Post by: jose34 on October 19, 2017, 09:54:00 AM
New points hotel on King Gerge, right near Rechavia:
TRYP BY WYNDHAM JERUSALEM BAT SHEVA.
All Wyndham rewards are only 15,000 points a night.
Brand New , just finished a few weeks ago.
Post by: ludmila on October 19, 2017, 11:37:33 AM
FYI:Thanks, good find and a like.
New points hotel on King Gerge, right near Rechavia:
TRYP BY WYNDHAM JERUSALEM BAT SHEVA.
All Wyndham rewards are only 15,000 points a night.
Brand New , just finished a few weeks ago.
Post by: BrooklynCPA on October 19, 2017, 01:42:12 PM
Post by: zow on October 26, 2017, 11:33:57 PM
I will be staying there in a few weeks. I heard it's very nice. Would love to get feedback from people who were already there.+1
Post by: zow on October 30, 2017, 11:30:48 AM
Seems that the rooms are on the small side.
Buffet breakfast is included.
Location is hard to beat.
Revenue rate is $334/night, so pretty good value, I think.
Post by: ludmila on October 30, 2017, 03:05:10 PM
I just booked two rooms for two nights in February, with 3,000 WR points and $65 per room per night.Definitely a good value.
Seems that the rooms are on the small side.
Buffet breakfast is included.
Location is hard to beat.
Revenue rate is $334/night, so pretty good value, I think.
Post by: shapsam on October 30, 2017, 11:59:43 PM
Is it mehadrin?
Buffet breakfast is included.
Post by: davidmal on October 31, 2017, 10:26:41 AM
Post by: davidmal on October 31, 2017, 10:45:27 AM
I will be staying there in a few weeks. I heard it's very nice. Would love to get feedback from people who were already there.+1
anyone have feedback yet?
Post by: yuneeq on October 31, 2017, 10:55:38 AM
Is it only from their CC?
Post by: davidmal on October 31, 2017, 11:07:34 AM
So how do I get Wyndham rewards points?few options
Is it only from their CC?
Post by: jose34 on November 01, 2017, 09:10:23 AM
So how do I get Wyndham rewards points?
Is it only from their CC?
Best option is their credit card by Barclay. There are two versions a free one that gives 15,000 points and the one that a has a yearly fee of $75 but offers you a 30,000 points.
Post by: Moshe26 on November 01, 2017, 10:19:40 AM
I just booked two rooms for two nights in February, with 3,000 WR points and $65 per room per night.do they show availability online? or did you have to call to book with points? I tried checking few dates from dec to feb and they have no availability
Seems that the rooms are on the small side.
Buffet breakfast is included.
Location is hard to beat.
Revenue rate is $334/night, so pretty good value, I think.
Post by: jose34 on November 01, 2017, 02:36:37 PM
Post by: zow on November 01, 2017, 10:30:45 PM
do they show availability online? or did you have to call to book with points? I tried checking few dates from dec to feb and they have no availabilityI called Wyndham Rewards to book.
Post by: shapsam on November 01, 2017, 10:42:31 PM
Post by: jose34 on November 02, 2017, 03:36:43 PM
I called Wyndham Rewards to book.
Did it work? Was availability that you could not find online open over the phone?
Post by: zow on November 02, 2017, 04:14:09 PM
Did it work? Was availability that you could not find online open over the phone?Online showed no availability on the TRYP website. But on the WR website, it said “call”, so I called and booked.
Post by: shapsam on November 02, 2017, 08:43:14 PM
Post by: zow on November 02, 2017, 08:52:03 PM
I called, there were some dates that the rep said there's no availability.We have two nights in February. Two rooms, actually.
Post by: zow on November 06, 2017, 06:23:18 AM
Post by: hvaces42 on November 06, 2017, 12:01:19 PM
Premier Deluxe Room was offered at $120 mid-week and $165 for Friday-Sunday. Not bad at all. Leonardo Plaza across street wanted $250 a night for same nights.
Post by: hvaces42 on November 06, 2017, 12:01:34 PM
How much does 3k points cost (when buying from wyndham)?$33
Post by: Dan on November 06, 2017, 12:15:02 PM
Called them for a stay in January. They offer standard rooms for 15,000 points (Go Free) or 3,000 points + $65 (Go Fast). You can buy up to 5,000 points a year and gift another 5,000 points. (http://www.jdoqocy.com/click-2164838-11836336) Dont know if you can use multiple accounts to gift to one account. Rate is 1.1cpp So standard room for those dates were $98.Can someone gift points to you if you've already bought 5K?
Premier Deluxe Room was offered at $120 mid-week and $165 for Friday-Sunday. Not bad at all. Leonardo Plaza across street wanted $250 a night for same nights.
Post by: hvaces42 on November 06, 2017, 12:16:43 PM
Can someone gift points to you if you've already bought 5K?It seems so. I wasnt going to waste money on the points if the upgraded room is just $20 more.
Post by: Dan on November 06, 2017, 12:21:27 PM
It seems so. I wasnt going to waste money on the points if the upgraded room is just $20 more.Do they offer that rate on $199 dates?
Post by: hvaces42 on November 06, 2017, 12:24:15 PM
Do they offer that rate on $199 dates?I believe its the same rate for every day 3k+$65
My understanding is that the only difference is the cash portion which can be anywhere from $25-$75 at different properties. This one is $65. I was quoted the same rate for the more expensive dates as well.
Post by: Dan on November 06, 2017, 12:25:50 PM
Post by: hvaces42 on November 06, 2017, 12:26:26 PM
Sounds like an amazing deal for peak dates.Shhhhh
Post by: Dan on November 06, 2017, 12:26:56 PM
Post by: hvaces42 on November 06, 2017, 12:28:27 PM
Post by: hvaces42 on November 06, 2017, 12:54:10 PM
"You may purchase up to 5,000 points per calendar year from Points.com for your own account or as a gift to another Member, and no Member may receive more than 5,000 points per year as a gift from other Points.com users (i.e., no Member may purchase, receive or gift more than 5,000 points per calendar year."
Post by: shapsam on November 06, 2017, 01:35:35 PM
T&C
"You may purchase up to 5,000 points per calendar year from Points.com for your own account or as a gift to another Member, and no Member may receive more than 5,000 points per year as a gift from other Points.com users (i.e., no Member may purchase, receive or gift more than 5,000 points per calendar year."
Post by: shapsam on November 06, 2017, 01:41:30 PM
T&CStill not clear if you can purchase 5,000 + receive 5,000 or that it can't be more than 5,000 altogether?
"You may purchase up to 5,000 points per calendar year from Points.com for your own account or as a gift to another Member, and no Member may receive more than 5,000 points per year as a gift from other Points.com users (i.e., no Member may purchase, receive or gift more than 5,000 points per calendar year."
Post by: hvaces42 on November 06, 2017, 01:42:26 PM
Still not clear if you can purchase 5,000 + receive 5,000 or that it can't be more than 5,000 altogether?Exactly
Post by: davidmal on November 06, 2017, 01:53:29 PM
Can someone gift points to you if you've already bought 5K?You can buy 5k a year and you can be gifted 5k a year
9k gets you 3 nights for $99 +195
roughly $98 a night
for longer stays you would have to have 2 reservations or open the CC for 30k
Post by: aygart on November 06, 2017, 04:33:03 PM
So I shared now shushGood point. This seems to be in line with Dan's protocol and reasonable. He shared on DDF but is asking that it not be made into a DDMS post if I am understanding correctly.
Post by: hvaces42 on November 06, 2017, 04:54:03 PM
Good point. This seems to be in line with Dan's protocol and reasonable. He shared on DDF but is asking that it not be made into a DDMS post if I am understanding correctly.I think that's fair.
Post by: shapsam on November 06, 2017, 05:58:09 PM
I wasnt going to waste money on the points if the upgraded room is just $20 more.You can book the premier deluxe room with the 'Go fast' award (3k+$65)!
Post by: hvaces42 on November 06, 2017, 06:01:39 PM
You can book the premier deluxe room with the 'Go fast' award (3k+$65)!They didnt offer it first time i called. Second time they said i could.
