Photo Identification Required at Check-In?
Jan 19, 2002, 4:53 pm
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Photo Identification Required at Check-In?
I spent last week in New Orleans. The Front
Desk demanded 2 govt issued photo IDs. They
insisted that this has been a corporate
requirement since 9/11. NOT my experience.
Either the New Orlean Hilton reps are lying
or no other Hilton properties are toeing the
corporate line. This is the first time that
I have run across such a demand.
I gave them my CCW permit and a novelty
passport [for Rhodesia]. They seemed
happy with both. What a frigg'n crock.
Anyone else running across such nonsense?
Adam, what's the real deal?
-doug
Desk demanded 2 govt issued photo IDs. They
insisted that this has been a corporate
requirement since 9/11. NOT my experience.
Either the New Orlean Hilton reps are lying
or no other Hilton properties are toeing the
corporate line. This is the first time that
I have run across such a demand.
I gave them my CCW permit and a novelty
passport [for Rhodesia]. They seemed
happy with both. What a frigg'n crock.
Anyone else running across such nonsense?
Adam, what's the real deal?
-doug
Jan 19, 2002, 5:51 pm
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Ten stays since 9/11 NOT ONCE did they ask for even one piece of photo ID much less two,
I usually hand them HHonors card, Airline and credit card when I walk up to the desk.
No quesions asked besides most people usually have only their DL with photo ID.
Sounds like a bunch of crock to me,would they have denied you a room with only a DL? Mike
I usually hand them HHonors card, Airline and credit card when I walk up to the desk.
No quesions asked besides most people usually have only their DL with photo ID.
Sounds like a bunch of crock to me,would they have denied you a room with only a DL? Mike
Jan 19, 2002, 5:58 pm
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Jan 2 at Hilton Suites Anaheim I was surprised by the same I.D. request. She said it was policy since 9/11. In my previous stay in Dec they didn't ask. Every other Hilton or Hampton stay since then they haven't asked. My bet is it is corporate policy and it is being enforced about as well as breakfast for Gold and Diamonds! 
Jan 19, 2002, 6:00 pm
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Stayed at Hilton Fremont/Newark last week, and the front desk did ask to see Driver Lic. when handed over Hhonors card, Freq flier card, and CC. First time being asked since 9/11. So, maybe they are doing something new??
Jan 19, 2002, 7:24 pm
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I thought it was me 
I've been asked to show ID (driver's license or passport) at each Hilton property that I've checked into so far this year.
That's been:
Hilton (O'Hare)
Hampton Inn (Bloomington, IL)
Homewood Suites (Texas)
but, maybe it is for HHonors. So far I've been upgraded at the Hilton twice to a suite and got the breakfast certificates (GOLD)
Take care
I've been asked to show ID (driver's license or passport) at each Hilton property that I've checked into so far this year.
That's been:
Hilton (O'Hare)
Hampton Inn (Bloomington, IL)
Homewood Suites (Texas)
but, maybe it is for HHonors. So far I've been upgraded at the Hilton twice to a suite and got the breakfast certificates (GOLD)
Take care
Jan 19, 2002, 7:45 pm
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Hmmmmmmm. Nine nice (actually 8) different stays, 3 countries, 2 name misspellings and never once was I asked for more than "And how will you be paying for that, sir?". I gotta breakfast certs every time too (with 4 name misspellings). Drink certs 4 outta 4.
I guess I must just look honest ,and I hope we dont have to start removing our shoes at the front desk.
MisterNice
I guess I must just look honest ,and I hope we dont have to start removing our shoes at the front desk.
MisterNice
Jan 19, 2002, 9:09 pm
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Louisville, Indy, Baaltimore, Phily, Tampa, Orlando, Ocala, OHare, Raleigh, Wilmington, NYC and several more....NONE asked for photo
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Jan 19, 2002, 10:27 pm
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I've been asked for an ID several times since September at Hilton properties, but not all the time. I think several times I just handed it over after walking in without being asked, so I don't know if they wanted it or not.
Things have changed, I really don't see what the big deal about it is, just hand them the ID when you are checking in and be on your way.
Things have changed, I really don't see what the big deal about it is, just hand them the ID when you are checking in and be on your way.
Jan 20, 2002, 12:39 am
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My response would be, "I'm sorry, but I am not driving on this trip so I left my license at home. Now, do you have an upgrade available?"
Just what does this ID request at Hilton or anywhere else have to do with the war against terror. Are they going to match your ID against a "don't rent to these guys list"?
Just what does this ID request at Hilton or anywhere else have to do with the war against terror. Are they going to match your ID against a "don't rent to these guys list"?
Jan 20, 2002, 4:01 am
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I have stayed at two Hiltons since september,
Hilton Berlin and Hilton Boston Back Bay over the new year period. I have just handed over my HHonors card,credit card and Virgin FC card. I have not beekn asked for any other form of ID ( of course I've got my passport with me since I'm out of the UK)
Hilton Berlin and Hilton Boston Back Bay over the new year period. I have just handed over my HHonors card,credit card and Virgin FC card. I have not beekn asked for any other form of ID ( of course I've got my passport with me since I'm out of the UK)
Jan 20, 2002, 7:50 am
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<font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Originally posted by cordelli:
Things have changed, I really don't see what the big deal about it is, just hand them the ID when you are checking in and be on your way. </font>
Things have changed, I really don't see what the big deal about it is, just hand them the ID when you are checking in and be on your way. </font>
does everybody run around with two photo ids ???.
The only two I have are my DL and passport
and I sure as hell arent going to be showing my passport to rent a domestic hotel room.
Mike
Jan 20, 2002, 9:11 am
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<font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Originally posted by pointman:
My response would be, "I'm sorry, but I am not driving on this trip so I left my license at home. Now, do you have an upgrade available?"
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My response would be, "I'm sorry, but I am not driving on this trip so I left my license at home. Now, do you have an upgrade available?"
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Jan 20, 2002, 9:16 am
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<font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Originally posted by drtravels:
No ID? That leaves out flying, driving and the train. Maybe you came by bus?
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No ID? That leaves out flying, driving and the train. Maybe you came by bus?
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