Dec 19, 2013, 9:27 am
Last edit by: dgreen12
Hotel Website: The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, Autograph Collection
Official List of Cosmopolitan Bonvoy Elite Benefits: https://www.cosmopolitanlasvegas.com/marriott-bonvoy-at-the-cosmopolitan-of-las-vegas
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, the only charges that qualify for Points are as follows:
- Room rate, room service food and beverage, in-room movies, phone calls and in-room minibar purchases
- Points cannot be earned on any other purchases at hotel outlets or for hotel services
The Cosmopolitan is a "resort," so basically the only elite benny is a possible upgrade. Elites are not exempt from the resort fee
Resort fee is $39+tax effective 01/01/2019. Also as of that date, parking (self & valet) is complimentary for hotel guests.
Cosmopolitan is exempt from providing free wifi to Plats per Marriott's T&Cs, however it is included with the mandatory $39 daily resort fee so there is still no extra charge to any guest for using it.
Platinums receive:
* use of Platinum check-in area (to the left of main desks)
* Platinum arrival gift is $10FB coupon or 1,000 points
* room upgrade (space available) - better luck on mid-week stays than weekend stays. sometimes a 'sandwich' (ie, bribe) to front desk does the trick.
* free tea/coffee 6am - noon in the plat lobby check-in area
* Wicked Spoon: Marriott Rewards Platinums (and PPs) get to use preferred line and get 15% discount when staying at the property. Just show your MR Plat or PP card.
You can book through Virtuoso as well as Amex FHR for complimentary breakfast buffet at Wicked spoon.
Resort fee:
* $39 (+ tax) per day for resort fee, which includes gym access, local + long distance calls, Wifi, pool access. The resort fee is not waived.
Receiving Bonvoy Points for a Stay:
Many have reported needing to follow up to have Marriott Bonvoy points manually posted post stay (they do not typically post automatically.) A tip is to email [email protected] shortly after a stay asking them to manually forward your folio to Marriott Bonvoy for processing.
Hat tip to billycwhatup for this:
* Identity points and MR points can not be earned on the same stay
Other tips
The Terrace Suites are the most common room type and are classified as studio and one bedroom, with options for King, 2 Queens with or without a fountain view. They are essentially the same size, however (10 sq ft difference), but the layouts differ.
The King Studio Suite has a standard bathroom with shower and tub, a living room area with large sitting area and an L shaped sofa and the bed is in a separate area, though not separated.
The King One BR Suite has the same kind of living room area, with the bedroom separated by sliding doors and the bathroom is larger, with a "soaking tub".
If you get a terrace suite of any kind with 2 Queens, the living area will be smaller.
And unless your room type is described as "fountain view", you aren't guaranteed it, though Platinum status will get you upgraded on check in if they have one available.
If you book any of these room types and want to aim higher, I would try a giving the receptionist a 50$ "sandwich", and ask if any wraparounds upgrades would be available. If they say yes, there is a good chance that it will be a wraparound facing south-east or south-west, which for me would be a no go. Taste in view is personal of course, but for me the fountain-Eiffel tower view are so much nicer than the south facing views. Also when you would have the choice between a low level wraparound or high level terrace suite, I would still take the high level terrace suite, because a number of floors on the east tower are blocked by the big Bellagio sign. (see youtube vids).
If you really want a high level wraparound then you probably would have to pay, which can sometimes be not that much. If I'm not mistaken I think they offered me a wraparound at 150$ per night more, but we originally booked a 1 bedroom terrace room without view.
Last tip : If you would get the choice of wraparound I would definitely take a high floor east tower one, facing north-east. That would give you bellagio fountain + eiffel tower view, but also a good portion of the south strip.