Post by: sams on November 06, 2017, 06:12:18 PM
Post by: hvaces42 on November 06, 2017, 06:13:06 PM
If there's a Ddms post I'd say it'll be gone in a half year at mostIm afraid it already gone
Post by: rollingstone on November 06, 2017, 08:19:29 PM
If there's a Ddms post I'd say it'll be gone in a half year at mostI would trade this for the Elal Qantas post.
Post by: 12HRS on November 06, 2017, 08:30:25 PM
Post by: shapsam on November 06, 2017, 09:14:23 PM
I would trade this for the Elal Qantas post.-1
Not that many people have TYP and even if they do its pretty complicated to book, while this is very easy to get a few thousand points and its very simple to book.
Post by: ADG on November 07, 2017, 11:30:42 AM
Post by: hvaces42 on November 07, 2017, 11:32:14 AM
Post by: shapsam on November 07, 2017, 11:34:12 AM
you cannot gift yourself from another account after you purchase...2 phone reps said i can receive 5,000 after purchasing 5,000.
Post by: ADG on November 07, 2017, 11:44:24 AM
Post by: efflpetzel on November 07, 2017, 12:56:00 PM
you cannot gift yourself from another account after you purchase...so gift the account before you purchase
Post by: Yordai Dooma on November 07, 2017, 05:19:30 PM
Post by: davidmal on November 08, 2017, 02:50:17 PM
additionally people would get stuck with wyndham points in the process
Post by: hvaces42 on November 08, 2017, 02:51:26 PM
I think DDMS would kill thisexactly my thoughts
additionally people would get stuck with wyndham points in the process
Post by: ADG on November 08, 2017, 03:56:36 PM
so gift the account before you purchase
I did on the second account. it did not let me once that account had bought already.
Yesterday Pesach dates were available. Today- when the points posted non are available.... :'(
Post by: plainbachur on November 08, 2017, 03:58:57 PM
the hotel is like a 4 points sheraton
nice food area
plus rooftop bar/food
Post by: hvaces42 on November 08, 2017, 03:59:36 PM
I stayed there rooms very small but very new! shower is awesome !Hechsher?
the hotel is like a 4 points sheraton
nice food area
plus rooftop bar/food
Post by: plainbachur on November 08, 2017, 04:05:37 PM
Hechsher?Rabunut
Post by: hvaces42 on November 08, 2017, 04:06:53 PM
RabunutMehadrin or not?
Post by: plainbachur on November 08, 2017, 04:09:39 PM
Mehadrin or not?not its breakfast so you can figure it out...
Post by: plainbachur on November 08, 2017, 04:10:07 PM
Post by: shiframeir on November 08, 2017, 06:03:12 PM
they charge $20 for breakfast so go to greens..... or anywhere in rechaviaor walk down king george for 2 minutes to ben yehuda/cafe rimon etc.
Surprised there isnt more talk of the 3k wyndham move, i used it in the israeli 4 star level (there is obv a difference) Ramada Netanya, which has a kosher enough for me Lechem ubasar and cafe greg like 2 minutes away by the island hotel. The ramada netanya was 3k +55 per night for $300 suites with living rooms, plus a decent pool and water views.
Post by: hvaces42 on November 08, 2017, 06:04:58 PM
Shhhhh
Post by: shapsam on November 08, 2017, 06:08:58 PM
Yesterday Pesach dates were available. Today- when the points posted non are available.... :'(Available for me.
Post by: ad120 on November 10, 2017, 10:25:11 AM
Post by: hvaces42 on November 10, 2017, 10:29:43 AM
you can earn 7K by signing up for lifelock trialdarn fineprint always wins...
** Wyndham Rewards Members: In order to earn up to 7,000 Wyndham rewards points, member must enroll in one of the LifeLock programs offered here and remain an active LifeLock member for at least 90 days.
Post by: Emkay on November 11, 2017, 05:12:12 PM
So I shared now shushI don't get it, what am I missing that was a heavily guarded secret? The fact that Wyndham can be booked with C+P?
Post by: hvaces42 on November 11, 2017, 06:07:42 PM
I don't get it, what am I missing that was a heavily guarded secret? The fact that Wyndham can be booked with C+P?That its $33 for 3k points plus $65 for ANY room all year round in that neighborhood.
Post by: shapsam on November 11, 2017, 07:04:04 PM
That its $33 for 3k points plus $65 for ANY room all year round in that neighborhood.Where the cheapest room for non winter dates start at $250.
Post by: davidmal on November 13, 2017, 04:42:32 PM
darn fineprint always wins...$ 26 99
** Wyndham Rewards Members: In order to earn up to 7,000 Wyndham rewards points, member must enroll in one of the LifeLock programs offered here and remain an active LifeLock member for at least 90 days.
/mo*
$296.90 /yr
30 DAYS FREE
up to 7,000 Wyndham Rewards points**
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$ 17 99
/mo*
$197.90 /yr
30 DAYS FREE
up to 5,000 Wyndham Rewards points**
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$ 8 99
/mo*
$98.90 /yr
30 DAYS FREE
up to 3,000 Wyndham Rewards points**
-----------------
60 days after means you get charged 2x?
maybe 3x?but should be 2x
30 days free
+30+ 31 days charge for the bonus. over 90 days account stayed open.
Post by: hvaces42 on November 13, 2017, 04:45:52 PM
$ 26 99Nice.
/mo*
$296.90 /yr
30 DAYS FREE
up to 7,000 Wyndham Rewards points**
-------
$ 17 99
/mo*
$197.90 /yr
30 DAYS FREE
up to 5,000 Wyndham Rewards points**
-------------
$ 8 99
/mo*
$98.90 /yr
30 DAYS FREE
up to 3,000 Wyndham Rewards points**
-----------------
60 days after means you get charged 2x?
maybe 3x?but should be 2x
30 days free
+30+ 31 days charge for the bonus. over 90 days account stayed open.
Post by: shapsam on November 13, 2017, 05:50:05 PM
$ 26 99I did this with UA a while ago, it said account needs to be open for 30 days, I canceled at 32 days and never got the miles.
/mo*
$296.90 /yr
30 DAYS FREE
up to 7,000 Wyndham Rewards points**
-------
$ 17 99
/mo*
$197.90 /yr
30 DAYS FREE
up to 5,000 Wyndham Rewards points**
-------------
$ 8 99
/mo*
$98.90 /yr
30 DAYS FREE
up to 3,000 Wyndham Rewards points**
-----------------
60 days after means you get charged 2x?
maybe 3x?but should be 2x
30 days free
+30+ 31 days charge for the bonus. over 90 days account stayed open.
Post by: ADG on November 14, 2017, 11:53:47 AM
I did this with UA a while ago, it said account needs to be open for 30 days, I canceled at 32 days and never got the miles.
You should tell your story here http://forums.dansdeals.com/index.php?topic=85245.0 8)
Post by: eli232 on November 16, 2017, 08:19:17 PM
You can buy 5k a year and you can be gifted 5k a yearyou can not get more than 5000 total through buying or receiving.
9k gets you 3 nights for $99 +195
roughly $98 a night
for longer stays you would have to have 2 reservations or open the CC for 30k
Post by: hvaces42 on November 16, 2017, 08:30:03 PM
you can not get more than 5000 total through buying or receiving.Did you try to get a gift and claim the gifted points that you say that with certainty?
Post by: eli232 on November 16, 2017, 10:57:22 PM
Did you try to get a gift and claim the gifted points that you say that with certainty?Yes i did, when you gift to somebody you have to put in their wyndham number and wouldn't allow you to gift if the member received or bought .i
Post by: davidmal on November 19, 2017, 10:26:56 AM
Yes i did, when you gift to somebody you have to put in their wyndham number and wouldn't allow you to gift if the member received or bought .iwow!
