Originally Posted by anabolism

I have a week-long stay for a conference in a couple of months. I don't have any status in Hyatt (they show me as a Gold member with 0 stays this year, so I assume that's the basic level) and have been spoiled by HH Diamond status.

I'm booked into their basic "Grand King" room.

Is it worth emailing someone to ask about being assigned a better room? Would they do this for someone without Hyatt status?

Also, is the pool good for lap swimming?