights (actually 120+ nights) in a Marriott for the past 5 years, I would be absolutely livid if Marriott were to refuse Platinum benefits. Guess what? When I stay as one person, tell them I am staying alone, and present the MR Platinum card, I have never been refused. I have always been welcomed as their best customers should be.

Sorry, this one doesn't fly with me. Most hotel rooms are priced with the standard of "double occupancy" in mind. A person occupying alone rarely pays less than 2 people in the same room, certainly not in the US. To think I would not use the Marriott Rewards status that was earned by my family is ridiculous.

Dave M, you may have misread the part of my post where I said I call ahead and change the name on the reservation. I do that all the time. Have never, ever encountered a problem. Never been asked to remove the Marriott account number. Never been refused points or benefits. If what I do makes you uncomfortable, I suggest you don't do it.

In our case, we often make reservations for two rooms, if my husband is traveling on business with an associate, or if we are on vacation with friends or family. Certainly Marriott themselves knows that my husband cannot physically occupy two rooms at a time. Yet, we've always gotten the credits. Never had to ask for them, never had to resubmit. They do it. As does Hilton, as does Starwood, both chains in which we are also Gold members. As do Avis and Hertz, with whom we rent cars under our preferred status. We tell them I am the one picking up the vehicle. All preferred member benefits are extended...always.

Up to you.