Yes- they guaranteed our connecting rooms also.
Now, does anyone know if they are more apt to say no to a Starwood upgrade request if you have connecting rooms? I kinda figured if they have connecting rooms set aside for you, they may not be able to find two more connecting rooms on the fly! We have standard rooms, but I'd love some kind of view, or (dare I dream it!) a balcony.
I know . . . greedy, greedy!
Blondie's response is GREAT! But--the upgrade only depends upon hotel availability (how many are reserved in which rooms/categories, etc). Therefore, the connecting rooms will not have any adverse affect or lesson your chance for an upgrade in any manner.
lucysdad said:
Do you think I should call them and tell them about my memberships and maybe they will upgrade us to the king room on the first night?
Absolutely! Reservation and front office associates would prefer to have you in the same room anyway for the length of your stay, as it lessons their work (prevents the changes they must make in the system...etc, when more than one reservation is involved with one person/stay).
If you call in advance, they may be more inclined to just upgrade you right then. If not--they will certainly tell you, and then you may check-again when you arrive (and they may possibly do it right then!!). Either way, it's a total waste if you fail to ask. The only thing you risk by asking, is someone saying no, and then you are no worse off that you are presently!
Nothing ventured, nothing gained. GO FOR IT...and please let us know how it goes!
Like Disneycrazymom...I am PSPG (plat), and the upgrades and perks are nearly automatic (even though they attest otherwise). I receive suite upgrades worldwide, free spa treatments, extra points, and other perks including a selection of amenities upon check-in. I have even received free Valet parking for the duration of my stay at the Dolphin. If you ask, they sometimes "waive" parking if you are only using it for a night/two in the regular lot (my friends recently asked--and this was obliged). Perhaps that also depends on hotel and parking lot capacity, etc. They are super-kind to all of us, and treat us wonderfully.
On the same note, we are platinum Loews, and although we always reserve large suites at the Portofino hotel (and other Loews props), we receive a fraction of the perks (as we do at the Dolphin). They are getting much better, and offered us numerous amenities last stay (including a "managers treat" each day which consisted of things such as English toffee hand dipped in chocolate/nuts, and a tray with cookies, beverages, etc. sent to the suite. The second evening, we received a pizza (margarita and some cold pasta salad), along with cookies and chocolates sent to the suite in the early evening. The surprises were really nice. Even though Club level accompanied this suite (and included alcohol as well--which was very nice too), it was nice to receive such treats.
Blondie...I love the description of the view, including the people riding the ride on Mt. Everest!! Wow..never knew you could see such details with clarity (w/zoom that's fully understandable!). I LOVE the views too...and would be pleased with any location at these resorts!
m_kasch--as for the amex cc, it's all we use for these reservations. The points vary, but can be found on the website.
www.spg.com
Enjoy!!!
I keep looking at pictures of the grotto pool and getting so excited and happy.
If I can get BCV for $10 a point (which is what I have been paying at BWV the past two years) it will be $680 for the 4 night stay, including the weekends. That's why it will depend on the Dolphin discounts whether I go with BCV or not. I have been over on the rent/trade boards daily...there is stuff available for F&W Fest/Epcot DVC resorts, just not for my dates.
I just kept thinking how DH and I will be lounging by the Grotto Pool 9 days. I have been looking at the BZ menu daily. V&A's called today to confirm our ADR, ask if we have any food allergies and make sure the spellings of our names are correct for our personalized menus.
