Oct 21, 2016, 6:50 pm
Last edit by: philemer
There is a complementary thread about the new R-C card on the Chase UR Forum here: Ritz-Carloton Visa Infinite
Ritz-Carlton credit card from Chase
Feb 3, 2013, 12:50 pm
#361
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: EDKA, STR, ZRH
Programs: LH SEN, A3*G, IHG plat, DB Comfort, SPG gold
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Thanks, that's quite helpful (and your statement is quite what I also thought when browsing the alternatives).
Well, in the past, I have usually booked Starwood or IHG (being base with SPG and plat with IHG) but currently, I'm looking for a new hotel loyalty scheme (had some bad experience especially with IHG) and I haven't decided yet. Marriott could be an option (so I'll probably sign up with them) but I still need to check their locations etc. for suitability regarding my needs.
If Marriott turns out to be unsuitable, I'll go for the miles instead.
Well, in the past, I have usually booked Starwood or IHG (being base with SPG and plat with IHG) but currently, I'm looking for a new hotel loyalty scheme (had some bad experience especially with IHG) and I haven't decided yet. Marriott could be an option (so I'll probably sign up with them) but I still need to check their locations etc. for suitability regarding my needs.
If Marriott turns out to be unsuitable, I'll go for the miles instead.
Feb 3, 2013, 9:30 pm
#363
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Join Date: Jan 2003
Posts: 8,720
Thanks, that's quite helpful (and your statement is quite what I also thought when browsing the alternatives).
Well, in the past, I have usually booked Starwood or IHG (being base with SPG and plat with IHG) but currently, I'm looking for a new hotel loyalty scheme (had some bad experience especially with IHG) and I haven't decided yet. Marriott could be an option (so I'll probably sign up with them) but I still need to check their locations etc. for suitability regarding my needs.
If Marriott turns out to be unsuitable, I'll go for the miles instead.
Well, in the past, I have usually booked Starwood or IHG (being base with SPG and plat with IHG) but currently, I'm looking for a new hotel loyalty scheme (had some bad experience especially with IHG) and I haven't decided yet. Marriott could be an option (so I'll probably sign up with them) but I still need to check their locations etc. for suitability regarding my needs.
If Marriott turns out to be unsuitable, I'll go for the miles instead.
Bruce,
Check out the challenge threads in this forum for a taste of elite status at Marriott which you can keep should you fulfill the challenge. And, yes, Ritz Carltons do count towards the challenge.
Feb 9, 2013, 6:17 pm
#364
Join Date: Nov 2011
Posts: 7
My wife and I visited the Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong two summers ago (shortly after it opened). We have the Ritz rewards membership. What I remember most is the view from our room; breathtaking. And, I still remember the room number; 107-26 (floor 107 and room 26). One of my favorite Ritz properties!
Feb 17, 2013, 8:23 am
#365
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: D/FW
Programs: DL MM/Silver; UA 1K ; Hilton Gold; Marriott Titanium; Avis Pref+,Hertz PC
Posts: 585
Planning to spend my rewards points at the Berlin RC for the first time. As a Gold member, I wonder if an reward booking can get us an upgraded room/club level access.
Feb 17, 2013, 10:07 am
#366
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: San Francisco Bay Area
Posts: 5,825
Can't hurt to ask though.
Book quickly - Most Ritz are going up a category (more points) in May... (Not sure if the one you mention is on the list...)
From Loyalty Traveler:
Ritz-Carlton Tier Changes May 16, 2013 mostly impact USA hotels
http://boardingarea.com/blogs/loyalt...ct-usa-hotels/
Feb 17, 2013, 12:05 pm
#367
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Probably not, but what I can tell you is that the Marriott is just around the corner from the R/C, that they share joint management and that the Marriott has one of the best Concierge Lounges around -- do a search.
So, as a Gold or higher, I strongly suggest that you change your reservations to the Marriott.
Oh, by the way, the Marriott is completing a top to bottom renovation later this month so it essentially will have the latest conveneniences and modern design.
Feb 17, 2013, 12:09 pm
#368
Join Date: Nov 2011
Programs: Marriott Ambassador, Qantas Platinum 1, IHG Diamond, United 1K, Avis President
Posts: 347
I am waiting to app for mine around July when Ritz runs their 30k promotion. Hopefully I don't have any problems with the lounge upgrade like some of you have had.
Feb 17, 2013, 12:57 pm
#369
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Feb 17, 2013, 1:01 pm
#370
Join Date: Nov 2011
Programs: Marriott Ambassador, Qantas Platinum 1, IHG Diamond, United 1K, Avis President
Posts: 347
For the past few years Ritz has run a promotion that if you stayed 4 consecutive nights you would get 30k points. They generally announce it around June and it starts around July.
The only conditions are that you have to have had an existing RC account before the promotion starts, or you are a new member. This is why I plan on changing my account to RC around May in anticipation of the promo. 70k bonus points, plus 30k for 4 night stay, plus club lounge from the benefits of the card should make for a nice stay.
The only conditions are that you have to have had an existing RC account before the promotion starts, or you are a new member. This is why I plan on changing my account to RC around May in anticipation of the promo. 70k bonus points, plus 30k for 4 night stay, plus club lounge from the benefits of the card should make for a nice stay.
Feb 17, 2013, 4:54 pm
#371
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: D/FW
Programs: DL MM/Silver; UA 1K ; Hilton Gold; Marriott Titanium; Avis Pref+,Hertz PC
Posts: 585
Probably not, but what I can tell you is that the Marriott is just around the corner from the R/C, that they share joint management and that the Marriott has one of the best Concierge Lounges around -- do a search.
So, as a Gold or higher, I strongly suggest that you change your reservations to the Marriott.
Oh, by the way, the Marriott is completing a top to bottom renovation later this month so it essentially will have the latest conveneniences and modern design.
So, as a Gold or higher, I strongly suggest that you change your reservations to the Marriott.
Oh, by the way, the Marriott is completing a top to bottom renovation later this month so it essentially will have the latest conveneniences and modern design.
Feb 17, 2013, 8:49 pm
#373
Join Date: Jun 1999
Location: NYC/LA
Programs: DL Plat, AA Plat Pro, Marriott Titanium, IHG Diamond Amb
Posts: 7,484
Actually, I believe it is the same for both programs, which is no complimentary lounge access at RC properties and lounge access at JW, Marriott, Ren and AC
Feb 18, 2013, 12:00 am
#374
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Feb 18, 2013, 5:45 am
#375
Join Date: Sep 2009
Posts: 34
Istanbul Ritz over-booking
The Ritz also owes you $200 in ca$h for walking you in addition to paying the room at other hotel. I hope that got it as well.