Originally Posted by
dd992emo
It does to me, but that's just me. I'll admit I really don't get the "gotcha" sub-culture that seems to exist in the MR program with LNF and the ubiquitous "Platinum arrival gift guarantee". I know I'm a little older than many posters on this forum, but am not sure that completely explains the difference in attitude. None of you owe me anything, but can someone explain the attraction in demanding $100 because an overworked FD person didn't get around to offering you a little chardonnay and some mixed nuts (though they are damn good mixed nuts)? I don't thing I could bring myself to ask for something like that.
Marriott say you get $100 if they don't offer an arrival gift to Plats. If I didn't get a gift, I asked for $100. They set the rules, I played by them.
Marriott say if you find a cheaper rate than they offer, they'll beat it by 25%. Again, their rules which I'm happy to play by. The wording is as follows:
- Book a Marriott room using any Marriott reservation channel (Marriott.com, Marriott Hotel Telephone Reservations, or directly at a hotel).
- If within 24 hours of making your reservation, you find a lower hotel price for the same hotel, room type and reservation dates, and submit a qualified claim form, we'll match the rate + give you an extra 25% discount on the room.
It’s that simple. It’s the right thing to do. It’s another way to book right by booking with Marriott.
They're not exactly discouraging use of the Look No Further guarantee, are they?