Official List of Cosmopolitan Bonvoy Elite Benefits: https://www.cosmopolitanlasvegas.com/marriott-bonvoy-at-the-cosmopolitan-of-las-vegas
The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, the only charges that qualify for Points are as follows:
- Room rate, room service food and beverage, in-room movies, phone calls and in-room minibar purchases
- Points cannot be earned on any other purchases at hotel outlets or for hotel services
The Cosmopolitan is a "resort," so basically the only elite benny is a possible upgrade. Elites are not exempt from the resort fee
Resort fee is $39+tax effective 01/01/2019. Also as of that date, parking (self & valet) is complimentary for hotel guests.
Cosmopolitan is exempt from providing free wifi to Plats per Marriott's T&Cs, however it is included with the mandatory $39 daily resort fee so there is still no extra charge to any guest for using it.
Platinums receive:
* use of Platinum check-in area (to the left of main desks)
* Platinum arrival gift is $10FB coupon or 1,000 points
* room upgrade (space available) - better luck on mid-week stays than weekend stays. sometimes a 'sandwich' (ie, bribe) to front desk does the trick.
* free tea/coffee 6am - noon in the plat lobby check-in area
* Wicked Spoon: Marriott Rewards Platinums (and PPs) get to use preferred line and get 15% discount when staying at the property. Just show your MR Plat or PP card.
You can book through Virtuoso as well as Amex FHR for complimentary breakfast buffet at Wicked spoon.
Resort fee:
* $39 (+ tax) per day for resort fee, which includes gym access, local + long distance calls, Wifi, pool access. The resort fee is not waived.
Receiving Bonvoy Points for a Stay:
Many have reported needing to follow up to have Marriott Bonvoy points manually posted post stay (they do not typically post automatically.) A tip is to email [email protected] shortly after a stay asking them to manually forward your folio to Marriott Bonvoy for processing.
Hat tip to billycwhatup for this:
* Identity points and MR points can not be earned on the same stay
Other tips
The Terrace Suites are the most common room type and are classified as studio and one bedroom, with options for King, 2 Queens with or without a fountain view. They are essentially the same size, however (10 sq ft difference), but the layouts differ.
The King Studio Suite has a standard bathroom with shower and tub, a living room area with large sitting area and an L shaped sofa and the bed is in a separate area, though not separated.
The King One BR Suite has the same kind of living room area, with the bedroom separated by sliding doors and the bathroom is larger, with a "soaking tub".
If you get a terrace suite of any kind with 2 Queens, the living area will be smaller.
And unless your room type is described as "fountain view", you aren't guaranteed it, though Platinum status will get you upgraded on check in if they have one available.
If you book any of these room types and want to aim higher, I would try a giving the receptionist a 50$ "sandwich", and ask if any wraparounds upgrades would be available. If they say yes, there is a good chance that it will be a wraparound facing south-east or south-west, which for me would be a no go. Taste in view is personal of course, but for me the fountain-Eiffel tower view are so much nicer than the south facing views. Also when you would have the choice between a low level wraparound or high level terrace suite, I would still take the high level terrace suite, because a number of floors on the east tower are blocked by the big Bellagio sign. (see youtube vids).
If you really want a high level wraparound then you probably would have to pay, which can sometimes be not that much. If I'm not mistaken I think they offered me a wraparound at 150$ per night more, but we originally booked a 1 bedroom terrace room without view.
Last tip : If you would get the choice of wraparound I would definitely take a high floor east tower one, facing north-east. That would give you bellagio fountain + eiffel tower view, but also a good portion of the south strip.
Las Vegas Cosmopolitan Hotel [Master Thread]
Dec 16, 2013, 5:01 pm
#1651
Join Date: Dec 2007
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Programs: AA Platinum, SPG Platinum, Marriott Platinum
Posts: 345
Stayed twice over Thanksgiving and really enjoyed the breakfast at WS. We got lucky and had Thanksgiving brunch, which happened to be $8 more than the $42 normal rate. Platinum desk comped the whole meal.
