FAQ for Marriott Rewards
Jun 13, 2003, 1:37 pm
#1
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Join Date: Feb 2002
Posts: 209
FAQ for Marriott Rewards
I tried searching for answers on this forum to whether one can get a comp to an elite level in the Rewards program if one is a UA 1k, but I couldn't find anything.
Am currently negotiating for a 100 nite/year stay at a particular Residence Inn. Any advice as to what to expect in terms of rates?
Any advice or links to more info would be greatly appreciated
Am currently negotiating for a 100 nite/year stay at a particular Residence Inn. Any advice as to what to expect in terms of rates?
Any advice or links to more info would be greatly appreciated
Jun 13, 2003, 2:14 pm
#2
Join Date: Jul 1999
Location: Land of 10,000 Upgrades
Posts: 9,465
There are numerous existing threads on Marriott's comp policies.
A Marriott comp is not a benefit that goes along with 1K status.
A Marriott comp is not a benefit that goes along with 1K status.
Jun 14, 2003, 3:26 am
#3
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Join Date: Feb 2002
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<font face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Originally posted by UpgradeMe:
There are numerous existing threads on Marriott's comp policies.
A Marriott comp is not a benefit that goes along with 1K status. </font>
There are numerous existing threads on Marriott's comp policies.
A Marriott comp is not a benefit that goes along with 1K status. </font>
Jun 14, 2003, 9:26 am
#4
Join Date: May 1998
Posts: 6,790
In my experience you should remember that the frequent stayer program is not the only way to get the benefits you're looking for.
If indeed you're going to be staying for an extended period at a specific property, or are going to be returning to that property frequently (e.g., 4 or 5 nights a month for a year), talk to the manager (sales or general) at the particular property.
He may be able to arrange for you to get the room upgrade, or free breakfast, or whatever benefit you're looking for.
That's not to say forget the loyalty program -- try that as well -- but remember that the loyalty program is designed to encourage use of the chain; the sales/general manager is more interested in encouraging use of his property.
If indeed you're going to be staying for an extended period at a specific property, or are going to be returning to that property frequently (e.g., 4 or 5 nights a month for a year), talk to the manager (sales or general) at the particular property.
He may be able to arrange for you to get the room upgrade, or free breakfast, or whatever benefit you're looking for.
That's not to say forget the loyalty program -- try that as well -- but remember that the loyalty program is designed to encourage use of the chain; the sales/general manager is more interested in encouraging use of his property.