Post by: hvaces42 on November 19, 2017, 10:28:00 AM
Post by: davidmal on November 19, 2017, 10:58:52 AM
How many accounts can you open? Merge?🤔yes but that would mean every night would be another reservation!
if 5k is max
Post by: hvaces42 on November 19, 2017, 11:02:31 AM
yes but that would mean every night would be another reservation!Ok, and?
if 5k is max
Post by: davidmal on November 19, 2017, 11:05:14 AM
Ok, and?lol
Post by: Dan on November 19, 2017, 12:06:52 PM
yes but that would mean every night would be another reservation!Not if you merge.
if 5k is max
Post by: hvaces42 on November 19, 2017, 12:08:22 PM
Not if you merge.Can you?
Post by: Dan on November 19, 2017, 12:09:41 PM
Can you?Why not?
Post by: davidmal on November 19, 2017, 12:10:47 PM
Why not?
Yes i did, when you gift to somebody you have to put in their wyndham number and wouldn't allow you to gift if the member received or bought .iWould Merge be blocked if gifting is blocked.....
has to be tested
Post by: shapsam on November 19, 2017, 12:24:46 PM
Post by: hvaces42 on November 19, 2017, 12:26:42 PM
Post by: Dave321 on November 19, 2017, 12:30:23 PM
Post by: Dan on November 19, 2017, 12:35:12 PM
Just confirmed that you can merge an unlimited amount of accounts as long as they're under the same name.As I said,
Why not?The only question is whether they have an audit team that watches for these things as SPG does.
Post by: mmgfarb on November 19, 2017, 12:46:35 PM
As I said,The only question is whether they have an audit team that watches for these things as SPG does.I doubt it, either way, it's not like losing your spg account which is a much bigger deal.
Post by: davidmal on November 19, 2017, 01:37:36 PM
game on.... indeed.
I wonder if there is a limit on how many times a account can be merged
Post by: Dan on November 19, 2017, 01:37:52 PM
wow!No
game on.... indeed.
I wonder if there is a limit on how many times a account can be merged
Post by: davidmal on November 19, 2017, 01:40:03 PM
Nooh boy...
Post by: chaim0m on November 28, 2017, 03:41:59 PM
Post by: ADG on November 28, 2017, 05:41:07 PM
Post by: ad120 on November 29, 2017, 12:45:55 AM
Post by: yuneeq on November 29, 2017, 10:48:59 AM
I wonder how long this will last...
The supply of forks ran out and was replaced with spoons.
But as the spoons are increasingly being handed out it's starting to occur to some people that these aren't really spoons.
They're forks disguised as spoons.
Post by: zow on November 29, 2017, 11:45:00 AM
The supply of forks ran out and was replaced with spoons.https://www.staples.com/berkley-square-medium-weight-plastic-spork-1-000-pack/product_886536?cid=PS:BingPLAs:886536&ci_src=17588969&ci_sku=886536&KPID=886536&cvosrc=PLA.bing-SALES.Coffee%2C%20Water%20%26%20Snacks&cvo_cid=284120919&cvo_crid=886536&gclid=CNqmxc6d5NcCFcqzswodWbQHbA&gclsrc=ds
But as the spoons are increasingly being handed out it's starting to occur to some people that these aren't really spoons.
They're forks disguised as spoons.
Post by: hvaces42 on November 29, 2017, 12:01:01 PM
The supply of forks ran out and was replaced with spoons.I dont give a fork.
But as the spoons are increasingly being handed out it's starting to occur to some people that these aren't really spoons.
They're forks disguised as spoons.
Post by: BrooklynCPA on November 29, 2017, 03:55:05 PM
All in all it’s a very good value in the best location if using the "Go Fast" option but it’s definitely not for you if you are looking for a luxury hotel experience like the WAJ, Citidel or even the Plaza!!
Post by: efflpetzel on November 30, 2017, 01:38:44 PM
We recently got back from a 5 night stay with kids in 2 rooms. Rooms are tiny even for European standards. They gave us superior rooms and if there is a lower category than that I probably would not fit in! The wall between the room and bathroom is all glass with the bottom 2/3rds being darkened. There is no lock on the glass door. If you leave the bathroom light on for shabbos it will be way to light in the room so we put the night table lamp in the bathroom and kept the light off. Rain Shower is amazing with a lot of pressure. They have a really nice rooftop sitting area (not a bar). Breakfast was OK but I’ve had better in Israel. Hashgacha is Rabbinut (not mehadrin) but there is a mashgiach who put a sign and warned us that a few cakes were not chalav yisroel. They have coffee, tea & juice available all day in a room off reception area. Location cannot be better!!! Parking is 50 shekel per day.how did you book
All in all it’s a very good value in the best location if using the "Go Fast" option but it’s definitely not for you if you are looking for a luxury hotel experience like the WAJ, Citidel or even the Plaza!!
Post by: zow on November 30, 2017, 10:05:57 PM
Post by: BrooklynCPA on December 01, 2017, 07:05:44 AM
how did you bookWyndham Rewards
Post by: chaim0m on December 03, 2017, 04:45:56 AM
DW and I decided to take a short vacation for a day and we thought the central location of the hotel would be perfect. Booked 3k+$65 the executive room. We arrived at 4:45pm (check in from 3pm) we noticed the majority of the guests were Israeli not too many tourist maybe because of the time of the year. Check in took a few minutes as there was a line, when it was our turn I asked if I could get an upgrade to the Bat Sheva Suite, I explained that I wrote an email but did not receive a response. The receptionist seemed very nice and spent about 3 minutes clicking away, eventually she said there is one room which is not occupied but for some reason not open for occupancy, she said we could come later and possibly switch given the short nature of our stay we decided to skip that option. about 5pm we go to the room it was clean elegant and had a complimentary bottle of water + some choclates, it was definitely on the small side despite being the biggest room except the suite (according to website 20sqm). There was some issue with bolting the door so we called the desk to fix it, took quite a while for them to come.
The room was on a high floor (8/9) and we had a terrific view from the window (no balcony). As mentioned by @BrooklynCPA the bathroom does not allow for much privacy and the lighting situation is not good for shabbos, the shower was terrific with amazing pressure plus the amenities were very good dead sea products. One thing which we did is to go onto the roof to see the 'historic Jerusalem' view which truly is amazing better than anything I have seen at other hotels, you can see the old city and other directions a real panoramic view of the city, truthfully I would recommend simply going there even if you are not a guest, take the elevator to the 9th floor and you have a fantastic view. The TV is the ususall Israeli garbage with limited options, would recommend bringing your own stuff if you want to watch, you can always connect with an HDMI cable.
In the morning we went to breakfast, the first thing I did was ask to speak to mashgiach, the Arab waiter said he will check, I said is he around and he replied that he was supposed to be but he has a tendency of 'disappearing' (not a good sign IMO), he wasn't there. I spoke with the chef and clarified where the products were from (he was Jewish but did not seem frum). In terms of whether you should eat there ask your LOR I just present to you my experience.
The food was terrific with a great selection of cheeses and cooked items (haloumi skewers)no complaints here, a nice selection of breads etc.
An anecdote - at breakfast if you look at the wall outside there is a beautiful but rather risque quote from sefer shmuel the story of Bat Sheva I guess they took the name seriously...also alluding to the hotels view (in that Dovid Hamelech saw Bat Sheva bathing from his view), make what you want of that...
I am posting a link to my pictures so you can get a sense of what it looks like as well as some of the views (I was not successful in inserting the pictures into the review)
https://1drv.ms/f/s!AnumEPNNtPe-hTIaLH6AlXeHCCHe (https://1drv.ms/f/s!AnumEPNNtPe-hTIaLH6AlXeHCCHe)
Post by: User6669 on December 03, 2017, 05:41:30 AM
I dont give a fork.
How about spoons?
Post by: ad120 on December 03, 2017, 05:54:07 AM
Hope this is the right place for a review of our 1 night stay at the hotel, didn't feel that it qualified as a TR just a quick getaway.Thanks!
