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Old Aug 1, 2022 | 12:24 pm
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Originally Posted by Kacee
Nor have I. IME, the app will often show better rates than the front desk can offer. Though if you really want to be thorough, after checking the app, you can call and see if they'll offer you a further discount for a same day arrival. A very cost-conscious client of mine used to do this with some success.
I've even seen plenty of front desk agents tell walk-in guests to sign up for Marriott Bonvoy and book in the app using Member Rates to get a cheaper price than they can quote. Though, frankly, I don't doubt that you can probably get a discount sometimes by calling in or haggling.
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