Originally Posted by mintcilantro

I'm new to the program and considering redeeming my marriott points for a nights and flights package. However I haven't found many cat 5 category hotels in locations that I would want to stay at in Hawaii or Mexico. I haven't really researched places in Asia or Europe.

Criteria: atleast one of the following
- on a nice beach
- great location in urban areas
- great value for money
- enough attractions/activities to stay at least 4 days
- cat 5 (preferred), but cat 6 or 7 ok if exceptional


So far I think the JW in Bangkok looks great. Also the Mangroove in Costa Rica (Cat 7). It would be great if we can compile a list of good properties