DW and I decided to take a short vacation for a day and we thought the central location of the hotel would be perfect. Booked 3k+$65 the executive room. We arrived at 4:45pm (check in from 3pm) we noticed the majority of the guests were Israeli not too many tourist maybe because of the time of the year. Check in took a few minutes as there was a line, when it was our turn I asked if I could get an upgrade to the Bat Sheva Suite, I explained that I wrote an email but did not receive a response. The receptionist seemed very nice and spent about 3 minutes clicking away, eventually she said there is one room which is not occupied but for some reason not open for occupancy, she said we could come later and possibly switch given the short nature of our stay we decided to skip that option. about 5pm we go to the room it was clean elegant and had a complimentary bottle of water + some choclates, it was definitely on the small side despite being the biggest room except the suite (according to website 20sqm). There was some issue with bolting the door so we called the desk to fix it, took quite a while for them to come.
The room was on a high floor (8/9) and we had a terrific view from the window (no balcony). As mentioned by @BrooklynCPA the bathroom does not allow for much privacy and the lighting situation is not good for shabbos, the shower was terrific with amazing pressure plus the amenities were very good dead sea products. One thing which we did is to go onto the roof to see the 'historic Jerusalem' view which truly is amazing better than anything I have seen at other hotels, you can see the old city and other directions a real panoramic view of the city, truthfully I would recommend simply going there even if you are not a guest, take the elevator to the 9th floor and you have a fantastic view. The TV is the ususall Israeli garbage with limited options, would recommend bringing your own stuff if you want to watch, you can always connect with an HDMI cable.
In the morning we went to breakfast, the first thing I did was ask to speak to mashgiach, the Arab waiter said he will check, I said is he around and he replied that he was supposed to be but he has a tendency of 'disappearing' (not a good sign IMO), he wasn't there. I spoke with the chef and clarified where the products were from (he was Jewish but did not seem frum). In terms of whether you should eat there ask your LOR I just present to you my experience.
The food was terrific with a great selection of cheeses and cooked items (haloumi skewers)no complaints here, a nice selection of breads etc.
An anecdote - at breakfast if you look at the wall outside there is a beautiful but rather risque quote from sefer shmuel the story of Bat Sheva I guess they took the name seriously...also alluding to the hotels view (in that Dovid Hamelech saw Bat Sheva bathing from his view), make what you want of that...
I am posting a link to my pictures so you can get a sense of what it looks like as well as some of the views (I was not successful in inserting the pictures into the review)
https://1drv.ms/f/s!AnumEPNNtPe-hTIaLH6AlXeHCCHe (https://1drv.ms/f/s!AnumEPNNtPe-hTIaLH6AlXeHCCHe)
That bed seems tiny!
Post by: chaim0m on December 03, 2017, 06:38:34 AM
Thanks!Yeah it seemed like a US queen sized bed, although I didn't measure or anything...
That bed seems tiny!
Post by: ludmila on December 03, 2017, 02:19:58 PM
Hope this is the right place for a review of our 1 night stay at the hotel, didn't feel that it qualified as a TR just a quick getaway.Thanks for the info and nice pictures.
DW and I decided to take a short vacation for a day and we thought the central location of the hotel would be perfect. Booked 3k+$65 the executive room. We arrived at 4:45pm (check in from 3pm) we noticed the majority of the guests were Israeli not too many tourist maybe because of the time of the year. Check in took a few minutes as there was a line, when it was our turn I asked if I could get an upgrade to the Bat Sheva Suite, I explained that I wrote an email but did not receive a response. The receptionist seemed very nice and spent about 3 minutes clicking away, eventually she said there is one room which is not occupied but for some reason not open for occupancy, she said we could come later and possibly switch given the short nature of our stay we decided to skip that option. about 5pm we go to the room it was clean elegant and had a complimentary bottle of water + some choclates, it was definitely on the small side despite being the biggest room except the suite (according to website 20sqm). There was some issue with bolting the door so we called the desk to fix it, took quite a while for them to come.
The room was on a high floor (8/9) and we had a terrific view from the window (no balcony). As mentioned by @BrooklynCPA the bathroom does not allow for much privacy and the lighting situation is not good for shabbos, the shower was terrific with amazing pressure plus the amenities were very good dead sea products. One thing which we did is to go onto the roof to see the 'historic Jerusalem' view which truly is amazing better than anything I have seen at other hotels, you can see the old city and other directions a real panoramic view of the city, truthfully I would recommend simply going there even if you are not a guest, take the elevator to the 9th floor and you have a fantastic view. The TV is the ususall Israeli garbage with limited options, would recommend bringing your own stuff if you want to watch, you can always connect with an HDMI cable.
In the morning we went to breakfast, the first thing I did was ask to speak to mashgiach, the Arab waiter said he will check, I said is he around and he replied that he was supposed to be but he has a tendency of 'disappearing' (not a good sign IMO), he wasn't there. I spoke with the chef and clarified where the products were from (he was Jewish but did not seem frum). In terms of whether you should eat there ask your LOR I just present to you my experience.
The food was terrific with a great selection of cheeses and cooked items (haloumi skewers)no complaints here, a nice selection of breads etc.
An anecdote - at breakfast if you look at the wall outside there is a beautiful but rather risque quote from sefer shmuel the story of Bat Sheva I guess they took the name seriously...also alluding to the hotels view (in that Dovid Hamelech saw Bat Sheva bathing from his view), make what you want of that...
I am posting a link to my pictures so you can get a sense of what it looks like as well as some of the views (I was not successful in inserting the pictures into the review)
https://1drv.ms/f/s!AnumEPNNtPe-hTIaLH6AlXeHCCHe (https://1drv.ms/f/s!AnumEPNNtPe-hTIaLH6AlXeHCCHe)
Post by: troner100 on December 03, 2017, 03:00:07 PM
i don't have a wyndham account, i see something about 'go fast'?
can someone help me and guide me how to book this the cheapest rate.
thanks
Post by: hvaces42 on December 03, 2017, 03:14:12 PM
Post by: zow on December 04, 2017, 09:58:46 AM
Very practical info.
Post by: zow on December 04, 2017, 09:59:09 AM
Has anyone been able to book a revenue stay at the TRYP Jerusalem with Visa Checkout? I don't see it a payment option.BUMP
Post by: shapsam on February 13, 2018, 04:58:40 PM
Wyndham Rewards will be increasing the limit on purchased and transferred points from 5,000 points per year to 10,000 points per year
Wyndham Rewards will be increasing the cost per purchased point from $11 per 1,000 purchased points to $13 per 1,000 purchased points"
http://onemileatatime.boardingarea.com/2018/02/12/wyndham-rewards-buy-points/
Post by: shapsam on February 13, 2018, 08:51:47 PM
Shhhhhhttps://www.dansdeals.com/points-travel/hotel-deals/ends-today-buy-wyndham-points-1-1-cents-tryp-jerusalem-just-98-night/
Post by: mochjas on February 13, 2018, 08:58:00 PM
Post by: davidmal on February 13, 2018, 09:39:10 PM
Didn't @Dan say he wouldn't post this? Not that I carelol. True.
Post by: Dan on February 13, 2018, 09:44:28 PM
Didn't @Dan say he wouldn't post this? Not that I careUnder any circumstances? Link?
Post by: davidmal on February 13, 2018, 09:45:21 PM
Post by: hvaces42 on February 15, 2018, 10:36:03 AM
Didn't @Dan say he wouldn't post this? Not that I care
lol. True.
Under any circumstances? Link?
Lol they made a request. But not like it wasn’t kept off ddms long enough.https://www.dansdeals.com/points-travel/hotel-deals/ends-today-buy-wyndham-points-1-1-cents-tryp-jerusalem-just-98-night/#comment-1343661
Post by: Chief Rabbi of New York on February 15, 2018, 04:28:39 PM
Post by: chaim0m on February 16, 2018, 02:44:44 AM
anyone know the mashgiach? that I can get reliable info if the kashrus is goodWhen I was there spoke to the chef who indicated that the mashgiach is not around very much...I will be going again in a few weeks and can update.
Post by: Emkay on February 16, 2018, 08:51:23 AM
Didn't @Dan say he wouldn't post this? Not that I careI still don't get the big deal. This stupid "hide common knowledge from everyone besides me" mentality is ridiculous.
Post by: hvaces42 on February 16, 2018, 09:09:48 AM
I still don't get the big deal. This stupid "hide common knowledge from everyone besides me" mentality is ridiculous.Right, hide the fact that every room is bookable for $65 plus 3k points all year including summer and sukkos is stupid.
