Originally Posted by IAN-UK

It is resolved. You need to have selected the shortest connection: I guess the airline isn't into playing along with passengers seeking the cheapest fare or a longer, more comfortable hotel stay. That's not to say you wouldn't get away with it, so no harm trying.

It's a topic covered in a number of threads.

As far as I know, of the few carriers still offering hotel accommodation in these circumstances, most if not all operate the scheme in a similar way.