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This thread refers to the various Marriott brands within a specific geographic area. Marriott Bonvoy hotels in XX usually have posts asking which property is better, etc. Trip reports are usually better suited in the property specific threads.
Marriott Bonvoy hotels in Cancun [Merged threads]
#961
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You might want to check out the specific hotel thread: https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/marr...er-thread.html
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All Marriott properties in Cancun are resorts. So no complimentary breakfast because of elite status. You do get a choice at check-in of an arrival welcome gift, one of which is daily breakfast. Whether or not these properties actually provide a breakfast is another question. There certainly are people on here who believe a continental breakfast isn't compliant.
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All Marriott properties in Cancun are resorts. So no complimentary breakfast because of elite status. You do get a choice at check-in of an arrival welcome gift, one of which is daily breakfast. Whether or not these properties actually provide a breakfast is another question. There certainly are people on here who believe a continental breakfast isn't compliant.
We received a continental breakfast for two, for each day of our stay, with the option to upgrade to the buffet.
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Thank you, Jerry and ITravelaLot
All Marriott properties in Cancun are resorts. So no complimentary breakfast because of elite status. You do get a choice at check-in of an arrival welcome gift, one of which is daily breakfast. Whether or not these properties actually provide a breakfast is another question. There certainly are people on here who believe a continental breakfast isn't compliant.
#968
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Ritz Cancun reward stay - cant pay to upgrade to club lounge?
I was hoping to book Ritz Cancun for 5 nights next March and pay to use the club lounge. I just received the email from Ritz reservation and was told they do NOT sell club lounge access so I cant pay a fee to upgrade to club room if I book on rewards.
Does this sound right at all? Am I missing something here? (I emailed TWICE to confirm and the same person replied with same answers.)
thanks
Does this sound right at all? Am I missing something here? (I emailed TWICE to confirm and the same person replied with same answers.)
thanks
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I've not stayed at the Cancun RC, but the Cayman RC offered a 'per night' cash upgrade to their club level if I wanted it (this was a few years ago and well before the "Bonvoy" program merge though.)
My guess is it is up to the hotel to decide what they will or will not allow. You might try to see if you can contact the GM directly to see if this is just that one person's decision or the hotel's decision.) Another option is to wait and try to upgrade when you check-in.
My guess is it is up to the hotel to decide what they will or will not allow. You might try to see if you can contact the GM directly to see if this is just that one person's decision or the hotel's decision.) Another option is to wait and try to upgrade when you check-in.
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I've not stayed at the Cancun RC, but the Cayman RC offered a 'per night' cash upgrade to their club level if I wanted it (this was a few years ago and well before the "Bonvoy" program merge though.)
My guess is it is up to the hotel to decide what they will or will not allow. You might try to see if you can contact the GM directly to see if this is just that one person's decision or the hotel's decision.) Another option is to wait and try to upgrade when you check-in.
My guess is it is up to the hotel to decide what they will or will not allow. You might try to see if you can contact the GM directly to see if this is just that one person's decision or the hotel's decision.) Another option is to wait and try to upgrade when you check-in.
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Earlier this year, we visited Cancun and decided to stay at the JW instead of the RC. Both were 50K points per night, but the RC charges almost $50/night extra with a resort fee (which the JW doesn't have at all.) The Club 91 lounge at the JW is an upgraded lounge much more in line with an RC lounge (i.e. free alcohol, 5+ food presentations throughout the day, etc.) So it might be a decent alternative for you (and they do offer Club 91 rooms for awards and on awards with cash upgrades.)
I almost pulled the plug on a 2nd trip for the 1st week of June. The JW has a $239/night rate for their Premium view, Club 91 rooms that comes with $100/night resort credit. Unfortunately, my wife couldn't fit it into her schedule. So we had to pass on it.
I almost pulled the plug on a 2nd trip for the 1st week of June. The JW has a $239/night rate for their Premium view, Club 91 rooms that comes with $100/night resort credit. Unfortunately, my wife couldn't fit it into her schedule. So we had to pass on it.
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#972
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Earlier this year, we visited Cancun and decided to stay at the JW instead of the RC. Both were 50K points per night, but the RC charges almost $50/night extra with a resort fee (which the JW doesn't have at all.) The Club 91 lounge at the JW is an upgraded lounge much more in line with an RC lounge (i.e. free alcohol, 5+ food presentations throughout the day, etc.) So it might be a decent alternative for you (and they do offer Club 91 rooms for awards and on awards with cash upgrades.)
I almost pulled the plug on a 2nd trip for the 1st week of June. The JW has a $239/night rate for their Premium view, Club 91 rooms that comes with $100/night resort credit. Unfortunately, my wife couldn't fit it into her schedule. So we had to pass on it.
I almost pulled the plug on a 2nd trip for the 1st week of June. The JW has a $239/night rate for their Premium view, Club 91 rooms that comes with $100/night resort credit. Unfortunately, my wife couldn't fit it into her schedule. So we had to pass on it.
Thanks! Now I just need to read more reviews on the food offerings at both lounge and if it isnt too much of a difference, it will be JW Marriott!
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BTW, if your dates are flexible, the JW still has those rates, just checked June 2nd-7th (5 nights). And they are still showing that $239/night rate with the $100/night resort credit.
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Request for advice
Hello FTers,
I'm looking for input for a stay in Cancun in July. I am taking my wife for a surprise weekend for her birthday. I'd like to "wow" her with a great room, perhaps an upgrade. She saw the JW Marriott online a while back and thought it looked nice. I have 3-35k award night certificates, and 5 suite night awards available to attempt to book a suite. I am an Ambassador Elite. Potentials seem to be the JW Marriott, Club 91 at JW, Westin Lagunamar or The Ritz Carlton, just paying cash, or using the 35k award nights for Marriott Cancun or the Westin Resort and Spa. Is Club 91 worth it? She likes nice rooms and a nice beach. I know all of those do not have suites available, such as Lagunamar. I really appreciate any insight from those who have weighed this decision and what you have chosen.
Nathan
I'm looking for input for a stay in Cancun in July. I am taking my wife for a surprise weekend for her birthday. I'd like to "wow" her with a great room, perhaps an upgrade. She saw the JW Marriott online a while back and thought it looked nice. I have 3-35k award night certificates, and 5 suite night awards available to attempt to book a suite. I am an Ambassador Elite. Potentials seem to be the JW Marriott, Club 91 at JW, Westin Lagunamar or The Ritz Carlton, just paying cash, or using the 35k award nights for Marriott Cancun or the Westin Resort and Spa. Is Club 91 worth it? She likes nice rooms and a nice beach. I know all of those do not have suites available, such as Lagunamar. I really appreciate any insight from those who have weighed this decision and what you have chosen.
Nathan
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You might want to try asking your Ambassador for advice. Explain to him/her the things that your wife would appreciate and ask for suggestions. The Ambassador might be able to see, for example, the number of standard suites that are currently available at different properties for your dates (don't expect to be told this information) and be able to say when/where SNA upgrades look more likely at the current time, of course with no guarantees.