Dec 18, 2013, 7:06 pm
#1652
Join Date: Feb 2012
Programs: DL PM, UA Silver, Nexus, Global Entry, Marriott Platinum, Hilton Gold, Hertz 5 Star
Posts: 102
Success with platinum upgrades at cosmopolitan....how did you ask?
Family and I are going to Vegas and staying at Cosmo using points. For those that have been upgraded at cosmo, did you ask for the upgrade or did you automatically receive? If you asked, what did you say?
I obviously want the upgrade.but don't want to be a complete DYKWIA. At other Vegas hotels, I have used the $20 sandwich with great success.
I obviously want the upgrade.but don't want to be a complete DYKWIA. At other Vegas hotels, I have used the $20 sandwich with great success.
Dec 18, 2013, 7:12 pm
#1653
Suspended
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Thailand
Programs: Marriott - P; HH - G; Hyatt - P; Avis - LT First
Posts: 5,023
try reading -
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/marri...tan-hotel.html
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/marri...tan-hotel.html
Family and I are going to Vegas and staying at Cosmo using points. For those that have been upgraded at cosmo, did you ask for the upgrade or did you automatically receive? If you asked, what did you say?
I obviously want the upgrade.but don't want to be a complete DYKWIA. At other Vegas hotels, I have used the $20 sandwich with great success.
I obviously want the upgrade.but don't want to be a complete DYKWIA. At other Vegas hotels, I have used the $20 sandwich with great success.
Dec 18, 2013, 7:20 pm
#1654
Join Date: Feb 2012
Programs: DL PM, UA Silver, Nexus, Global Entry, Marriott Platinum, Hilton Gold, Hertz 5 Star
Posts: 102
Not helpful
try reading -
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/marri...tan-hotel.html
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/marri...tan-hotel.html
Dec 18, 2013, 7:22 pm
#1655
Suspended
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Thailand
Programs: Marriott - P; HH - G; Hyatt - P; Avis - LT First
Posts: 5,023
Dec 18, 2013, 7:24 pm
#1656
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: LAS - I'm All In!
Programs: UA 1K 1MM, Marriott PP
Posts: 3,639
Family and I are going to Vegas and staying at Cosmo using points. For those that have been upgraded at cosmo, did you ask for the upgrade or did you automatically receive? If you asked, what did you say?
I obviously want the upgrade.but don't want to be a complete DYKWIA. At other Vegas hotels, I have used the $20 sandwich with great success.
I obviously want the upgrade.but don't want to be a complete DYKWIA. At other Vegas hotels, I have used the $20 sandwich with great success.
Dec 19, 2013, 9:15 am
#1657
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Join Date: Aug 2002
Programs: UALifetimePremierGold, Marriott LifetimeTitanium
Posts: 71,114
Maybe someone can create a wiki for the thread that answers the most asked questions. That might help eliminate someone having to sift through such a long thread, as it will appear at the top.
Cheers.
Cheers.
Dec 19, 2013, 11:58 am
#1658
Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Formerly of SacTown, Cali
Posts: 1,243
The Cosmopolitan is a "resort", so basically only elite bennies are possible upgrade & free internet.
Platinums receive (hat tip to nachodeluxe)
* use of Platinum check-in area (to the right of main desks)
* 2 free buffets at Wicked Spoon (you can use VIP entry line) or 500 bonus points
(note starting - Jan 2014, buffet option no longer offered); it will be $10FB coupon or 500 points
* room upgrade (space available) - good luck with this one (sometimes like pulling teeth)
* free coffee/cereal bars in the AM in the plat lobby check-in area (used to be in a 16th floor lounge, but this has closed)
* you get to pay $25 (+ tax) per day for resort fee, which includes gym access, local + long distance calls, Wifi, pool access. recent reports are the resort fee is not waived.
To me the continuing decline of benefits makes the Cosmo just an overpriced strip hotel. There are many better options. The free brunch was nice... especially when it was daily. No free brunch now... and just a granola bar... please! I'll stay elsewhere! In fact, going in April and have now decided to stay elsewhere.
