Guys - first time using an elite membership and curious about something. So we are having drinks at a complimentary cocktail hour and I asked first if drinks are included. The answer was only drinks are. Then I said nothing for gold elite either? And the answer was “can be arranged” and he gave us a few options immediately

Is this the case at all Marriott properties? I heard from another staffer that they don’t like to refuse any request from elite members. I am hoping to learn of the perspectives from other long term members. Also these guys know my room number already so wondering why they aren’t more forthcoming with options and waiting to be reminded about a members elite membership

Thx