Post by: Emkay on February 16, 2018, 09:13:15 AM
Right, hide the fact that every room is bookable for $65 plus 3k points all year including summer and sukkos is stupid.Correct, as well as selfish.
Post by: hvaces42 on February 16, 2018, 09:15:58 AM
Correct, as well as selfish.It was posted in this thread so it wasnt hidden and Dan didnt post it to DDMS for months. So it worked out well. Now lets see how long it lasts.
Post by: davidmal on February 19, 2018, 03:19:29 PM
how many people actually booked this in the past few months
while it was hidden?
4?
Post by: Chief Rabbi of New York on February 19, 2018, 04:20:21 PM
big deal.....
how many people actually booked this in the past few months
while it was hidden?
4?
i was thinking of renting out the whole hotel for succos
at $100 a night per room.
then i can charge people double for the rooms
Post by: e-Lawyer on February 20, 2018, 10:33:50 AM
Yeah it seemed like a US queen sized bed, although I didn't measure or anything...
Was breakfast extra or included when points were used to purchase?
Post by: Chief Rabbi of New York on February 22, 2018, 12:09:19 PM
Post by: runnergirl on February 22, 2018, 03:48:34 PM
Was breakfast extra or included when points were used to purchase?Included
Post by: davidmal on February 26, 2018, 03:50:46 PM
does this hotel offer shabbos meals? if yes, whats the price?if you rent the hotel out they do
Post by: Yosef_S on March 14, 2018, 02:45:41 AM
Has anyone else experienced this? Is there better availability if I call to book? Any suggestions? I'd go for cash and points or straight points.
TIA
Post by: mendyt on March 14, 2018, 02:52:15 AM
Was looking to book a points room for Shabbos HaGadol, but not seeing availability. So then I started checking a bunch of dates, and could not find a single date that had a free night award, searching various random dates in the next year.
Has anyone else experienced this? Is there better availability if I call to book? Any suggestions? I'd go for cash and points or straight points.
TIA
I would say call or email them.
I called Wyndham Rewards to book.
Online showed no availability on the TRYP website. But on the WR website, it said “call”, so I called and booked.
Post by: runnergirl on March 15, 2018, 10:12:47 AM
..
PUTPAC - same thing happened to me and when I called they dates were open.
Post by: Drago on March 24, 2018, 03:48:22 PM
Post by: Emkay on March 24, 2018, 08:46:37 PM
What's the C&P cost?3k+$65
Post by: sharabob on March 24, 2018, 08:58:10 PM
3k+$65Not anymore!
In a very Wyndham-typical move, they completely devalued the Go Fast (C&P) program without notice a few days ago.
It's now tied to the paid rate for the given night and basically offers something like a 35% discount on the paid rate in exchange for 3K points.
Plus, not all hotels even offer the Go Fast rate at all. For instance the Ramada Netanya has not Go Fast availability for the next few months at least.
Post by: Drago on March 25, 2018, 06:07:37 AM
Post by: shapsam on March 25, 2018, 10:43:01 AM
Post by: chaim0m on March 26, 2018, 10:38:49 AM
Not anymore!I am not sure that is true, it is possible that it's a function of peak season vs. off season. I noticed that as well...
In a very Wyndham-typical move, they completely devalued the Go Fast (C&P) program without notice a few days ago.
It's now tied to the paid rate for the given night and basically offers something like a 35% discount on the paid rate in exchange for 3K points.
Plus, not all hotels even offer the Go Fast rate at all. For instance the Ramada Netanya has not Go Fast availability for the next few months at least.
Post by: sharabob on March 26, 2018, 02:42:12 PM
I am not sure that is true, it is possible that it's a function of peak season vs. off season. I noticed that as well...No, it's an official (unannounced) change
Post by: chaim0m on March 27, 2018, 08:36:51 AM
No, it's an official (unannounced) changeI guess good things don't last more then a few minutes...
Post by: Dan on March 27, 2018, 08:37:37 AM
DDMS effect?ALOL
Post by: Dan on March 27, 2018, 08:38:14 AM
I guess good things don't last more then a few minutes...It's Wyndham. They're sneakier than any other hotel chain. Surprised it lasted as long as it did.
Post by: hvaces42 on March 27, 2018, 09:25:31 AM
Post by: Dan on March 27, 2018, 09:36:54 AM
"Shhh" cancelled >:(Oh please. This is a systemwide change. And that post barely got any hits.
Post by: runnergirl on March 27, 2018, 03:16:47 PM
Oh please. This is a systemwide change. And that post barely got any hits.
Glad I booked Succos when I did! :)
Post by: shmooz on March 27, 2018, 05:51:30 PM
Used this extensively
the wyndham card gives 45k points at times, thats 15 room nights at 3k plus $65 each
at netanya ramada got 4 people in suite room which is normally $400 or more during high season
includes breakfast (if you eat the hashgacha) which is awesome and rivals the waldorf
was never sure why on ddf people didnt like the ramada much, i think it's a very decent hotel
fun while it lasted
Post by: Ygold on March 27, 2018, 06:48:44 PM
Post by: davidmal on April 03, 2018, 02:09:01 PM
Oh please. This is a systemwide change. And that post barely got any hits.hahah!!!
Post by: Dan on May 08, 2019, 12:25:33 PM
Post by: Denverite on May 08, 2019, 01:55:13 PM
https://www.dansdeals.com/points-travel/hotel-deals/daily-getaway-5-8-15k-wyndham-points-175-tryp-jerusalem-just-87-night/
Thanks, just bought two! Also, above everyone is whining (I know it was a year ago...lol) about them changing the points + cash deal but now that the Tryp is only 7500 points a night and only $87.50 a night TOTAL that's WAY better! Enjoy the NEW smokin' deal now since the other one is gone!
When the Wyndham offers a 45k bonus @shmooz mentioned below, I'll plan to get that card too... six nights right next to Rechavia sounds great to me! If anyone sees that deal come up, please post in this thread.
Thanks @Dan for contributing to another amazing vacation for my family!
Post by: chaim0m on May 08, 2019, 02:24:53 PM
Unrelated: has anyone come with an infant and had any issues? (if you put anymore then 2 guests they show no availability)
Post by: Denverite on May 08, 2019, 02:45:20 PM
Anyone been there on Sukkos and know the sukkah situation?
Unrelated: has anyone come with an infant and had any issues? (if you put anymore then 2 guests they show no availability)
@runnergirl ?
Post by: runnergirl on May 08, 2019, 03:25:31 PM
Anyone been there on Sukkos and know the sukkah situation?
Unrelated: has anyone come with an infant and had any issues? (if you put anymore then 2 guests they show no availability)
Yes, we stayed there for the last days of Succos last year. They have a sukkah where they serve breakfast every morning but they don't offer any other meals.
Post by: runnergirl on May 08, 2019, 03:27:16 PM
Anyone been there on Sukkos and know the sukkah situation?
Unrelated: has anyone come with an infant and had any issues? (if you put anymore then 2 guests they show no availability)
And the reason they don't show availability when adding and 3rd person is because the rooms are incredibly small and cant accommodate a 3rd person so you should call the hotel to inquire about the infant.
Post by: chaim0m on May 08, 2019, 03:40:23 PM
And the reason they don't show availability when adding and 3rd person is because the rooms are incredibly small and cant accommodate a 3rd person so you should call the hotel to inquire about the infant.I get that I have stayed there multiple times, I just feel like (maybe unjustifiably), if the infant is not taking up any significant amount of space (sleeps with parents, or in small space) and does not eat, why then is it the hotels concern if they are present?
Post by: runnergirl on May 08, 2019, 03:44:27 PM
I get that I have stayed there multiple times, I just feel like (maybe unjustifiably), if the infant is not taking up any significant amount of space (sleeps with parents, or in small space) and does not eat, why then is it the hotels concern if they are present?
That's why I suggested that you just call the hotel. I can't imagine it will be an issue.
