Now I can buy snacks and merch while there! LOL!!!One very annoying thing about swan/dolphin/swan reserve is that, unlike every other Marriott property I’ve stayed at in the world, they require prepayment for your entire stay, even on fully refundable rates. So, if you’re using a fully refundable corporate rate and booking months in advance, you may still have a couple thousand dollars tied up with them. I’d prefer that money to be in my hands, not theirs - especially with the pathetic housekeeping situation
I’ve had both experiences. It seems random.
If you’re a plat or a titanium you might score a modest upgrade (say, to a king, or to a view of something other than the parking lot). Don’t count on too much of an upgrade from the AP rate, but remember to ask nicely at the front desk when checking in and indicate that you’re very flexible (you don’t need your room right away, etc).
I’ve never tried using SNAs at Swan or Dolphin. Seems like a waste at these properties. I generally agree with your comments and guidance. I will say that I usually do have luck getting a king on the rare times I haven’t booked one. And I have scored suites a few times, including a couple of Governors Suites (which really feel like way too much for a single person!), so it CAN happen, but it’s rare. I’ll usually pay the price difference to stay at the Swan because I prefer the smaller hotel and the rooms are a little bit bigger and marginally nicer (unless you’re really into Marriott properties, I doubt you’d notice).
) If you’re a Titanium Ambassador, your Ambassador should be able to make something happen for you. If you’re a Cobalt, well, why are you even reading this? 
Dude. Some of us aren’t even silver. Be cool.I’ve never tried using SNAs at Swan or Dolphin. Seems like a waste at these properties. I generally agree with your comments and guidance. I will say that I usually do have luck getting a king on the rare times I haven’t booked one. And I have scored suites a few times, including a couple of Governors Suites (which really feel like way too much for a single person!), so it CAN happen, but it’s rare. I’ll usually pay the price difference to stay at the Swan because I prefer the smaller hotel and the rooms are a little bit bigger and marginally nicer (unless you’re really into Marriott properties, I doubt you’d notice).
Bottom line: if a particular room type is very important (bed, outdoor space, view, room size), definitely book it, particularly if you don’t have Marriott status or are going to be staying during a busy time of year (usually their busiest times are early January through late December
So it must have worked. Thanks again everyone. =) I must have missed in "AP Holder Class" how to get that code, so I really appreciate you helping me out.
