$1,400 worth of hotel credit

[Pinny]

Hi,

I was given $1,400 worth of hotel credit (good at a variety of upper end hotels available in most big cities around US and Europe) as part of payment for a project.  I don't have much use for it, and am interested in selling it or bartering it for miles / flight certificates, etc.

PM me if interested.

[AsherO]

Hi,

I was given $1,400 worth of hotel credit (good at a variety of upper end hotels available in most big cities around US and Europe) as part of payment for a project.  I don't have much use for it, and am interested in selling it or bartering it for miles / flight certificates, etc.

PM me if interested.

Welcome (as a poster) to the forums!

Can you please provide a breakdown of which chains or hotels the credits are for? Are they like giftcards (i.e. transferable), or will bookings have to be done in your name?

[LAXtraveler]

Welcome (as a poster) to the forums!

Can you please provide a breakdown of which chains or hotels the credits are for? Are they like giftcards (i.e. transferable), or will bookings have to be done in your name?

Welcome!

Agreed, if you provide some details then I think it would be easier to determine the usefulness of the offer, etc. Thanks!

[Pinny]

Hey guys,

I will attempt to answer any questions as clearly as possible:

1) The credit is transferable and does not expire.
2) The hotels available keeps changing based on what the company is able to "swap" for, although there are some "base" hotels that are virtually always available.  This is akin to timeshares that can be traded anywhere in the world (so long as there are open dates at the location).
3) There are some nice choices in the Mexico, Carribean, US, London, etc. some very high end, some lower end.  Some of the hotels are resort style (e.g. Breezes) and all inclusive, others are more small family vacation type spots.

[AsherO]

Hey guys,

I will attempt to answer any questions as clearly as possible:

1) The credit is transferable and does not expire.
2) The hotels available keeps changing based on what the company is able to "swap" for, although there are some "base" hotels that are virtually always available.  This is akin to timeshares that can be traded anywhere in the world (so long as there are open dates at the location).
3) There are some nice choices in the Mexico, Carribean, US, London, etc. some very high end, some lower end.  Some of the hotels are resort style (e.g. Breezes) and all inclusive, others are more small family vacation type spots.

In this case $1,400 worth is even more ambiguous, as it could mean $1,400 retail or $1,400 wholesale. It's also hard to make an offer on something that's always changing. What are they swapping for the stays?

[LAXtraveler]

Can you give some examples of a few of the hotels in the US?

Also, can it be broken down or must one pay for the entire $1,400 worth of credit?

[Deal Guy]

Can you provide the name of the website, to check on availability?

[Pinny]

Here's my best attempt at clear answers:

@AsherO The stays are swapped with other stays (similar to a flight attendant flying free on a different airline, where they can later reciprocate). The $1,400 credit is based on what the hotels each charge, and ovbiously those rates change based on season, occupancy, and other factors hotels use to determine pricing.

@LAXtraveler  Yes, it can be broken down into chunks.

Sure, here are some samples from Orlando:

Kissimmee -Condotels of the Magic World - Located less than 4 miles to the main gate at Walt Disney World, each of the spacious 3 bedroom villas are less than 7 years old and has more living area than any hotel room.  With concierge services, full size kitchen, washer/dryer, cable TV, swimming pool, and more.  Rate is $169/night. 3 night minimum.  $45 additional cleaning fee/stay.   http://www.condotels.net/

Orlando/Kissimmee - Westgate Resorts (5 Properties) www.westgateresorts.com

Westgate Towers  - Over 100 fully equipped Studio, 1 & 2 bedroom units include full kitchen, washer/dryer, leather sleeper sofa, whirlpool tub and use of resort amenities including outdoor pool, children's pool, whirlpool, and more.  Baby-sitting services available too!  Located in Kissimmee, 1 mile from Walt Disney World.  Rates: $200 - $350/night

Westgate Villas - Over 1,000 fully equipped 1 & 2 bedroom units on 170 lush acres.  Amenities include full kitchen, washer/dryer, leather sleeper sofa, whirlpool tub and use of resort amenities including 10 outdoor pools, 10 childrens pools, 10 whirlpools, nursery, bicycle rentals, paddle boats, lighted tennis courts, 3 freshwater lakes, and more. Located in Kissimmee, 1 mile from Walt Disney World. Rates: $200 - $420/night

Westgate Town Center - New accommodations!  Studio, 2, 3 & 4 bedroom units sharing the same grounds as Westgate Villas.  Located in Kissimmee, 1 mile from Walt Disney World.  Rates: $150 - $585/night

Westgate Lakes - Almost 1,000 fully equipped Studio, 2, 3 & 4 bedroom units located on beautiful Big Sand Lake.  Amenities include private balcony/patio, fully equipped kitchenette, washer/dryer, sleeper sofa, home theater entertainment center, and use of resort amenities including 4 outdoor pools, children's pools, whirlpools, bicycle rentals, lighted basketball, volleyball & tennis courts, paddle boating, fishing, children's playground, on-site restaurant, lounge, pool bar and more.  Located in Orlando, near Walt Disney World.  Rates: $150 - $560/night

Westgate Blue Tree - Fully equipped 1 & 2 bedroom units located on 16 beautiful acres in the Lake Buena Vista resort area. Amenities include private balcony/patio, fully equipped kitchenette, washer/dryer, sleeper sofa, TV/VCR, and use of resort amenities including 4 pools (2 heated), children's pool, 2 outdoor spas, lighted basketball & tennis courts, children's playground, miniature golf, shuffleboard, game room and more.


Orlando - Doubletree Castle Hotel - Standard hotel rooms with king/queen beds, refrigerator, coffeemaker, hair dryer, iron/ironing board, complimentary scheduled transportation to theme parks. Hotel amenities include game room, pool, exercise room and hot tub. Rates: $159-$199 per night.  www.doubletreecastle.com


Orlando, Florida Vacation

A magnificent 6 bedroom, 5-1/2 bath home. Located in a gated community with 2 pools, spa, and elegant amenities!  Conveniently located only 8 minutes away from Disney.
www.solanadisneyvilla.com

@Deal Guy currently it is a manual check, not one done on a particular website. you would email the guy your location of interest, dates, and he would check availability and send you a confirmation number if you want one of his options.

[AsherO]

No

@AsherO The stays are swapped with other stays (similar to a flight attendant flying free on a different airline, where they can later reciprocate). The $1,400 credit is based on what the hotels each charge, and ovbiously those rates change based on season, occupancy, and other factors hotels use to determine pricing.

So it's fair to say it's $1,400 in retail, but with limited availability (compared to any hotel in any chain anywhere at anytime).

[Pinny]

@AsherO Well, kind of.  However, the exclusive hotels the company has rights to (direct rights), must book if they have an open room.