Post by: Denverite on May 08, 2019, 04:49:40 PM
I get that I have stayed there multiple times, I just feel like (maybe unjustifiably), if the infant is not taking up any significant amount of space (sleeps with parents, or in small space) and does not eat, why then is it the hotels concern if they are present?
It probably isn't and they most likely won't care. If the infant is going to sleep with you then I can't see them having an issue its just that the hotel may really want people to know that there really isn't any room for any other bedding (even a crib).
Post by: ADG on May 08, 2019, 05:07:33 PM
Post by: Dan on May 08, 2019, 05:09:06 PM
I bought 2 5K accounts when the go & blow was on. Anyway to top it off with another 2.5K each to but this?See the end of this post:
https://www.dansdeals.com/points-travel/hotel-deals/daily-getaway-5-8-15k-wyndham-points-175-tryp-jerusalem-just-87-night/
Or https://www.dansdeals.com/shopping-deals/restaurant-coupons/get-250-wyndham-points-every-time-order-food-doordash/
Post by: Chief Rabbi of New York on May 12, 2019, 06:55:38 PM
Post by: chaim0m on May 12, 2019, 11:35:36 PM
Any updated info on the kashrus here ?Its rabanut has not changed.
Post by: Chief Rabbi of New York on May 14, 2019, 10:26:02 AM
for 7.5k points a night !!!
Post by: chaim0m on May 14, 2019, 01:40:19 PM
Would recommend booking now if you bought points.
Post by: chaim0m on May 14, 2019, 01:40:51 PM
just booked 10 nights for the whole succosHow did you get so many points in one account?
for 7.5k points a night !!!
Post by: Pesach on May 14, 2019, 02:12:33 PM
Post by: Chief Rabbi of New York on May 14, 2019, 02:18:52 PM
Booked pesach (2nd yontif), sukkot is gone at least for any 1 or 2 nights :-(
Would recommend booking now if you bought points.
which nights are you looking ? i see open availability for the whole succos
you booked pesach next year ?
Post by: Chief Rabbi of New York on May 14, 2019, 02:37:56 PM
Booked pesach (2nd yontif), sukkot is gone at least for any 1 or 2 nights :-(
Would recommend booking now if you bought points.
just checked 1 and 2 night bookings
its open availability
Post by: chaim0m on May 14, 2019, 02:45:22 PM
Post by: chaim0m on May 14, 2019, 02:54:45 PM
just checked 1 and 2 night bookingsCan you post a screenshot, really weird that I don't see it, tried with a vpn as well...
its open availability
Post by: Chief Rabbi of New York on May 14, 2019, 03:14:39 PM
Post by: chaim0m on May 15, 2019, 01:51:24 AM
try check in the 16th and check out the 18thThank you it works for some of the days 2 nights, got 2 rooms just short for the third (need 15k), did the doordash promo hopefully that will bring me up to that in enough time.
Also FYI when you cancel a points booking the points redeposit back into account immediately.
Post by: Chief Rabbi of New York on May 15, 2019, 02:46:49 PM
is it better than the plaza? than the prima kings ?
Post by: chaim0m on May 15, 2019, 02:50:48 PM
anyone stay here recently ?Better the crown plaza which is falling apart. Not better then the kings though. It's really nice and new but very small.
is it better than the plaza? than the prima kings ?
Post by: Chief Rabbi of New York on May 15, 2019, 03:39:29 PM
Better the crown plaza which is falling apart. Not better then the kings though. It's really nice and new but very small.
i cant imagine something that is worse then the prima kings and still nice
and i meant the leonardo plaza
Post by: runnergirl on May 15, 2019, 04:04:04 PM
i cant imagine something that is worse then the prima kings and still nice
and i meant the leonardo plaza
Rooms are much smaller than the Plaza but but they are newer.
Post by: Chief Rabbi of New York on May 15, 2019, 04:10:04 PM
and why isnt everyone filling up all the point nights like what happened with the waldorf and plaza
Post by: Denverite on May 15, 2019, 05:12:57 PM
so why is it cheaper?
and why isnt everyone filling up all the point nights like what happened with the waldorf and plaza
Because rooms are teency tiny (200 sqft) and it's not a full service hotel, no pool, restaurants, Shabbos meals, etc. They just serve breakfast (like a Hampton Inn does)...lol. That's why it's so few points as well. I think people DO book here like crazy on points but it's not an aspirational redemption. It's got a great location and seems to do the job perfectly for people who come often, visiting family, etc. but not for the trip of a lifetime or people living in Israel that want a beautiful Shabbos or Yom Tov experience with meals.
Post by: Chief Rabbi of New York on May 15, 2019, 07:52:46 PM
Because rooms are teency tiny (200 sqft) and it's not a full service hotel, no pool, restaurants, Shabbos meals, etc. They just serve breakfast (like a Hampton Inn does)...lol. That's why it's so few points as well. I think people DO book here like crazy on points but it's not an aspirational redemption. It's got a great location and seems to do the job perfectly for people who come often, visiting family, etc. but not for the trip of a lifetime or people living in Israel that want a beautiful Shabbos or Yom Tov experience with meals.
Or stay the the Wyndham hotel and eat the meals at the plaza ?
Post by: Denverite on May 15, 2019, 09:46:37 PM
Or stay the the Wyndham hotel and eat the meals at the plaza ?
Can totally do that. If I stay for Shabbat, I'll probably book at least one Shabbos meal at the Waldorf because I like them there and at least I'll get 14ppd with my Aspire card.
Post by: Chief Rabbi of New York on May 16, 2019, 09:21:55 AM
Can totally do that. If I stay for Shabbat, I'll probably book at least one Shabbos meal at the Waldorf because I like them there and at least I'll get 14ppd with my Aspire card.
you also booked for succos ?
Post by: Denverite on May 16, 2019, 04:41:27 PM
you also booked for succos ?
I'm booked for the week before Sukkot at the WAJ and then Chol HaMoed at the Ritz with my last Marriott Week Certificate. :)
Post by: Chief Rabbi of New York on May 16, 2019, 04:57:01 PM
I'm booked for the week before Sukkot at the WAJ and then Chol HaMoed at the Ritz with my last Marriott Week Certificate. :)
Wow
So what about the first and last days of succos ?
Post by: Denverite on May 16, 2019, 05:12:55 PM
WowFirst days will be at friend's and since I have a full week Cert, I have the Ritz through last days but we'll probably leave most of our stuff there and also go to friends because it will be more fun for the kids to have Simchas Torah in a frumer environment and not in a hotel. :) Last year I was able to book afull 10 days at the WAJ before they blocked it but honestly it was too much for my kids with all the set meals in the hotels, was expensive (just for the food), and it wasn't as fun. When we went to friends for Simchas Torah last year they were so happy to be with friends, have toys and have "normal" food...lol. I know we are weird (or my kids are just spoiled) but I had Pesach all set this year in FL and had booked Pesach next year at the WAJ and we ended up at home this Pesach and I cancelled for next year because my kids really like to not be in a hotel on Chag.
So what about the first and last days of succos ?
Post by: ADG on July 09, 2019, 09:35:45 AM
Post by: Denverite on July 09, 2019, 11:41:08 PM
I am about ready to book this for 2 nights. But the room capacity is for 2 adults max. Will they give me a problem if a bring my kids (ages 4,3,1)?
People have posted that the rooms teeny and there won’t be room for 5 people.
Post by: shmoe joe on July 10, 2019, 12:34:23 AM
First days will be at friend's and since I have a full week Cert, I have the Ritz through last days but we'll probably leave most of our stuff there and also go to friends because it will be more fun for the kids to have Simchas Torah in a frumer environment and not in a hotel. :) Last year I was able to book afull 10 days at the WAJ before they blocked it but honestly it was too much for my kids with all the set meals in the hotels, was expensive (just for the food), and it wasn't as fun. When we went to friends for Simchas Torah last year they were so happy to be with friends, have toys and have "normal" food...lol. I know we are weird (or my kids are just spoiled) but I had Pesach all set this year in FL and had booked Pesach next year at the WAJ and we ended up at home this Pesach and I cancelled for next year because my kids really like to not be in a hotel on Chag.Music to my ears.. and I was already giving up hope on next generation that they wouldn’t know how a real יו״ט is supposed to look like!
