Reply To: Using Ambassador free night

[NorthernLass]

You might get a better deal direct or at check in but it’s not guaranteed. HFPers who have stayed at this hotel might know!

In general though, it’s common for ICs to make all categories of rooms available for Ambassador bookings but it’s not guaranteed (and they might be sold out in a particular category after all). I’ve noticed hotels getting quite stingy towards Ambassadors since the pandemic ended, e.g. racking up the pricing way beyond the normal flexible rate and reducing the availability of nights where you can use the 2nd night free cert.

Individual hotels CAN book your Ambassador weekend from their end, so if you think it’s worth it, you could ask if they could book you into a club room, or if you could have club access in lieu of the Ambassador upgrade. Properties differ in how amenable they are but I’ve found they are usually willing to meet you somewhere in the middle!