Originally Posted by
Kacee
The published breakfast benefit is the same at Autograph Collection as it is at "Marriott" branded properties. This property is just choosing to cheap out in its definition of "continental breakfast."
Waikiki is a relative wasteland for elite benefits in virtually all programs. Reduce expectations accordingly.
Wrong! Marriott might be a wasteland for elite benefits, but margarita girl sums up the SPG options:
(I read that the Mormons put many of the long-time Starwood HI people in charge of the newly merged leadership of the combined Marriott/Starwood HI division of Marriott Int'l. These people run a great operation and hope they bring the Marriott properties up to the Starwood standards.)
Originally Posted by
margarita girl
Now that SPG is an option, you should consider Sheraton Waikiki or Westin Moana Surfrider. Both properties are on the beach and have Club Lounges which offer hot breakfast, evening appetizers and free beer/wine. SW's lounge is on 35th (?) floor and offers spectacular views of beach and Diamond Head. MS lounge is on ground floor and has an outdoor terrace which is wonderful for eating outside. (SW sells lounge access for $125/night but it's free for Platinums. Not sure of the amount but I expect MS will be the same.)
SW offers one of the best pools in Waikiki (Edge infinity pool) and there is a row of preferred chairs reserved for Plat guests. The Plat welcome amenity is a paper bag that you fill yourself at the gift shop.
You have options!