Originally Posted by
antonius66
I believe that most FHR are not normally prepaid though because it is usually the standard daily rate.
There seem to be some misunderstandings around here about the two basic FHR options. For the past two years or so, when you book FHR, you are offered two options:
- Prepay, and earn 5x MR points. While "prepaid" these rates are subject to the usual cancellation rules, typicaly either 1 or 3 days prior to check-in. These reservations book via Amex Travel, which in turn books through Expedia. This is not subject to legitimate debate. It is a fact.
- Pay at property, and earn 1x MR points. These reservations book through Platinum Travel Services.
The prices are exactly the same for both options; the differences are (a) prepay or pay at property, (b) accrue 5x or 1x MR, and (c) book via Expedia or PTS.
While I have no data, I would expect that many are now booking the prepaid rates for the substantially better MR accrual.