Originally Posted by
stimpy
You are making the wrong comparison there with Ambassador status which isn't earned through stays and thus not worth a great deal. You should compare IC RA with Marriott Plat and Hyatt Diamond. With IC RA you get all those great benefits plus free mini-bar and guaranteed 8am check in, which IMHO puts it ahead of the competition.
My Marriott PP gives me great service and my Hyatt Diamond as well. I might add that there is no comparison in product between IGH and a full service Marriott or Hyatt and when you get to a JW or a PH then none!!