May 18, 2018, 7:24 am
Last edit by: SkiAdcock
Hat tip to joeags for this information:
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AAA/CAA
Save on hotel rooms at 3,800+ Marriott brand hotels worldwide
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Be prepared to show proof of AAA membership
Dec 8, 2015, 8:00 am
#241
Join Date: Apr 2007
Location: Anywhere
Posts: 6,576
Question regarding AAA rate
I can see that the AAA rate is typically cheaper than BAR.
AAA is obviously for the US. I am living in Singapore. The equivalent AA is AAS of which I am a member. If I show my AAS card, will I qualify for the AAA rate too or is it strictly for US members?
AAA is obviously for the US. I am living in Singapore. The equivalent AA is AAS of which I am a member. If I show my AAS card, will I qualify for the AAA rate too or is it strictly for US members?
Dec 8, 2015, 9:34 am
#242
Join Date: Apr 2004
Location: TPA/AUS
Programs: AA EXP/2MM/AC; UA Silver; AS; DL; Marriott LTT; National Car Elite
Posts: 2,428
I have used the AAA rate at various times, and I've never had anyone ask to see my membership card.
I think you would probably be safe using it or producing your AAS card if they ask.
I think you would probably be safe using it or producing your AAS card if they ask.
Dec 8, 2015, 10:16 am
#243
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Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: South Florida
Programs: AA LTG (EXP), Hilton Silver (Dia), Marriott LTP (PP), SPG LTG (P) > MPG LTPP
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Generally, AAA rates are good for all automobile associations. As stated above, I'm almost never asked for my card and I would bet if you showed your card, they'd not know the difference. Another route to check would be if your club has a travel website see if the property shows up there. But I'm sure you'd be fine.
Dec 8, 2015, 3:48 pm
#246
Join Date: Sep 2012
Posts: 625
I think this will answer everybody's question:
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More About Special Rates
AAA/CAA
Save on hotel rooms at 3,800+ Marriott brand hotels worldwide
Earn Marriott Rewards points in addition to discount
ID required at check-in (American, Canadian Automobile Association or any non-USA Automobile Club Affiliate)
Subject to availability at individual hotels
AAA/CAA
Save on hotel rooms at 3,800+ Marriott brand hotels worldwide
Earn Marriott Rewards points in addition to discount
ID required at check-in (American, Canadian Automobile Association or any non-USA Automobile Club Affiliate)
Subject to availability at individual hotels
Dec 11, 2015, 5:06 am
#250
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: NYC
Programs: Amtrak Select Plus, Marriott Platinum, Marriott Lifetime Gold, Hilton Diamond
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I have been asked once and am on the AAA rate virtually every stay. I thanked them, because I think eligibilty for the rate should be validated.
I have been asked once and am on the AAA rate virtually every stay. I thanked them, because I think eligibilty for the rate should be validated.
Dec 12, 2015, 1:14 pm
#251
Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: Mostly living in the basement
Programs: Newly minted free agent; MR LT(!)TE, HH SE, BA SECM, DL MM, UA PS, 2V Fanboi, CBP GE
Posts: 5,108
I was asked at the Vienna Marriott a couple of years ago, and occasionally at other properties, most recently the NY Marquis a few weeks ago. Maybe < 5%.
May 25, 2016, 3:27 am
#252
Join Date: May 2004
Location: PWM
Programs: Marriott Platinum Hyatt Diamond Hilton Gold SPG Gold National Executive Avis Preferred Hertz Gold
Posts: 633
Be prepared to show proof of AAA membership
This is a first. I received an e-mail this morning thanking me for choosing this property for my upcoming stay at the Orlando World Center. They noticed that I booked the AAA discounted rate and because they want to protect the integrity of this rate the AAA travel manager has asked the resort to verify eligibility for this rate and I am to be prepared to show proof at check-in. If not presented I will be charged the best available rate at time of check-in. Since I never book anything that I'm not eligible for this won't be a problem. Just seems odd to get an e-mail ahead of stay. I've stayed with many different chains and this is a first. Has anyone else had this experience?
May 25, 2016, 3:56 am
#253
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Join Date: Mar 2003
Location: Ka ʻĀpala Nui, Nuioka
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There's a few older threads on being asked to produce an AAA card (in 20+ years of staying at MR properties, I think I've been asked once or twice). Like you, I don't have a problem with the policy and kudos to the property for the proactive notice. I'd be pretty annoyed if the check-in line was held up by people who either forgot to bring their card or who had the gut to try and bluff their way out of producing it.
I know Hilton requires me to enter in my AAA into the reservation before I can book the rate; I always wondered why Marriott didn't do the same.
I know Hilton requires me to enter in my AAA into the reservation before I can book the rate; I always wondered why Marriott didn't do the same.
May 25, 2016, 6:49 am
#255
Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: JFK LGA PBI BOI
Posts: 910
(This rate plan requires a valid AAA/CAA ID number to complete the reservation, and must be presented at check-in.)