Thought I would resuscitate this thread seeing as we are at last chance for year-end mattress runs. Apologies if there are more recent threads, only found ones addressing Gold status.

Here's my question: Is Plat worth $350?

I am currently at 45 nights and it will cost me approx. $500 to book 3 conference rooms (10 EQN per event). I've already decided to do 1 event to bump up to Gold.

I sometimes stay at JW Marriott Resorts on weekends and am planning burn some award nights in European capitals next year. If Plat would get me a good shot at suites or at least larger/view rooms that would be worth $350. Lounges are nice but only if open on weekends. Ditto for late checkout at resorts - that would be a huge plus. I don't really care about 48-hour room force or bonus points.