Originally Posted by
milesmutt
Sad but true!
In the fifteen or so times I've been to the islands in the last ten years, I've yet to receive an upgrade to a suite.
Elite benefits are almost non-existent there, so I've learned to expect little or nothing.
The only property that has consistently upgraded me is the Wailea Beach Marriott, where I got
at least an oceanview or oceanfront room every time I've stayed there.
I've been going to Waikiki 4-5 times/yr for the last 6 yrs. I stay on very cheap rates and get upgraded to an ocean front suite at Sheraton Waikiki 90-95% of the time. If I don't get a suite, it's because they don't have one! I'm sure some of that is due to my loyalty, but it keeps me coming back! I typically go in Jan/Feb, April, Sept/Oct and early Dec.
I was curious to try the Laylow but I think that would just be foolish now.
BTW, I also stay at the Moana Surfrider but with much less upgrade success. I believe they only have 4 suites they upgrade Plats into but I'm happy with the tower rooms and their ocean view balconies. And I love the beach front lounge.