I’m often asked about the limits of “extending” hotel elite status to friends and family. This question most commonly comes in one of two forms:
So let me address this question, for anyone who may be wondering a similar thing. Let me note that if you’re booking multiple rooms and you’re staying, there are other strategies to maximize hotel elite perks. This is more intended for booking hotel stays for others when you’re not staying.
Officially the answer is still no, which is because the terms of major hotel programs say you have to actually be staying in the room in order to use elite perks and earn points.
A great solo travel tip spotted this week on One Mile at a Time.
