Residence Inn gives you Marriott status. My husband received a notice from Marriott that they would count 25 nights from July 1 at sufficient for the new Gold (old Black) status. That is really good enough with Marriott to get you and upgrade to the concierge lounge all the time. It is otherwise 50 nights - not 75. It is a promo for their new program this year with new nomenclature. Commuting is an issue, for sure.

You missed the opportunity to become Hyatt platinum in 3 stays BUT that level does not guarantee Regency Club anyway. Hilton will give you gold in 16 nights if you are over 60 yrs old (I think...) and join Senior Honors. Gold gets you Towers but a lot of Hiltons do not have a Towers floor.

Our favorite is Marriott anyway since they have consistently given my husband undeserved Black Cards for a number of years!