Originally Posted by
CommentatusMaximus
Mind me asking what you say in the email? I would like to pre-arrange upgrades when they matter but not sure what to say that doesn't sound demanding or pretentious. I usually just wait until check-in but getting it done ahead of time would be great.
As one of the other posters mentioned, the "tone" of the email is important. In the example I cited, a birthday stay at The Glasshouse in Edinburgh, I of course, mentioned I would be celebrating a (milestone) birthday. I also indicated that I would be reconnecting with my Scottish cousins and seeing my Grandmother's birth place, etc. In other words, it was a special trip. The room we were given was larger than some NYC apartments! With a view to match.
I will say I tend to ensure I book the level room that is the least I can live with. In a city, I don't care that much (view, no view, etc.) But on a beach vacation, I like to have a water view so I book it. And if I get an oceanfront upgrade vs. partial ocean view that was booked - that's great.