When I was Plat I basically boycotted FHR for that exact reason. Every time I checked I found a better deal myself
But as Cent-- I've always saved money-- I've gotten great rates at the Bellagio, Wynn, Mandarin Oriental and Ritz (Hotel Arts Barcelona was an incredible deal) I never blindly book through Cent-- I check first and use them for the booking if I come out ahead.
By the way-- I booked a stay (myself) at the Park Tower later this month
on "Taste of Luxury" ( Rate Plan Description Taste Of Luxury
4Th Night Free Feb 07 To Mar 08 And Is Applied At Checkin. Incls Daily Full Breakfast. Tax Is Not Included) With the free 4th night-- a 4 night stay
is only $333/night (Rate Plan: TASTE OF LUXURY 444.00 in US DOLLARS per night) for a Grand Deluxe suite with Butler service:
1 King
Butler Service, Comfortable Work Area, Grand Deluxe Suite, Free Access To Health Club, Luxurious Marble Bathroom, One Bedroom Ste W/living Room, Cd, Video. Marble Bath W/jacu Zzi, Toilet. Well-lit Desk W/fax. Magnificent View. Bulter S