Originally Posted by
MSPeconomist
SPG Gold to MR Gold would be ridiculous. 10 stays or 25 nights is not equivalent to 50 nights. If this happens, the combined program might as well give upgrades by holding a lottery for all guests arriving that day. It's bad enough that MR doesn't treat PPs or Plats any better than Golds.
which illustrates why it doesnt matter ?
spg >
An upgrade to an enhanced room at check-in — corner room, higher floor, or better view.
mr >
Complimentary Room Upgrade: Based on room availability at check-in and limited to a Member's personal guestroom. Upgrades may include rooms with desirable views, rooms on high floors, corner rooms, rooms with special amenities, rooms on Executive Floors, or suites. All upgrades are granted on a space-available basis, as determined at the time of check-in. Upgrades are subject to availability and identified by each hotel.
Guaranteed Room Type: Guaranteed priority for your requested type of room. Subject to availability at participating locations worldwide when your qualifying Elite level and specific preference are noted on the reservation for your stay. (Pillow, room location, extra bed, crib requests, etc. are not included in Guarantee.) Outside U.S. and Canada: smoking/non-smoking preferences may also be given priority, based on availability; exact bed sizes may vary and only Platinum members will have guaranteed priority for your requested type of bed and room.