Originally Posted by
YXEGeordie
Not so worried about room upgrade but lounge access and breakfast?
I am Gold Elite
Good answer above from hhoope01.
It's not supposed to make any difference if a guest stays on Rewards points, pays with a credit card, or has a pre-paid stay. But, as noted in this thread, all the usual brand-specific rules apply for Marriott's brands that participate in Rewards.
If a hotel employee claims you're not eligible for elite benefits because you're staying on Rewards points, it's time to ask for a manager.
But that doesn't mean you can routinely expect the lounge/breakfast benefit. Only five of Marriott's brands offer that benefit, and then only if they're not resorts and not on a short list of exceptions.