Originally Posted by
GUWonder
It's even possible to use 25,000 SPG points this way to get 6 free nigths at NYC hotels (e.g., Quality Hotels, Clarion, Comfort Inn, etc.) of the not-so-special variety. Given prices for NYC hotels, it's a great deal both ways.
Just last week ...
3 nights Gem Hotel, 36th street.
Rack rate, $400+/night
16,000 choice points/night
If you just need a place to sleep, get a quick b'fast, and accessible to midtown, can't beat the price.