Originally Posted by rkp
I don't think you will have any problems at all. However, the rate is meant for business use and not personal use. It comes down to your personal values and ethics - there are a ton of FTers who will say that it is evil and wrong to use a biz rate code for personal use and the other half that will gladly use even other company rate codes for personal use. So ultimately, its up to you.
Here are the Marriott rules for usage of the government rate:
"We’re honored to welcome government and military personnel as our special guests. Whether you’re traveling across the country or around the world, our 2,600 Marriott hotels offer special rates at or below your US government per diem.
Marriott’s government and military rates are offered to:
• All federal, state, county and local government employees
• All active military personnel
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Remember to present your government or military ID, or government-issued charge card at check-in."
I see nothing that says the rate is meant for business use only or precludes the usage of the rate for non-business stays. However, the usage of the rate by those that don't qualify is, in my opinion, wrong.