Question About Using SPG Points At The Dolphin

[AndyMcV]

Hi Gang

I'm going to use 50K points to get 6 free nights at the Dolphin. My question is when I pay with points do I have to pay $10 per night (or $60) for the resort fee?

Thanks
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[marvin12]

I had the same ? So I called the Swan and they said yes you have to pay that charge.

 

[aarmando20]

I just did this also and had to pay the fee.

 

[Informer1906]

Is it me or does the fee seem like a shake down. Just put it in the rate.

 

[AndyMcV]

Hmmm... this I don't get. The Starwood promotion is to use your SPG for free stays. It doesn't say use your SPG points for free stays and oh... plus $10 per night.

I have no problem with paying $60 for six nights at a deluxe resort. I do have a problem with Starwood not stating this upfront. I bet I could fight this.

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