How does Accor treat you as an Elite guest?

[billmurray]

Yes they are, just add in your ALL number during the booking process - I believe that box isn't there for non-FHR bookings.

So through their normal Amex travel bookings, this is not eligable for status you mean?

 

[RealtimeY]

That's right, only FHR rates are eligible for status.

 

[CaptainCurtis]

I ended up completing the standard feedback form, posted a review to Google and also sent a more detailed complaint to the GM. This morning I had the 'Assistant Director to the Front Office' respond, apologising for the failures and noting that they are taking "immediate steps" to ensure welcome amenities and room upgrades are provided going forward. Yeah right. I was told I would be credited with 5,000 ALL points, and that I was invited to return for a complimentary suite upgrade on a future stay. I will likely take them up on this once the renovations are complete, although that will depend on the rack rates of the standard rooms at the time.

A quick update - I responded to the Front Office Assistant Director saying the points hadn't been received and that I found his failure to acknowledge the complete lack of response from his team over a week long period incredibly disappointing. The GM, who had been copied in on the email thread, responded taking responsibility for the issues and assuring me that the feedback was being addressed with relevant staff members. He has subsequently offered 20,000 ALL points (which have thankfully already posted to my account) and a complimentary night in a junior suite after the renovation is complete (valued at ~$800USD), along with 40% off any additional nights. A good outcome.

 

[Holiday.with.Ken]

A quick update - I responded to the Front Office Assistant Director saying the points hadn't been received and that I found his failure to acknowledge the complete lack of response from his team over a week long period incredibly disappointing. The GM, who had been copied in on the email thread, responded taking responsibility for the issues and assuring me that the feedback was being addressed with relevant staff members. He has subsequently offered 20,000 ALL points (which have thankfully already posted to my account) and a complimentary night in a junior suite after the renovation is complete (valued at ~$800USD), along with 40% off any additional nights. A good outcome.

That's a decent outcome. I have been dealing the reservation team at Sofitel New York for the last month or so, they defiantly pick and choose which email they reply. If its too difficult or out of their scope, the emails gets ignored, including outside the reservation team.

 

[CaptainCurtis]

That's a decent outcome. I have been dealing the reservation team at Sofitel New York for the last month or so, they defiantly pick and choose which email they reply. If its too difficult or out of their scope, the emails gets ignored, including outside the reservation team.

Yep that clearly their approach with me until I copied in the GM demanding a response. Happy to share his email with you if you need it.

 

[daft009]

If I book 2 rooms as a platinum does the other room also get free breakfast?

1pax in each room

 

[RealtimeY]

You could just book two occupants in each room anyway. That way you get two drinks vouchers as well.

 

[oz_mark]

If I book 2 rooms as a platinum does the other room also get free breakfast?

1pax in each room

Direct from the T&Cs

In the event of a booking involving several rooms, only the occupants of the room belonging
to the Member who made the booking may avail of the complimentary breakfast

 

[jase05]

Direct from the T&Cs

Have travelled O/S with my folks a few times and some hotels have given both rooms all of the benefits such as breakfast, EL, welcome drinks and gifts
I think it’s just the usual inconsistent Accor

 

[daft009]

Direct from the T&Cs

Thanks. Rules are the rules.

Amusing that if I was travelling with my wife we'd be in 1 room and free breakfast for us both.
This way being a work trip I am paying for 2 rooms but no free breakfast for the other

We both did get the welcome gifts.

 

[oz_mark]

Have travelled O/S with my folks a few times and some hotels have given both rooms all of the benefits such as breakfast, EL, welcome drinks and gifts
I think it’s just the usual inconsistent Accor

Nothing stops hotels going above and beyond for whatever reason. But there are no guarantees with that.

 

[Daver6]

You could just book two occupants in each room anyway. That way you get two drinks vouchers as well.

Thanks. Rules are the rules.

Amusing that if I was travelling with my wife we'd be in 1 room and free breakfast for us both.
This way being a work trip I am paying for 2 rooms but no free breakfast for the other

We both did get the welcome gifts.

What @RealtimeY means is when you book your room, book for two people in the room, not one. When you go to breakfast and the lounge just say you're both from your room. In fact, no questions will even be asked. Just give your room number and they'll allow two in.

I do this all the time when travelling by myself for work.

 

[dairyfloss]

What @RealtimeY means is when you book your room, book for two people in the room, not one. When you go to breakfast and the lounge just say you're both from your room. In fact, no questions will even be asked. Just give your room number and they'll allow two in.

I do this all the time when travelling by myself for work.

100%

Always book for 2 (or more) staying in your room, as long as it doesn’t increase the rate. Breakfast, vouchers, etc will generally all be assumed according to that number.

Same goes for other hotel chains as well.

Cheers,
Matt.

 

[Daver6]

100%

Always book for 2 (or more) staying in your room, as long as it doesn’t increase the rate. Breakfast, vouchers, etc will generally all be assumed according to that number.

Same goes for other hotel chains as well.

Cheers,
Matt.

The only place I've seen it cost more for an extra person in the room is India.

 

[SYD]

The only place I've seen it cost more for an extra person in the room is India.

It used to be quite common but seems to have gone by the wayside across many hotels and chains.

OT, but does beg the question why overground tours still quote double occupancy or pay a single supplement…

 

[Daver6]

It used to be quite common but seems to have gone by the wayside across many hotels and chains.

I agree. One of the Hilton status benefits was/is partner stays free.

OT, but does beg the question why overground tours still quote double occupancy or pay a single supplement…

I assume because they usually include all meals plus transport (bus tours)?

 

[daft009]

Checkout done, they didn't charge extra for the other room breakfast in the end.