Platinums receive (hat tip to nachodeluxe)
* use of Platinum check-in area (to the right of main desks)
* 2 free buffets at Wicked Spoon (you can use VIP entry line) or 500 bonus points
(note starting - Jan 2014, buffet option no longer offered); it will be $10FB coupon or 500 points
* room upgrade (space available) - good luck with this one (sometimes like pulling teeth)
* free coffee/cereal bars in the AM in the plat lobby check-in area (used to be in a 16th floor lounge, but this has closed)
* you get to pay $25 (+ tax) per day for resort fee, which includes gym access, local + long distance calls, Wifi, pool access. recent reports are the resort fee is not waived.
To me the continuing decline of benefits makes the Cosmo just an overpriced strip hotel. There are many better options. The free brunch was nice... especially when it was daily. No free brunch now... and just a granola bar... please! I'll stay elsewhere! In fact, going in April and have now decided to stay elsewhere.
Dec 21, 2013, 5:59 pm
#1659
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Tulsa, OK
Programs: AA EXP, UA Silver, SPG Plat, Marriott Plat
Posts: 1,264
The Cosmopolitan is a "resort", so basically only elite bennies are possible upgrade & free internet
in Vegas, like other places, cash is king (but your $20 bribe likely won't work any longer so try $100)........
Family and I are going to Vegas and staying at Cosmo using points. For those that have been upgraded at cosmo, did you ask for the upgrade or did you automatically receive?
Dec 21, 2013, 8:38 pm
#1661
Join Date: Oct 2003
Location: Phoenix, AZ USA
Programs: AA Life Gold, Marriott Platinum Elite
Posts: 472
It's never a guarantee because the inventory has to be available, among other factors. However, I am 2 for 2 getting an upgrade ($20) from a city room to a 1BD Terrace - a double upgrade. The second time was for 5 nights and included a perfect view of a poolside concert from the balcony.
Dec 23, 2013, 5:32 pm
#1662
Join Date: Nov 2013
Posts: 7
I am scheduled to stay at the Cosmo for the first time this Thursday (Just 3 days away!) for a 3-night stay. I checked today and it looks like they already have me upgraded from a "City Room" to a "1 Bedroom Terrace Suite". I was planning on doing the $20 trick but now I'm not sure if it will be worth it. According to their website, the "wraparound suite" is sold out for my dates.
Dec 23, 2013, 10:12 pm
#1663
Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: YYC; YYZ
Programs: SPG Gold, Marriott Platinum, Hyatt Diamond, UA Silver
Posts: 231
I am quite disappointed with what I have read today, if what I read is true As a platinum I would prefer to stay at the Cosmo (3 times last year) given the benefit of the 2 wicked spoon buffet brunches. I noticed this is no longer being offered for 2014 onwards???
Can someone please point me to where the Cosmo/Marriott has outlined this will change??
Perhaps it is time to start flexing the Hyatt Diamond/MGM partnership instead....
Can someone please point me to where the Cosmo/Marriott has outlined this will change??
Perhaps it is time to start flexing the Hyatt Diamond/MGM partnership instead....
Dec 23, 2013, 10:25 pm
#1664
Join Date: Oct 2003
Location: Phoenix, AZ USA
Programs: AA Life Gold, Marriott Platinum Elite
Posts: 472
I am scheduled to stay at the Cosmo for the first time this Thursday (Just 3 days away!) for a 3-night stay. I checked today and it looks like they already have me upgraded from a "City Room" to a "1 Bedroom Terrace Suite". I was planning on doing the $20 trick but now I'm not sure if it will be worth it. According to their website, the "wraparound suite" is sold out for my dates.
Dec 23, 2013, 11:54 pm
#1665
Join Date: Nov 2013
Posts: 7
Very true. It worked wonders for me at Planet Hollywood last year with no status so I was planning on doing it all along. I shouldn't let the early upgrade stop me.