Originally Posted by
CrispyRice
A friend of mine has one of the free night certs (Cat 1-5) from the credit card. Mr. Crispy and I are going to visit her, but want to stay at the Marriott. Can she book us a room using her cert? Does she need to get a paper certificate to do this?
Yes, she can book the room for you and she doesn't need a paper cert nor does she need to show up as long as the reservation is made in your name.
Originally Posted by
CrispyRice
But, we're actually cobbling together several nights, using my cert, Mr. Crispy's cert, and one night of points... and hoping to tie all together without having to change rooms. This is in Paris. I'm gold; neither of them have status. Does any of that complicate matters?
Yes, they may not be able/willing to guarantee that you can stay in the same room, as you're technically checking out/in to another reservation/stay when you change payment methods/redemption accounts. Contact the hotel in advance and ask if they're willing/able to do anything to block off the same room for the entirety of your visit.
As long as you're staying each night, perks should apply... just make sure the room is in your name.