When making a reservation, don’t forget
to make your special requests. It’s not a guarantee, but letting
them know your special request up front helps them to find a
room that will make you happy.
If smoke bothers you, most Hotels take requests
for nonsmoking rooms.
Many Hotels will honor a request for a room
in a certain location of the Hotel.
Many Hotels are adding business suites designed
for the business traveler.
Some Hotels can childproof a room before
you arrive.
Not all Hotels have a concierge, but if they
do, a good concierge can be very helpful. They are there to make
your Hotel stay extra special. If you haven’t been able to get
a good tee time or those reservations at the hot new restaurant,
the concierge may have the connections to make it happen. A concierge
works for tips and since they can provide such a wide variety
of services, there aren’t really standard tipping guidelines.
Simple requests can be rewarded with small tips, but more complex
and difficult requests should be rewarded accordingly.
Yes, some have programs where your stay will
accumulate frequent flyer mileage. You may be able to charge meals
and other Hotel services to your room to get even more frequent
flyer points.
Yes, many Hotels also have developed loyalty
programs where a stay will earn points toward gifts or free
days on future Hotel stays. You should check into joining a
Hotel’s loyalty program.
Many Hotel Chains have partnered brands.
They offer brand names at several economic levels, from budget
roadway Hotels all the way to luxury resorts. Staying at any
location within their chain can earn you points.
In addition to the spiffs they offer this
could also qualify you for further discounts, upgrades or other
special deals.
Some Hotels even have special floors of
upgraded rooms available for their club members.
These programs will often allow you to skip
the big lines and reduce your check-in and checkout times.
