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Feb 13, 2012, 9:35 am
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Even in regular Asian, European, and African Hiltons I've never thought of a 1 vs. 2 distinction. *shrug* Either I overpaid by typing "2" in the number of guests or I always had 1 there and didn't notice it. (Whatever it defaults to, that's what I've probably booked with.)
The 2 vs. 3 distinction I've absolutely noticed at a lot of European hotels. Mainly Starwoods IME but I imagine any brand in an older building with many different room configurations would have the same thing (a hard limit of 2 in the room).
Feb 13, 2012, 7:46 pm
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You have a few issues to consider.
1) UK Hiltons are very poor, especially outside of London.
2) Some 3rd party bookings may not get you HHONORS Gold benefits, depends on the 3rd party. The bed preference also needs to be confirmed by Hilton.
3) Hilton is weaker than other chains in guaranteeing room type and bed preference. Hyatt actually guarantees bed preference booked.
1) UK Hiltons are very poor, especially outside of London.
2) Some 3rd party bookings may not get you HHONORS Gold benefits, depends on the 3rd party. The bed preference also needs to be confirmed by Hilton.
3) Hilton is weaker than other chains in guaranteeing room type and bed preference. Hyatt actually guarantees bed preference booked.
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