Originally Posted by gleff

Marriott Platinum has the toughest qualification requirements of any major chain's top tier.

And yet its published upgrade benefit is really weak in comparison.

Hyatt: 4 confirmed at booking suites per year
Starwood: Upgrade at check-in to best available room, including standard (but not 'specialty') suites
Intercontinental: Generally suite or two category upgrade from whatever you book.

Marriott Platinum's upgrade benefit is more on par with Hilton Diamond (that you can get off $40k in spend on an Amex) and Priority Club Platinum ('cause those franchised Holiday Inns don't have a ton of suites).