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Dec 15, 2008, 8:42 am
#2176
Join Date: Oct 2004
Posts: 1,530
The "two person" wording is standard on all reward certificates, as is the provision that the certifiucate is only valid for a "standard" room. Being standard, the same provision would also apply to the HHV
If the four of you can fit (comfortably) into a "standard" room without requesting extra bedding, towels, soap, etc., etc., then you should not have a problem unless you happen to strike a rule happy check-in agent. YMMV always applies
If you insist on extrad beds, etc. then you should be prepared to fork over the additional $50.
Embassy Suites may also have some controls over the numberof breakfast.
If the four of you can fit (comfortably) into a "standard" room without requesting extra bedding, towels, soap, etc., etc., then you should not have a problem unless you happen to strike a rule happy check-in agent. YMMV always applies
If you insist on extrad beds, etc. then you should be prepared to fork over the additional $50.
Embassy Suites may also have some controls over the numberof breakfast.
Dec 15, 2008, 9:49 am
#2177
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: BWI
Programs: SPG Plat
Posts: 105
Having just come back from HHV using the AXON award, I can tell you they did not charge me extra for a 3rd adult.
Dec 15, 2008, 4:50 pm
#2179
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: BWI
Programs: SPG Plat
Posts: 105
The one thing to be warned about the rainbow tower... the fireworks on Friday night are *right in front of you*. This means that you will get the full concussive force of them in your room - which is a bit unnerving if you've just fallen asleep for a power nap with the window open...
Fireworks at the HHV
Dec 15, 2008, 5:57 pm
#2180
FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: SJC/VCE
Programs: AA PLT (2.9+ MM), HH GLD, Hyatt Diamond, SPG PLT
Posts: 10,161
Sixstring,
Thanks for the links to the video clips. I'll be at the HHV in February and it looks great.
Thanks for the links to the video clips. I'll be at the HHV in February and it looks great.
Dec 15, 2008, 7:14 pm
#2181
Join Date: Jan 2002
Location: LAX
Programs: Marriott, Hilton
Posts: 310
At my last stay here I also had an AXON award and had 4 adults in my room. I was not charged the extra person fees and got a nice upgrade in the Tapa Tower. I only received 2 breakfast coupons though.
Dec 15, 2008, 8:10 pm
#2182
Join Date: Nov 2005
Programs: HH Diamond; IHG Plat; Marriott Titanium; United Silver
Posts: 254
The condition is that rewards are only valid for double occupancy. However, most US hotels waive it. (I have never been charged for extra adults on an award stay.) The fact that this particular hotel has opted to waive it for a third person would be relevant.
Dec 18, 2008, 4:02 pm
#2183
Join Date: Oct 2005
Posts: 17
Fitness Center - Kalia Tower
I don't know if this has been mentioned, but use of the Fitness Center in the Kalia Tower is no longer free for HHonors elites. The "discounted" cost is $9 per visit.
We were told that this is because Hilton doesn't own the fitness center. I am hoping that we don't run into this at other locations, mainly HWV.
We were told that this is because Hilton doesn't own the fitness center. I am hoping that we don't run into this at other locations, mainly HWV.
Dec 18, 2008, 4:29 pm
#2184
Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: Southern California
Posts: 478
I don't know if this has been mentioned, but use of the Fitness Center in the Kalia Tower is no longer free for HHonors elites. The "discounted" cost is $9 per visit.
We were told that this is because Hilton doesn't own the fitness center. I am hoping that we don't run into this at other locations, mainly HWV.
We were told that this is because Hilton doesn't own the fitness center. I am hoping that we don't run into this at other locations, mainly HWV.
Dec 18, 2008, 4:41 pm
#2185
Join Date: Jan 2004
Location: Chicagoland/ORD
Programs: UA Million Miler (Gold), Hilton Diamond, Marriott Gold
Posts: 3,458
Dec 18, 2008, 7:36 pm
#2186
Join Date: Oct 2005
Posts: 17
Interesting. When we checked in at the Kalia, we were told that the fee would be implemented beginning in December (and since we were there in November, it would still be free). And when we went to the gym, we were told that the fee was already in place. Right hand, please meet the left hand.
Dec 19, 2008, 12:13 am
#2187
Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: Southern California
Posts: 478
Interesting. When we checked in at the Kalia, we were told that the fee would be implemented beginning in December (and since we were there in November, it would still be free). And when we went to the gym, we were told that the fee was already in place. Right hand, please meet the left hand.
Anyone else recently (in the last year or so) who might know more and actually gotten spa services free?
Dec 24, 2008, 7:49 am
#2188
Join Date: Nov 2006
Location: Chicago, IL
Programs: AA EXP & AAirpass, Hyatt Courtesy Card, SPG Platinum
Posts: 991
Interesting. When we checked in at the Kalia, we were told that the fee would be implemented beginning in December (and since we were there in November, it would still be free). And when we went to the gym, we were told that the fee was already in place. Right hand, please meet the left hand.
"Complimentary Health Club Privileges
Enjoy complimentary access to the health club or fitness center during your stay, at hotel owned and operated facilities."
Dec 24, 2008, 8:34 am
#2189
Moderator: American AAdvantage, Travel Safety/Security & Texas, FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: AUS / GRK
Programs: AA, HHonors, Hertz
Posts: 13,492
When I stayed at the HHV in Oct/Nov 2007, it was free to use the gym in the Kalia tower. Even though I was upgraded to the Ali'i tower (with its own gym), I preferred the equipment @ Kalia (tons of weights, machines, etc). Heck, I even jumped in the pool over there a few times after finishing my workout.
FWIW, if anyone swims (more than splashing around) and wants a good place to swim, the Ala Moana Beach has a great setup, you start at the lifeguard stand, and there's markers at 500m and 1000m. It is pretty much a straight shot, deep water (unlike the beach in front to the HHV), there's tons of other swimmers, and the surfers generally stay away. Plus it is an easy walk/jog from the HHV; I left my shoes/shirt/etc near the lifeguard stand and it was all fine.
FWIW, if anyone swims (more than splashing around) and wants a good place to swim, the Ala Moana Beach has a great setup, you start at the lifeguard stand, and there's markers at 500m and 1000m. It is pretty much a straight shot, deep water (unlike the beach in front to the HHV), there's tons of other swimmers, and the surfers generally stay away. Plus it is an easy walk/jog from the HHV; I left my shoes/shirt/etc near the lifeguard stand and it was all fine.