Originally Posted by
LondonElite
Just stay in the hotel that best suits your taste and budget. Don't let the tail wag the dog.
+1000
unless you are traveling on business and stuck with corporate expense rules, I truly believe budget and your own preferences are most important. With Visa Signature, FHR, and Virtuoso, you really don't need to be chasing elite status and points, when you can get the same (and better) benefits while staying agnostic