Originally Posted by
MSPeconomist
It also violates what was SPG (RIP) policy that if one is upgraded (no matter how), one gets all of the advantages that are tied to the room, such as lounge access.
That policy is definitely dead under Bonvoy though. I've seen posts, particularly at RC hotels, where even if they got upgraded and put in a suite that is club level, or literally on the club floor, no access.
If I'm being honest, between this and the SNA thing, I have to wonder if this hotel is considering leaving Bonvoy altogether. The competitive landscape for elite members is a lot different under the combined program compared to the original SPG Tokyo properties, of which this one was the best by a mile. The hotel is always very full regardless, and Prince does their own loyalty thing.