Well, I haven't had a big problem with not getting suite upgrades. And I have gotten some sweet suite upgrades. Maybe because I'm a regular at some properties.

But, I have to say the whole breakfast / lounge weaseling bothers me. And is the number 1 reason why I make sure to renew my Hilton Diamond Status first. Hilton guarantees me free breakfast worldwide. Next comes Starwood. I'm probably not even going to make any attempt to renew my Marriott status this year because they pretty much only give you free breakfast in full service hotels (but not luxury hotels) M to F unless it is a holiday (including St. Swevins day). Etc.