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]
Jan 18, 2018, 12:06 pm
#2491
Join Date: Oct 2003
Location: Phoenix, AZ USA
Programs: AA Life Gold, Marriott Platinum Elite
Posts: 472
There is a double ** next to benefit 'Guaranteed 4pm late checkout" which states that there is an exception for resort and convention hotel, but there is no asterisk next to "guaranteed Lounge access/breakfast."
There is a single * at the bottom which states "Elite benefits vary by brand."
I just thought there might have been a change. I'm guessing the benefit is to be read that there is guaranteed lounge access OR breakfast but not necessarily both.
There is a single * at the bottom which states "Elite benefits vary by brand."
I just thought there might have been a change. I'm guessing the benefit is to be read that there is guaranteed lounge access OR breakfast but not necessarily both.
Jan 18, 2018, 12:17 pm
#2492
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: MSP
Programs: Marriott LT Titanium, UA Silver (via Marriott)
Posts: 642
I miss the days of no resort fee, free parking, and 2 free buffets a day for plats at Cosmo. I really have no intention of staying there anymore when I visit Vegas because of all the added fees and removed benefits. I know a lot of properties have gone that route over the past few years, but Cosmo even still seems extreme based on those standards.
Jan 18, 2018, 12:18 pm
#2493
Moderator, Marriott Bonvoy & FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: McKinney, TX, USA
Programs: United Silver; AA Plat/2MM; Marriott LT Titanium; Hilton Gold
Posts: 11,727
As for the Gold/Plat elite benefit, you are entitled to a free continental breakfast. If the hotel has a lounge, they may or may not allow you to get your breakfast benefit in the restaurant as you will have access to the lounge. If there is no lounge or if the lounge is closed, then the hotel will normally offer the free continental breakfast in their restaurant. But as noted all that is void if you are staying at a resort hotel.
The "elite benefits vary by brand" statement means that the above doesn't apply to all 30 Marriott hotel brands. You have to look at the details for each brand to see if the above applies or not.
Jan 18, 2018, 12:19 pm
#2494
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Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: LGA/JFK/EWR
Programs: UA 1K1.75MM, Hyatt Globalist, abandoned Marriott LTT (RIP SPG), Hertz PC
Posts: 21,166
There is a double ** next to benefit 'Guaranteed 4pm late checkout" which states that there is an exception for resort and convention hotel, but there is no asterisk next to "guaranteed Lounge access/breakfast."
There is a single * at the bottom which states "Elite benefits vary by brand."
I just thought there might have been a change. I'm guessing the benefit is to be read that there is guaranteed lounge access OR breakfast but not necessarily both.
There is a single * at the bottom which states "Elite benefits vary by brand."
I just thought there might have been a change. I'm guessing the benefit is to be read that there is guaranteed lounge access OR breakfast but not necessarily both.
As noted, no lounge or breakfast benefit there...was either Starbucks or Eggslut for me, ha.
Jan 18, 2018, 5:29 pm
#2496
Join Date: Apr 2014
Posts: 1,772
I miss the days of no resort fee, free parking, and 2 free buffets a day for plats at Cosmo. I really have no intention of staying there anymore when I visit Vegas because of all the added fees and removed benefits. I know a lot of properties have gone that route over the past few years, but Cosmo even still seems extreme based on those standards.
if they want to add fee to the charge, they should just put the charge in the room rate.
Jan 18, 2018, 6:39 pm
#2497
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Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: LGA/JFK/EWR
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Posts: 21,166
it's bad and going to get worse and worse until the FTC gets a spine and regulates it...which won't be happening for another 3 years at the earliest
Jan 19, 2018, 6:28 am
#2498
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Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: DAY
Programs: UA 1K 1MM; Marriott LT Titanium; Amex MR; Chase UR; Hertz PC; Global Entry
Posts: 10,156
Jan 20, 2018, 1:39 pm
#2499
Join Date: Oct 2003
Location: Phoenix, AZ USA
Programs: AA Life Gold, Marriott Platinum Elite
Posts: 472
Eggslut is OK. I don't understand the hype but it is nice to have a fairly reasonable breakfast option other than cafe or buffet.
Jan 21, 2018, 6:12 pm
#2502
Join Date: Jul 2012
Posts: 204
I miss the days of no resort fee, free parking, and 2 free buffets a day for plats at Cosmo. I really have no intention of staying there anymore when I visit Vegas because of all the added fees and removed benefits. I know a lot of properties have gone that route over the past few years, but Cosmo even still seems extreme based on those standards.
Jan 21, 2018, 6:37 pm
#2503
Moderator, Marriott Bonvoy & FlyerTalk Evangelist
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: McKinney, TX, USA
Programs: United Silver; AA Plat/2MM; Marriott LT Titanium; Hilton Gold
Posts: 11,727
Actually, In most Marriott's you can use points through instant redemptions: Instant Redemption
But I do believe instant redemptons aren't honored at the Cosmo. So in this case, your answer is correct.
But I do believe instant redemptons aren't honored at the Cosmo. So in this case, your answer is correct.
Jan 22, 2018, 9:35 pm
#2504
Join Date: Jul 2012
Posts: 204
Actually, In most Marriott's you can use points through instant redemptions: Instant Redemption
But I do believe instant redemptons aren't honored at the Cosmo. So in this case, your answer is correct.
But I do believe instant redemptons aren't honored at the Cosmo. So in this case, your answer is correct.
The conversion is 2.5 Marriott = 1.0 Identity points, with 100 Identity points is worth 1 dollar at the resort.
So if you convert 25000 MR points to Identity points you'd get 10000 Identity points which are worth $100, which isn't the best redemption rate, but it's there if you need it.
To use at the restaurants at Cosmo you'd need to charge the bill to your room, and then at checkout let them know you want to use your Identity credit towards your bill (they won't apply it automatically).
Hope this helps someone.
More details at:
https://www.cosmopolitanlasvegas.com/terms-conditions (Scroll down to Identity Terms & Conditions > Earn > Marriott Rewards > Points that Travel).
Feb 21, 2018, 4:23 pm
#2505
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: USA
Posts: 1,685
Expensive Sandwiches
There's probably 100+ YouTube videos suggesting a "$20 Sandwich Trick," with this property.
I see in the thread Wiki the suggested amount is $50.
Wondering with such overwhelming response on social media, are people still successful with this method of upgrade? Seems to me if it were so well known that management would put the kibosh to it in order to encourage higher upsell rates.
I see in the thread Wiki the suggested amount is $50.
Wondering with such overwhelming response on social media, are people still successful with this method of upgrade? Seems to me if it were so well known that management would put the kibosh to it in order to encourage higher upsell rates.
