I am gold since 2009 and now platinum. In this time I try to avoid Courtyards. Why?
You do not get free breakfast or points for food and rarely upgrades. In toto in cities with Marriott/Renaisance and Courtyard the Marriott/Renaissance Hotels are cheaper.
Why does only Courtyard do not offer breakfast? What are the reasons for you to stay at this brand, if you are Platinum or Gold?
Thanks,
HEnning
pluto77 I think you will have something very valuable to add to this discussion!
There are also several other threads that discuss the issues with CY. Take a look you will find it enlightening. Including I think I'm Cured.
I agree, there isn't much for an elite traveler at a CY. They are mundane in appearance and comfort and few if any benefits. I avoid them if at all possible.
I'll only stay there if there is nothing else or not worth the price difference. But if I am staying for any length of time I'll stay in a RI and take less points to avoid a CY.
Happy Travels!
Kim