Originally Posted by
arlflyer
I agree with this. Skimming the list, it struck me that the properties opting out looked largely to be 2nd/3rd-tier properties that probably didn't have much slack in their budgets. Also, the list seemed to feature a lot of properties where price and/or the very existence of a property in that location (airports, middle of nowhere) is more likely to be a determining factor in a booking, as opposed to a promotion drawing people in.
That may be true in some states but definitely not in California. I'd be lucky if I can find one within driving distance that are participating and are not sold out. I wonder why are all the SPG and Marriott hotels actively participating in their promotions, and they all actually have lower nightly rates than the Hilton ones! Most of my stays this year will be 2-3 weeks. I'm serious considering the Platinum run from SPG.