Originally Posted by
sbtinme
I can't imagine you'd have too much of a tough time with a solid explanation. One suggestion -- you may wish to call the SPG Gold line and have the agent enter your situation into the notes on your reservation so that when you arrive this evening at check-in, the front desk can see it noted. I should think that couldn't hurt.
And double thanks to sbtinme and the angel at the SPG Gold line, who is doing her best to convince the hotel to take me in. Apparently they're not that psyched about it.