Post by: runnergirl on July 10, 2019, 09:04:57 AM
I am about ready to book this for 2 nights. But the room capacity is for 2 adults max. Will they give me a problem if a bring my kids (ages 4,3,1)?
For sure not but may charge you $75 for a roll-a-way
Post by: davidmal on July 14, 2019, 08:45:32 AM
For sure not but may charge you $75 for a roll-a-waydue to limited space: the rollaway will be in the hallway.
Post by: ad120 on July 25, 2019, 01:01:17 AM
HT: View From The Wing
Post by: Chief Rabbi of New York on July 26, 2019, 10:32:36 AM
does anyone have the general managers email address ?
Post by: davidmal on July 31, 2019, 01:13:58 AM
Do they have suites?
Post by: Chief Rabbi of New York on August 04, 2019, 12:18:21 PM
Is it spacious ?
Also for succos, will they let someone bring in their own food and use the succah ? Since they don’t offer lunch or dinner
Post by: davidmal on August 06, 2019, 12:40:48 PM
Post by: davidmal on August 06, 2019, 12:42:08 PM
Post by: Denverite on August 07, 2019, 04:07:19 PM
does this room exist? (https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/content/dam/property-images/en-us/wt/il/others/jerusalem/50944/50944_suite_7.jpg?downsize=640:*)
I've never seen it during booking, even when paying cash.
Post by: Chief Rabbi of New York on August 07, 2019, 06:50:18 PM
I've never seen it during booking, even when paying cash.
This isnt the executive room ?
Post by: davidmal on August 08, 2019, 09:46:17 AM
Post by: chaim0m on August 08, 2019, 11:01:38 AM
Post by: runnergirl on August 08, 2019, 12:03:10 PM
I think there are 2 bat sheva suites in the whole place based on a conversation with the rep at checkin.
There is only one.
Post by: Chief Rabbi of New York on August 09, 2019, 10:54:39 AM
There is only one.
@runnergirl
does status get you upgraded to it ?
also how come it never shows for sale on wyndhams website ?
Post by: runnergirl on August 09, 2019, 12:12:25 PM
@runnergirl
does status get you upgraded to it ?
also how come it never shows for sale on wyndhams website ?
Status does not get you upgraded. I have seen availability several times on the website.
Post by: Chief Rabbi of New York on August 11, 2019, 09:28:46 PM
Status does not get you upgraded. I have seen availability several times on the website.
@runnergirl
I’ve searched through a ton of dates and not one had the suite available
Post by: Drago on August 12, 2019, 02:49:44 AM
Post by: runnergirl on August 12, 2019, 10:57:38 AM
Are they giving breakfast on award stays?
Yes breakfast is included in award stays.
Post by: Moshe26 on August 13, 2019, 10:42:46 AM
Post by: runnergirl on August 13, 2019, 10:55:44 AM
do they give a hard time checking in if booking for a friend from my account (different last names)?
Would doubt it. It's very chill.
Post by: Drago on August 14, 2019, 01:31:45 AM
Post by: ADG on September 23, 2019, 11:16:31 AM
Post by: Bosco on October 08, 2019, 10:14:07 AM
Post by: Bosco on October 10, 2019, 09:48:53 AM
Wyndham's website is showing ZERO availability for this hotel. When you go on the Tryp Jerusalem website for the hotel itself, it shows available (as does all third party booking sites). Did they stop allowing you to book through Wyndham? And most importantly, award stays?
Anyone?
Post by: Chief Rabbi of New York on October 13, 2019, 05:47:03 AM
Post by: chaim0m on October 19, 2019, 02:18:14 PM
Just checked in and was told breakfast is not included with award staysWas told this on the phone, is this new? Last time we got breakfast.
Post by: chaim0m on October 19, 2019, 02:18:37 PM
As a data point: We fit a pack and play and two of my older kids (3,4) slept on blankets on the floor. So we fit 5 in one room. Cant say we fit comfortably because the mattresses were horrible and there is a flashing red light on the ceiling, but the size was manageable.What room did you have?
Post by: Chief Rabbi of New York on October 19, 2019, 04:32:50 PM
Was told this on the phone, is this new? Last time we got breakfast.
At check in was told that
Post by: zow on October 23, 2019, 11:23:08 AM
At check in was told thatWas it enforced, or did you just not have their breakfast?
(We have stayed there twice, most recently last November, and very much enjoyed the brekkie.)
Post by: Chief Rabbi of New York on October 23, 2019, 02:38:04 PM
Was it enforced, or did you just not have their breakfast?
(We have stayed there twice, most recently last November, and very much enjoyed the brekkie.)
Just didn't have their breakfast
Post by: chaim0m on October 24, 2019, 03:52:59 AM
Was it enforced, or did you just not have their breakfast?I looked on my way to davening at the list for breakfast and was not on it so if someone had actually been there then it would be enforced (I wasnt going to go anyways)
(We have stayed there twice, most recently last November, and very much enjoyed the brekkie.)
Post by: chaim0m on October 24, 2019, 03:56:12 AM
On checkin had a long argument with rep who wanted to charge me VAT as an Israeli citizen on a points stay since in the system it shows that there is some trnasaction with Wyndham, long story short I didnt sign anything about paying and they checked me in, on checkout a different rep said there is no charge because its a points stay. Was aggravating even without the charge.
Post by: chaim0m on October 24, 2019, 03:57:51 AM
As a data point: We fit a pack and play and two of my older kids (3,4) slept on blankets on the floor. So we fit 5 in one room. Cant say we fit comfortably because the mattresses were horrible and there is a flashing red light on the ceiling, but the size was manageable.Dp - Had one room with a packnplay was fine, they didnt seem to mind me bringing it in. Second room used inflateable mattress for kid (5) was also fine.
Post by: Bosco on October 25, 2019, 03:43:22 PM
Post by: Dgindi on October 27, 2019, 11:07:23 PM
Post by: Dgindi on October 27, 2019, 11:08:01 PM
Does anyone know why theyre not showing any availability at this hotel with points (or money for that matter, unless booked on external site)?I called them to book
Post by: shapsam on October 27, 2019, 11:59:56 PM
I called them to bookYou called Wyndham?
Post by: Chief Rabbi of New York on October 28, 2019, 04:29:35 AM
I just did a Wyndham timeshare presentation today (Sunday) in NYC and they give 30k points for it. As annoying as the timeshare sales lady was, all I had to do was sit and listen for 2 hours, and I got the points. I booked my 2 nights already. Psyched!
Shouldn’t you of got 4 free nights with 30k points ?
Post by: Bosco on October 28, 2019, 10:51:03 AM
I called them to book
I want to book an award night. Wyndham's site is not letting me.
Post by: Dgindi on October 28, 2019, 05:38:49 PM
I called back to complain, and they say that "they dont have any availability at the TRYP at this time". This stinks :'(
I'm going to Israel in late June, so I have time and will keep checking with them to see if anything opens up.
Also, I've been asked by a member for info on how to book the timeshare presentation: I'm not sure if this is against DDF rules so feel free to take down my post if it is in violation. The guy's name was Abe (Pretty sure he's Jewish). Phone # 917-648-9435
Post by: yoshapman on October 29, 2019, 03:35:05 PM
Post by: Bosco on October 29, 2019, 04:07:47 PM
Anyone have any update on this hotel - I'm supposed to be staying here in a month on points, but the fact that there's no availability, no breakfast (booked a long time ago when they were providing breakfast on points), and no one answers at their email address (have tried a couple times) makes me uncomfortable staying here. How are they filling up the hotel with no availability on Wyndham's website?
There's tons of availability on their own (tryp jerusalem's) site and all third party websites. Apparently they are just not bookable on Wyndham for some reason.
