Originally Posted by
doesun
Hello
we are a family of five traveling with three children (10-14). We book two rooms under my name and generally ask for connecting rooms. Should we contact the hotel directly to request (i know it is a request and not guaranteed).
Also, what are people's thoughts about booking both rooms under my name or one under my name and the other under my spouse's name? (we are both platinum). Asking in case it makes a difference in obtaining platinum benefits such as lounge access for the kids.
Better to book one room under your name and the other in spouse's name. That way you can get Plat benefits for both rooms. Some hotels can be sticky and only allow benefits for the one room the plat member(s) are staying in.