Thai miles for hotel stay.

[lasingmao]

I am thinking of redeming 12000 Thai miles for a night at the Marriott Bangkok. I’ve never done this before and I was wondering if I will get charged any cash, or will the points be all I need. Reading through the booklet there is mention of taxes, service charges and expenses. Will I get hit with some of these even if I resist the temptation to use the mini bar and loom service?

[torrenova]

Usually when you redeem points for rooms then that is everything except any additional costs you incur.

 

I suppose it is theoretically possible for them to request any government tax but where this is a percentage, "x" percentage of zero would still be zero.

 

Always confirm to be sure though. make sure whether breakfast is included too as both Marriotts do splendid breakfasts.

[CheshireTom]

lasingmao,

 

If it is the same as the Sheraton you will get hit for 10% service and 7% tax on what they determine to be the cash equivalent of your stay.

 

Tom

[Dingo]

Make sure the miles are worth it. Sometimes they are not when it comes to hotels.

 

Marriott is a 90-110USD hotel. Your 12,000 could be worth more on a strange flight somewhere (not Thai domestic). Just me 2B worth...

[Dingo]

Forgot...

Was talking bout JW Marriott on the Sukumwit

[Sved]

Dingo

 

Second that. To purchase 12.500 miles will cost you 250 USD