Loews Card ?

[Motherfletcher]

You really don't need to call. They can add your number at check in. You can tell them at the time what amenity you would like. The milk and cookies are great!

 

[tink606]

Does it matter if you have and APH rate? Can you still add the number at check-in and recieve the welcome gift?

 

[Motherfletcher]

Does it matter if you have and APH rate? Can you still add the number at check-in and recieve the welcome gift?

I have.

 

[tink606]

I have.

Have you done this and gotten it even if you have an APH rate?

 

[Motherfletcher]

There was a short stretch where Loew's was trying to clamp down on the "qualified stays". I think that problem started when Loew's was confronted with a large number of third party users like Priceline, Hotwire and Hotelkingdom. My first stay was using Hotwire and I received credit by just asking for them to add the LF number to the bill. I received an upgrade to Bay View and the amenity of $10 off the minibar bill. I think I was denied the amenties or a late check out on only 2 occasions and both were at RPR using APH. Since I knew that APH was not a qualifying rate I have never fussed about not receiving them because I knew that I could buy lots of milk and cookies with the difference between APH and even AAA (which does qualify).
When Loew's made me Platinum (from APH stays) there has never been a problem receiving the amenities, newspaper or late check out of up to 4 hours beyond regular check out.
Loew's First once had a promo during the winter that if you stayed twice in a short period of time that they would give you a free night with your next stay. I used APH for the 2 single night stays and even got the paid night that accompanied the free night using APH rates. In the end I got a PBH deluxe club room for $129/night. Another time we were upgraded from an APH $208 Bayview room to a top floor one bedroom Villa Suite with club access that had to be an $800 room.
The hotels want repeat customers and Universal wants repeat customers so I think Loew's does a pretty good job of taking care of the Universal customers (AP Holders) and even Florida residents (FLO).
We are staying at Loew's Miami Beach next week and I have nailed down an upperfloor St. Moritz suite with a separate bedroom, 2 large flat screen TVs, antique claw foot tub and 2 free rollaways. I have been in email contact with the VIP Manager and he continues to assure me that he will take care of us. I used the Signature Summer promo for the $199 rate which is less than half of the Ritz Carlton SoBe.
Loyalty to Loew's has paid off for us.

 

[tink606]

Motherfletcher

Thank you so much for your help. I emailed uo customer service and they went ahead and added the number to both of my ressies. Ill be going in Oct for HHN and Nov. for my honeymoon. thank you again for your help

 

[MrsJobba1]

Can I apply for a loews card even though I like in the UK.

Will they send me a real card, or just give me a number like DCL Castaway club?

Does anyone have the phone number I can call from the uk?

Many Thanks

 

[Motherfletcher]

http://www.loews-first.com/loewsfirst_application.asp
Here is the application form online.

 

[tubtruck]

Yes I am from the UK and applied for a Lowes card, It arrived about 4 weeks later. I have used it once in July but was disappointed, got the fast check in but no milk and cookies in the room.

 

[Scrappy Annie]

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[vatmark]

I just applied for the LF card. Planning on an 08 trip in June. Is there other ways to increase your LF membership then just hotel stays? I read something about American Express members on the site but wasn't sure what the deal was. Is it just if you use your American Express card to charge the room or what?

Annie

 

[googler]

Call 800-Loews12 and tell them you're calling for a status comp. They'll ask from which hotel chain and what level and then tell you what you will be bumped to. THen you fax then the printoff/statement showing your status with the other hotel chain and walla. I know Hilton Diamond gives you Loews Plat. and I think I read that someone also got Plat. with Hilton Gold.

I just applied for the LF card. Planning on an 08 trip in June. Is there other ways to increase your LF membership then just hotel stays? I read something about American Express members on the site but wasn't sure what the deal was. Is it just if you use your American Express card to charge the room or what?

Annie

 

[vatmark]

Thanks for that info. I think I will try that. DH has Hilton Gold so it is worth a try.

Annie

 

[cotomom]

So I booked us through the Universal website for the stay 4, play 2 free or some such deal in July, 07. I just got my lowesfirst number and called to have it added. The reservationist said it would NOT give me any benefits since I'm booked with a vacation package, not a room only. Oh well, worth a try!

 

[rpbert1]

Would you not have been better booking a room , especially if you have AAA and buying the 7 day tickets for $85 each with what you would save , plus it would count as a stay on your loews first

 

[vatmark]

It's a good thing to know that the packages don't count on the Lowes First. I'll keep that in mind when I book.

Annie

 

[LoveBWVVBR]

Can anyone tell me if I can get Lowes Platinum for being a Starwood Gold member or a Platinum Amex cardholder?

 

[Michelina]

So I booked us through the Universal website for the stay 4, play 2 free or some such deal in July, 07. I just got my lowesfirst number and called to have it added. The reservationist said it would NOT give me any benefits since I'm booked with a vacation package, not a room only. Oh well, worth a try!

That isn't right - we are Loews Gold and I booked this package for a May stay. We were able to upgrade from a double bed garden view room to a deluxe king at no charge with our Loews benefits. I would definitely call back!!

 

[wwessing]

My understanding is when you sign up you are considered a "blue" member. Are there any benefits with this? It seems from the posts I have read that perhaps fast check in and some type of gift (milk n cookies; wine n fruit, etc). Does every member get these perks every time you stay at this chain, no matter your level?

Also, I read a couple of posts which indicated you might be able to upgrade your level, or status, faster than by hotel stays alone, but I was a little confused by this. Any help for the newbie?

I also wanted to ask if you accured "points" or whatever it is you accrue, by nights stayed or dollars paid?

 

[Ruth B]

My understanding is when you sign up you are considered a "blue" member. Are there any benefits with this? It seems from the posts I have read that perhaps fast check in and some type of gift (milk n cookies; wine n fruit, etc). Does every member get these perks every time you stay at this chain, no matter your level?

Also, I read a couple of posts which indicated you might be able to upgrade your level, or status, faster than by hotel stays alone, but I was a little confused by this. Any help for the newbie?

I also wanted to ask if you accured "points" or whatever it is you accrue, by nights stayed or dollars paid?

Yes your right. You start as a blue member and this gives you priroity check in line( have never had to use it ) choice of gifts( wine and nuts/ cookies and milk/ dog based gift). You get these each time you stay.
Also get upgraded to next room level( if availble) and late check out-if you request and its availble( have always got this when i asked). Access to the gym is also included.