Originally Posted by
Beckles
In these cases I ask at the front desk if they can add my number so I earn points on incidentals, sometimes they provide additional benefits associated with my status, sometimes they don't. Go in expecting nothing, because that's what the rules say, and you won't be disappointed but you may be pleasantly surprised if they provide some benefits.
Agreed. If you fully intend to go to the Hilton property, this would be my expectation as well.
However, knowing this you now have the flexibility to go and try out other resorts instead since there's no likely benefit accruing to sticking to Hilton when booked outside Hilton channels.
David