Originally Posted by
Coolers
Not sure whether your non-FHR rate is from Amex or Fairmont, but the FHR is usually competitive with the BAR available directly from the hotel. It does not, and IMO is not designed to, compete with prepaid rates or those offered by third-parties.
Keep in mind that Fairmont does award stay credit for Expedia bookings, so don't let that hold you back from booking that rate.
I am disappointed with Amex not being able to book the $229 expedia rate at all, so I can't use my $200 travel credit. Booking.com has $184 rate! Amex $349 lowest rate (non-FHR) is the same as on Fairmont website. FHR rate at $409 is useless, too. Sure, I'll book $184 booking.com rate.