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Premium Suite definition
Any guesses as to what suite will be defined as “premium” under new point structure at category 7 properties like Park Hyatt Paris? |
I asked about this for PHNY and gleaned that the Junior Suite will remain the standard suite for redemptions, GSUs, etc, while the Studio Suite will become the one available for premium suite redemptions. Not sure if this info is reliable, though, since it wasn't directly from the GM or anyone in management as far as I could tell.
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GUARANTEED this will be subject to endless shenanigans. Some hotels will likely offer great values but I bet most are varying degrees of mediocre. Supposedly the PH TYO has stated that the diplomat and governor suites will be possibilities...for now.
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My guess is that premium suites in the new program will be defined as "the suite you thought you would get when the premium suite program was introduce but you were oh so wrong about".
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Very simple . . . Whatever each property chooses to define as a "Premium Suite." |
The new T&Cs that were published on 10/23 contain pretty clear definitions:
Originally Posted by vj_rama
(Post 30356685)
Any guesses as to what suite will be defined as “premium” under new point structure at category 7 properties like Park Hyatt Paris? |
:confused: Whatever is NOT a standard suite as today?
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Originally Posted by sensei
(Post 30357426)
The new T&Cs that were published on 10/23 contain pretty clear definitions
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I appreciate and respect that there is a lack of trust for some due to the changes associated with the WoH. That said, while the new terms are quite transparent I agree that we will need to wait and see what actually happens when these premium suite awards go live (capacity controls, suite re-categorizations, etc.) However, at a minimum there will be new options available to secure a suite at booking where that is currently not possible because all standard suites are sold out.
With the exception of InterContinental's Royal Ambassador program, I can't think of another program that allows one to confirm a premium suite upgrade at booking. In fact, it is actually pretty remarkable that Hyatt is allowing all members to use points to upgrade to premium suites and isn't limiting this to certain elite members.
Originally Posted by Kacee
(Post 30357442)
Meaningless when properties can designate a large room as a suite, and Hyatt won't do anything to police them.
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If you actually look at the rooms available when booking, you'll see pretty clear descriptions. "this is a standard suite" "this is a premium suite", etc.
Hyatt has long been telling us what ISN'T a standard suite for TSU and upgrade purposes... |
Originally Posted by craigthemif
(Post 30357754)
If you actually look at the rooms available when booking, you'll see pretty clear descriptions. "this is a standard suite" "this is a premium suite", etc.
Hyatt has long been telling us what ISN'T a standard suite for TSU and upgrade purposes... Yes - I have noticed the distinction. Is it safe to assume the premium suite offered for points would be the next suite in price order from a standard? If so, this may be a terrible deal at category 7's. Difference between a park suite (standard) and park deluxe suite (first premium) is only 76 Euro (1046 vs 1122). Or roughly a 7% more valuable room at a 25% point premium. |
Originally Posted by sensei
(Post 30357648)
I appreciate and respect that there is a lack of trust for some due to the changes associated with the WoH. That said, while the new terms are quite transparent I agree that we will need to wait and see what actually happens when these premium suite awards go live (capacity controls, suite re-categorizations, etc.) However, at a minimum there will be new options available to secure a suite at booking where that is currently not possible because all standard suites are sold out.
With the exception of InterContinental's Royal Ambassador program, I can't think of another program that allows one to confirm a premium suite upgrade at booking. In fact, it is actually pretty remarkable that Hyatt is allowing all members to use points to upgrade to premium suites and isn't limiting this to certain elite members. Some hotels, for example many Starwoods, allow you to confirm particular suite upgrades in advance either by paying more points for an award stay (but you must call to do this) or by paying an upgrade fee in money (usually obtained by communicating directly with the hotel). In either case, the upgrade would be confirmed in advance, usually at the time of reservation. |
Can’t wait to see suites with “City view”, “Corner”, or “High Floor” be premium... |
There must be some sweet spots under their definition — properties where the second worst suite is way better than the basic one. Granted, those places might change designations, but I’d be interested if people have any sweet spots in mind to look into on 11/1. do we know if we’ll have to call to book, or we can book a cash rate online and add the 9k points for a confirmed upgrade? |
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Wouldn't be surprised if they got even more creative than PH Busan by charging more for every single change or view in a premium suite. |
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