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Old Dec 28, 2018, 9:16 am
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rny321
 
Join Date: Nov 2014
Location: New York
Programs: MB-LTT , HH-Diam., HGP-Expl.
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Originally Posted by farnorthtrader
@rny321, I know that there are plenty of hotels that offer full board or all inclusive as an option along with room only for cash, however, I am wondering if there are any other hotels that are only all inclusive for cash, but only allow room only bookings for awards. It appears that Fairmont Mara does offer room only cash rates, albeit at a very small discount to their all inclusive rates.
On another note, after emailing the hotel advising of my disappointment that my reservation was unilaterally changed without notice, they advised that they do not have access to make any changes to award reservations. So either they are being dishonest or Marriott is making these changes without their knowledge.
1 star Tripadvisor reviews are starting to pile up.
Fairmont award stays don't normally include the same amenities as paid stays. If I use a 3rd night free certificate or a free night certificate, I don't get the same benefits that I would on a paid stay.
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