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Old Nov 9, 2015, 8:59 am
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MNManInKen
 
Join Date: Mar 2012
Location: Canterbury, UK
Programs: BA Gold, IHG Diamond + Ambassador, Accor Gold, Avis President's Club, Heathrow Rewards
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Z Ocean Crowne Plaza Miami South Beach

What is your Priority Club status?
Spire Ambassador

Were you happy with the hotel/stay?
Very satisfied

Which room did you book and which upgrade did you receive?
- Part Oceanview Rooftop Terrace Penthouse booked and received
- Was offered complimentary bottle of wine

How are the rooms?
- Excellent, great decor, layout and facilities
- Very spacious
- Includes two separate basins in the bathroom, two terraces, rooftop dining area, wet bar and jacuzzi
- Excellent location on Ocean Drive

How is the exec. lounge?
- N/A

What was good and what was bad?
Good
- Penthouse rooftop suites are very good
- Excellent luxury showers
- Location
- General vibe
- Concierge stood out for being helpful
- Kitchen area with good facilities, Nespresso machine and microwave etc

Bad
- Had to argue to get late checkout, which was a stated benefit (got it in the end but could have done without the hassle)
- Not much status recognition

Value for $ or Priority Club Points? Would you return?
- Already booked to go back
- At present my preferred hotel in Miami
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