Hi Negma, welcome to Flyertalk.
As a Platinum you are entitled to the same benefits on a stay whether it is paid for with points or cash. So the odds should be the same, just don't be shy to ask if it is not offered at check-in.
As a Platinum you are entitled to the same benefits on a stay whether it is paid for with points or cash. So the odds should be the same, just don't be shy to ask if it is not offered at check-in.
I have always booked the 1st night as a paid stay, then used my reward points for the following nights. That way they don't just see it all as a points stay, although I am told that we still get our Platinum "gifts" and upgrades whether 1 night is paid or not. I'll be staying on points (thanks to the Platinum 50 percent off points deal) in 2 weeks and I'm really hoping I get upgraded to a suite. I always get suite upgrades at Mexican resorts, so we'll see if Puerto Vallarta's Westin is as nice as Cancun's Starwoods and of course, the lovely Los Cabos Westin!
Good Luck!
Good Luck!
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you should try a Search....Originally Posted by Negma
Today is the day to learn, what is "Platinum 50 percent off points deal" ?
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Good Luck!
Interesting, I was thinking about doing the same booking tactic. At some properties, there are limited options for rooms on points (i.e. LM Munich, The Royal Hawaiian) and have been told that there is no option for an upgrade on an award stay. However, they do allow platinum upgrades for paid stays and may not force a move if extending the stay with an award reservation.Originally Posted by thaliajen
I have always booked the 1st night as a paid stay, then used my reward points for the following nights. That way they don't just see it all as a points stay, although I am told that we still get our Platinum "gifts" and upgrades whether 1 night is paid or not. I'll be staying on points (thanks to the Platinum 50 percent off points deal) in 2 weeks and I'm really hoping I get upgraded to a suite. I always get suite upgrades at Mexican resorts, so we'll see if Puerto Vallarta's Westin is as nice as Cancun's Starwoods and of course, the lovely Los Cabos Westin!Good Luck!