7 nights in DC-first visit
Nov 6, 2008 | 2:13 pm
#31
Join Date: Oct 2008
Programs: AA-Gold, UA-Gold, HH-Diamond, MR-Plat, SPG-Plat
Posts: 42
Renaissance Washington is definitely a very very nice hotel that is in the mix of everything downtown.
Nov 6, 2008 | 2:16 pm
#32
Join Date: May 2006
Programs: Marriott Titanium, Hilton Diamond, DeltaMM
Posts: 518
It was my prior experience that plats received breakfast at the Mayflower in the past as well. I can tell you that when I called about my fall trips, I was told that was no longer the case.
Of course, I was told that at the JW as well, and all I had to do was ask nicely and I received coupons for breakfast, so YMMV. I do know that the "official" line I received was that it was no longer an automatic platinum perk at the Mayflower or any of the DC hotels where I had previously received coupons.
Of course, I was told that at the JW as well, and all I had to do was ask nicely and I received coupons for breakfast, so YMMV. I do know that the "official" line I received was that it was no longer an automatic platinum perk at the Mayflower or any of the DC hotels where I had previously received coupons.
Nov 7, 2008 | 9:06 pm
#33
Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: Redondo Beach, CA USA
Programs: UA 1KMM, Bonvoy LTE, HH D, Hertz Plat, Avis PC
Posts: 4,042
My vote would be for the Renaissance DC (Not the M Street) for the best mix of a nice facility, great service, and an outstanding location. My second choice would be the Metro Center Marriott, and my third choice would be the JW.
FWIW, I've spent a LOT of nights in DC at almost all of the FS properties. And I've been a tourist, a business traveler, and a local on weekend getaways. The places I listed consistently offerered the best overall product for the money.
FWIW, I've spent a LOT of nights in DC at almost all of the FS properties. And I've been a tourist, a business traveler, and a local on weekend getaways. The places I listed consistently offerered the best overall product for the money.
Nov 7, 2008 | 10:11 pm
#34
Join Date: Apr 2005
Location: Mid-Atlantic
Programs: AA Plat, UA Silver, DL Silver, Marriott Titanium, etc.
Posts: 4,214
It was my prior experience that plats received breakfast at the Mayflower in the past as well. I can tell you that when I called about my fall trips, I was told that was no longer the case.
Of course, I was told that at the JW as well, and all I had to do was ask nicely and I received coupons for breakfast, so YMMV. I do know that the "official" line I received was that it was no longer an automatic platinum perk at the Mayflower or any of the DC hotels where I had previously received coupons.
Of course, I was told that at the JW as well, and all I had to do was ask nicely and I received coupons for breakfast, so YMMV. I do know that the "official" line I received was that it was no longer an automatic platinum perk at the Mayflower or any of the DC hotels where I had previously received coupons.
I have to pay extra for at FS properties for things that are free at courtyards and such, and I really look forward to the free breakfast at FS properties. I'll generally go to a competing property that offers breakfast if necessary.
Nov 8, 2008 | 7:30 pm
#35
Join Date: May 2006
Programs: Marriott Titanium, Hilton Diamond, DeltaMM
Posts: 518
It's certainly possible that I got people who didn't know what they were talking about, but I called twice and got the same answer each time. I ended up choosing the JW for my trips so I have no first hand info on how they are really handling it.
It may be that there's an "unofficial" way for employees who are asked about bfast certs to give them out at the Mayflower. As I mentioned above, the "official" line at the JW was no certs, but I'm three for three on getting them there since September simply by inquiring - very very nicely
. YMMV
It may be that there's an "unofficial" way for employees who are asked about bfast certs to give them out at the Mayflower. As I mentioned above, the "official" line at the JW was no certs, but I'm three for three on getting them there since September simply by inquiring - very very nicely
. YMMV
Nov 9, 2008 | 7:52 pm
#36
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Miami, FL
Programs: AA GLD, MR GLD, SPG GLD
Posts: 58
I just completed a 3 night stay at the M and the experience was fantastic. I followed some suggestions as posted by others to request for a room upgrade - if available. To my surprise, they moved us to a corner "larger king room". I am just silver elite. I was very pleased w/ the service because the only room available was a queen or double for the rate booked. Also, when arriving to the hotel, my folio was already checked in and the person just handed me a pair of keys. Really great service and would return again.
The M bar has some great happy hours and drink specials. Illy coffee shop is also great for espressos and cappuccinos.
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The M bar has some great happy hours and drink specials. Illy coffee shop is also great for espressos and cappuccinos.
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