Originally Posted by
shorthauldad
What disadvantages are there if I book e.g. Sofitel NYC via Expedia or other OTA instead of direct on
www.accorhotels.com ?
I need to stay for 1 week, mid November, and I can see significantly cheaper rates at Expedia and co...
Do they offer more to status customers (I have Platinum) if you book direct?
Do you get points if you book via Expedia?
Thanks in advance for any advice...
Officially, no perks are offered if booked via OTA, though it happens sometimes. Definitely: no points.
You could try the best price guarantee though this is fraught with difficulties.