Rate Less When Book Using One Guest vs Two
Aug 3, 2019 | 9:17 am
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Rate Less When Book Using One Guest vs Two
I was checking rates at the W Fort Lauderdale and accidentally input one guest instead of the needed two guests.
The rate for one guest was $50 cheaper for a two night stay!
Is there any reason I shouldn't just book the one person rate? We'll only need one key.
Thanks
The rate for one guest was $50 cheaper for a two night stay!
Is there any reason I shouldn't just book the one person rate? We'll only need one key.
Thanks
Aug 3, 2019 | 11:55 am
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Aug 3, 2019 | 12:04 pm
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Is it a package rate with inclusions?
Aug 3, 2019 | 12:51 pm
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Aug 3, 2019 | 1:25 pm
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One of the few advantages that Hiltons Honors program has over Marriott is that there is no extra charge for a 2nd person. I doubt if you will get hassled unless the 2nd person wants to get the breakfast benefit too or you want some other extra benefit like going to the spa (assuming they have a spa). Considering what some people try to get away with on FT, your situation is pretty minor.
Aug 3, 2019 | 1:36 pm
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Aug 3, 2019 | 2:05 pm
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I almost always book for 2 people even when Im traveling alone. Am I committing fraud too?
Aug 3, 2019 | 4:34 pm
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I think people are being overly dramatic here. In NA, Im not aware of hotels that charge more for 2 people than 1 person unless breakfast is included. (I know Japan and some European hotels charge a premium.)
I almost always book for 2 people even when Im traveling alone. Am I committing fraud too?
Aug 3, 2019 | 5:54 pm
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Aug 3, 2019 | 6:05 pm
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Well then, youre allowed.
(Ive received double welcome drinks, double cupcakes, double breakfast allowance. Hangs head in shame.)
Aug 3, 2019 | 6:11 pm
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fraud /frd/ : noun : wrongful or criminal deception intended to result in financial or personal gain.
Last edited by mahasamatman; Aug 3, 2019 at 6:18 pm Reason: Added dictionary definition
Aug 3, 2019 | 7:10 pm
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You've obviously already made up your mind to defraud the hotel, so why did you even bother to start this thread?
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Aug 3, 2019 | 7:21 pm
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The melodramatics above aside, its fine in North America. I just checked out of a hotel with an occupancy of 4, with only 2 on the reservation. Unless you upset the FDA, and theyre strict as can be, theres very little chance something is done.
Aug 3, 2019 | 7:36 pm
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Book as one. Check in as two. The onus is on the hotel to adjust your rate accordingly.