Originally Posted by
serpens
I had the impression that Gold status did not always provide breakfast, especially in Europe. Did I misunderstand that?
Yes, breakfast is always included for the Gold member and one guest in the same room. In a Hilton or Doubletree, it will be usually be in the main restaurant and will be a full breakfast or buffet with no restrictions. If you are upgraded to an executive room, it is possible that you will be required to eat in the executive lounge. In my opinion, the free breakfast is the primary benefit of Gold.
There is a sticky thread for breakfasts with Gold/Diamond, have a look at the wiki in that thread.