Dec 19, 2013, 9:27 am
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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]
Jul 24, 2012, 6:38 pm
#841
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Really? The ONLY cavaet/disclaimer this prop posts is that :
"Note: Marriott Rewards points or miles will not be credited for a stay where the hotel guest's name and the Marriott Rewards member's name do not match"
and hotels that are among the Auto Collection are part of the URG
https://www.marriott.com/rewards/mem...s/guarantee.mi
unlike a few RCs that state, non-participating in MR Program.......
so I don't follow your statement (except that it is considered as a resort so exempt from certain benees)
"Note: Marriott Rewards points or miles will not be credited for a stay where the hotel guest's name and the Marriott Rewards member's name do not match"
and hotels that are among the Auto Collection are part of the URG
https://www.marriott.com/rewards/mem...s/guarantee.mi
unlike a few RCs that state, non-participating in MR Program.......
so I don't follow your statement (except that it is considered as a resort so exempt from certain benees)
The Cosmo is NOT a resort. It is not a Marriott property either and it not Managed by Marriott. It only has a marketing arrangement with Marriott. While it is called an Autograph collection - it does not provide Autograph collection hotel benefits because it is privately managed and privately owned.
The property is a bankrupt condo, which is owned by a German bank, and a major investor put up $100M+ to finish the property and make it a hotel. The investor got affiliation with Marriott to improve success of the property - planning to attract the large base of MR members. Hence the condo construction is the reason for the apartment style rooms with kitchens, etc. The units had Washers/Dryers when we got the tour - not sure if they are still in the units.
The Cosmo has it own management team. They pay Marriott a fee for affiliation with Marriott for access to Marriott rewards members for earning and redeeming points - and that is it.
With all the complaints, the on site Marriott management set up the free breakfast for 2 at the buffet for Plats, room upgrades, and a minor gift (like cookies or chocolates) shortly after our visit 1.5 years ago - but no access to the CL for Cosmo top tier. The people behind the check in desk are not Marriott employees nor do they have any affiliation with Marriott. They have only been trained on MR points and giving upgraded rooms to MR top tier.
This is a nice property, and the only Marriott related property on the strip for points earning. But view it as such. I know of no other hotel in the Marriott chain where Marriott does not have any management of the property.
Last edited by cova; Jul 24, 2012 at 9:40 pm
Jul 24, 2012, 6:48 pm
#842
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Jul 24, 2012, 9:40 pm
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It then gives it a total of 2200 sqft I think. It was an AWESOME setup...3 bathrooms...2 bedrooms...2 balconies. It was our party suite for 8 guys...EPIC trip indeed. Some nights, people slept on the balcony, sofa, in that white lounging chair..everywhere lol
Jul 24, 2012, 10:04 pm
#846
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I've stayed twice in a wrap around with a view + you can connect the wrap around to a terrace 1 bedroom (this is the ONLY room that connects to the wraparound suite.
It then gives it a total of 2200 sqft I think. It was an AWESOME setup...3 bathrooms...2 bedrooms...2 balconies. It was our party suite for 8 guys...EPIC trip indeed. Some nights, people slept on the balcony, sofa, in that white lounging chair..everywhere lol
It then gives it a total of 2200 sqft I think. It was an AWESOME setup...3 bathrooms...2 bedrooms...2 balconies. It was our party suite for 8 guys...EPIC trip indeed. Some nights, people slept on the balcony, sofa, in that white lounging chair..everywhere lol
Jul 24, 2012, 10:07 pm
#847
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1 queen bed and it's multi-level...done! Go for it
Jul 24, 2012, 10:15 pm
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Marriott doesnt manage most of the properties within Marriott and its various brands.. Even the Marriott branded properties themselves in many cases are not owned or even managed by Marriott.
Jul 25, 2012, 1:46 pm
#850
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I was merely pointing out that if they read on they would see more about the access situation.
I never said it was great nor did I say it was poor but the bottom line is it's better than the no access policy they used to have.
You seem to be very upset by it though
I never said it was great nor did I say it was poor but the bottom line is it's better than the no access policy they used to have.
You seem to be very upset by it though
Jul 25, 2012, 3:49 pm
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The bed size doesn't matter...in Vegas you never spend much time in the room. Mainly to shower, pre-game, and pass out lol. Since ou are going for work,it sounds like you will be busy most of the day. The entertaining aspect of the lanai suite looks perfect though.
A step up from that would be the bungalow, but I imagine it's several thousand per night.
Jul 25, 2012, 4:14 pm
#853
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Never stayed in it, but it looks quite large. It walks out onto the bamboo pool which sounds cool. It doesnt have a high floor view like you mentioned, but once you see the view once, how often will you really be out on the balcony looking out?
The bed size doesn't matter...in Vegas you never spend much time in the room. Mainly to shower, pre-game, and pass out lol. Since ou are going for work,it sounds like you will be busy most of the day. The entertaining aspect of the lanai suite looks perfect though.
A step up from that would be the bungalow, but I imagine it's several thousand per night.
The bed size doesn't matter...in Vegas you never spend much time in the room. Mainly to shower, pre-game, and pass out lol. Since ou are going for work,it sounds like you will be busy most of the day. The entertaining aspect of the lanai suite looks perfect though.
A step up from that would be the bungalow, but I imagine it's several thousand per night.
Jul 25, 2012, 6:38 pm
#855
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