Upgrades at hotels
 

I'm just getting into the FF game, thus having to stay at hotels.

I read an article about people in Vegas tipping a 20 to the check in clerk at the hotel, and getting upgrades. Does this work outside Vegas, in Manhattan?

Are there any tips for receiving upgrades for hotels here?

Umm, become a top-tier member in their affinity program??? :rolleyes:

Yes, but as you're building your way to that...

We've had a number of threads on tipping to get upgrades. Here's one which discusses the topic and refers to how to find other threads about it (see posts 7-8, etc). If you want to discuss that aspect, please feel free to join one of those threads.

As far as how to get status faster, some chains may offer a "fast-track" to elite promotion. Also, if you have multiple stays planned at one or a few properties, get to know the front office or rooms manager and let the manager know that you'll be a frequent guest.

Thank you very much Ocn Vw 1k!

the $20 trick definitely works - at least it worked for me at the Excalibur.

hahaha

but i doubt it works in manhattan though...i guess you just have to be a member of the chain and smile your way through...

that's what got me an upgrade to a suite in toronto for Le Royal Meridien King Edward despite only just joining their programme

ymmv though...