Originally Posted by
C17PSGR
And even under the old SPG terms, the description from corporate policy was that speciality suites that were excluded were Presidential suites and equivalent. Unfortunately, in my personal experience and what appears to be reported by others, a number of legacy SPG properties have decided that they will define "standard suites" to a very limited set of specific suites and refuse to upgrade to any other rooms.
Yes, the Westin Alexandria as well as one other...that's it, right? Two properties do not define ~1,500.
As I have said previously, the Select Suite terminology was a floor, not a ceiling...I and many others have gotten themed / Presidential / higher tier suites many times over the years. Helped to be a good SPG customer.