Post by: Chief Rabbi of New York on October 30, 2019, 08:37:49 AM
cant they also raise the amount needed to 30k points a night
instead of blocking it for everybody
Post by: Chief Rabbi of New York on October 31, 2019, 08:37:26 AM
point bookings say
Wyndham Rewards Go Free Award Room Only
so breakfast is not included
Post by: Drago on October 31, 2019, 08:38:30 AM
tryp by wyndham pulled a fast one on everyoneBreakfast isn't standard in other hotels in the chain.
point bookings say
Wyndham Rewards Go Free Award Room Only
so breakfast is not included
Netanya recently pulled them, Hadera still gives them.
Post by: Chief Rabbi of New York on October 31, 2019, 08:45:56 AM
Breakfast isn't standard in other hotels in the chain.
Netanya recently pulled them, Hadera still gives them.
when i made the reservation it was included
now they changed it ... and didnt honor it even though when booking was made it was included
Post by: yoshapman on October 31, 2019, 10:29:31 AM
Here is the response i received from them on FB:
"Breakfast is included in the price that we offer on the website, but since you are redeeming your points, in this case the breakfast is not included, and you will get your room without any meals."
I also booked while it was still included, but doesn't seem like they care. Debating if I should switch hotels, the value is just so good on points, but might be worth switching to a bigger, nicer hotel that comes with breakfast.
Post by: shapsam on November 02, 2019, 09:51:23 PM
Post by: Chief Rabbi of New York on November 04, 2019, 06:02:59 AM
Do they upgrade elite members or any other recognition for elite status?
I got upgraded to the executive room
But they generally don’t like to do anything for Elites at this property
Post by: yoshapman on November 04, 2019, 09:30:50 AM
Post by: runnergirl on November 04, 2019, 11:25:00 AM
Breakfast is $20 p/p USD if paying.
Not worth it for what they offer.
Post by: Bosco on November 04, 2019, 01:24:32 PM
Post by: Luvisrael on November 04, 2019, 02:08:11 PM
Wyndham's website is showing ZERO availability for this hotel. When you go on the Tryp Jerusalem website for the hotel itself, it shows available (as does all third party booking sites). Did they stop allowing you to book through Wyndham? And most importantly, award stays?I recently tried booking with price line and I called them and they told me that there is no availability period. When I called the hotel itself they confirmed there are rooms available. So somethings not right in the system.
BTW while its a nice hotel, and have friendly service with tea, coffee and a complimentary breakfast, the lobby and standard rooms are teeny, I barely got my stroller through the door. Also, the bathroom is literally right next to the bed with glass door, a little blacked out on the bottom portion of it, so It can get really awkward etc. The towels they provide match the room size. The rain shower is cool though. I dont think i would go back.
Post by: Bosco on November 04, 2019, 02:17:29 PM
I recently tried booking with price line and I called them and they told me that there is no availability period. When I called the hotel itself they confirmed there are rooms available. So somethings not right in the system.
BTW while its a nice hotel, and have friendly service with tea, coffee and a complimentary breakfast, the lobby and rooms are teeny, I barely got my stroller through the door. Also, the bathroom is literally right next to the bed with glass door, a little blacked out on the bottom portion of it, so It can get really awkward etc. The towels they provide match the room size. The rain shower is cool though. I dont think i would go back.
Thanks! Availability actually just opened up today on points so I want to book just in case as a backup. Do you know if they allow a one night stay for shabbos and checkout after shabbos or require that you stay motzai shabbos as well?
Post by: Luvisrael on November 04, 2019, 02:28:21 PM
Thanks! Availability actually just opened up today on points so I want to book just in case as a backup. Do you know if they allow a one night stay for shabbos and checkout after shabbos or require that you stay motzai shabbos as well?call and ask
Post by: yoshapman on November 04, 2019, 03:00:46 PM
Post by: Bosco on November 04, 2019, 03:50:54 PM
call and ask
I did. He said no but I wanted to see if anyone had a diff experience
Post by: Denverite on November 04, 2019, 04:43:40 PM
I did. He said no but I wanted to see if anyone had a diff experience
So instead maybe ask them what is the fee for a late checkout on Saturday? It might be reasonable and not be the charge of another full night.
Post by: Denverite on November 04, 2019, 05:10:14 PM
There's points availability over all of Pesach 2020, if that's helpful to people.
Also next Sukkot has points availability. Wyndham is also have this "Stay 2 Nights or More and Save Up to 25%" sale through the end of February. I just went on the site to hopefully book some points nights during Hannukah but I ended up just paying and saving my points because it was $111 per night for Dec. 24-26. Hopefully, since it's it's a paid stay, I'll get breakfast included during this stay. :P
Post by: shapsam on November 04, 2019, 08:23:20 PM
Also next Sukkot has points availability. Wyndham is also have this "Stay 2 Nights or More and Save Up to 25%" sale through the end of February. I just went on the site to hopefully book some points nights during Hannukah but I ended up just paying and saving my points because it was $111 per night for Dec. 24-26. Hopefully, since it's it's a paid stay, I'll get breakfast included during this stay. :PDo you have a link for the "Stay 2 Nights or More and Save Up to 25%" promotion?
Post by: Drago on November 05, 2019, 03:34:57 AM
Same - are there some decent breakfast places within a couple minute walk of the hotel that aren't too expensive?
Groupon recently had vouchers for 69 shekel, similar to the 20pp someone posted
they have for some other nearby hotels as well
Or lots of cafe's have breakfasts in the center of town and mamilla
Post by: Denverite on November 05, 2019, 11:29:07 AM
Do you have a link for the "Stay 2 Nights or More and Save Up to 25%" promotion?
Mine just showed up when I searched for 2 nights and it worked just now again when I searched again on their regular website (now that promo price for Dec. 24-26 is $119 but still a smokin' deal). When I googled the promotion, it gave me this site, which does explain all the terms of the promotion, so you can use this:
https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/en-uk/hotel-deals/winter-savings (https://www.wyndhamhotels.com/en-uk/hotel-deals/winter-savings)
Here are some details (bolding is mine):
1. The Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Winter Promotion 2019/2020 (the “Promotion”) is a discount of up to 25% off the Best Available Rate per room per night at participating Wyndham Hotels & Resorts hotels in Europe, the Middle East, Eurasia and Africa. The Promotion is applicable for bookings made between 15 October 2019 and 29 February 2020 on stays between 01 November 2019 and 06 March 2020 at participating Wyndham Hotels & Resorts hotels.
2. To qualify for the discount of up to 25% off the Best Available Rate per room, bookings must be for a minimum stay of 2 consecutive nights. There is no maximum length of stay.
Post by: Dr Moose on February 11, 2020, 10:42:30 PM
Post by: Moshe26 on February 12, 2020, 09:54:30 AM
Looks like they recently raised their rates. Was looking last week and was only 7.5k a night, now it's showing 15k per night.wow looks like youre right. i just checked a bunch of dates in summer and its 15K a night. rough
Post by: Denverite on February 16, 2020, 12:00:12 AM
Looks like they recently raised their rates. Was looking last week and was only 7.5k a night, now it's showing 15k per night.
Although it’s a huge bummer, I also just checked and yup they are all showing 15k, so thanks for posting. I also just made some bookings at 7.5k just over a week ago so they must have just devalued it.
Post by: yoshapman on February 16, 2020, 10:44:34 AM
Although it’s a huge bummer, I also just checked and yup they are all showing 15k, so thanks for posting. I also just made some bookings at 7.5k just over a week ago so they must have just devalued it.
https://onemileatatime.com/wyndham-rewards-changing-award-prices/
Post by: Yehudaa on February 16, 2020, 01:23:49 PM
https://onemileatatime.com/wyndham-rewards-changing-award-prices/
https://www.dansdeals.com/points-travel/milespoints/overnight-devaluation-tryp-jerusalem-award-night-costs-doubled/
Post by: Dr Moose on April 28, 2020, 03:01:31 PM
Post by: Dr Moose on May 10, 2020, 12:55:13 AM
What are people doing about stays that need to be canceled, in regards to them doubling the amount of points required?The general manager emailed me that the hotel will be closed during the duration of my scheduled stay. I responded stating I would like them to reschedule my stay as it's not my fault they're closed and their points went up so I cannot cancel and rebook. She responded that the hotel cannot do anything and I should contact Wyndham directly.
