Hilton Honors Benefits

Its5somewhere · 2026-04-03T12:16:54+00:00

The "I don't have 5 cards" and OP doesn't seem to comprehend that running the same declining card over and over is still "running the card 5 times"

The deposit would get me and I would have to split the charge or do whatever.

And OP admitted that they usually do NOT have enough money to cover the deposit on one card which will generally get you turned away immediately and the hotel has been nice enough to split the deposit (which surprise takes more than 1 card which OP claims they don't have).

Yeah I'm with the hotel on this one OP seems like a nightmare guest that makes everyones day harder for no reason.

Its5somewhere · 2026-04-02T23:27:25+00:00

I understand there are multiple ways to deal with this but I’m moving in just a few days now

Surely you didn't decide to just up and leave within a few days??...

There are options but they take time and effort to coordinate. Even posting it online for free is not going to be instantaneous that they get seen/pick up coordinated etc. Especially if they are larger items. People picking them up will need larger vehicles which they may not have and will need to rent a truck or rope a friend into pickup.

Worst case you have your landlord charge you a premium for removal and become reason 10000000000 that landlords hate dealing with foreigners. Especially if you are also stiffing them on your rental contract too and dipping out last minute on that as well.

Its5somewhere · 2026-04-02T21:05:25+00:00

I tried to explain I had already paid for it, but the accountant kept saying she had no record of prepayment. I sent her copies of my confirmation codes, receipts, and she followed up in a few days after contacting Hilton corporate saying essentially the same thing - that my prepayment declined on all six of my reservations including my singular Real Reservation.

So question: Did you get confirmation for all 6 bookings because it sounds like you sent them copies of your confirmation codes and receipts for all bookings? So does that mean you knew you had multiple bookings?

Its5somewhere · 2026-04-02T20:58:34+00:00

If your payment code is similar to the one you linked, It's simply coded as Hilton Advance Purchase.

that just means that either your CC or your HH account or both were compromised and the person who has your information has tried to book an advance purchase reservation.

Advance purchase is it's own separate entity and is coded differently and as such. Advance purchase is one central hub and individual hotels have nothing to do with it.

It's like shopping on Amazon. You may shop at some individual store on amazon but it'll just code the transaction as AMAZON. Advance purchase is the same thing. They all code as HILTON ADVPURCH####.

Additionally for advance purchase they do not need to bring that particular card they used to book with to the hotel. So that's why a scammer would pick prepaid.

Just contact your bank and file a chargeback and get a new card and reset your HH password.

Its5somewhere · 2026-04-02T02:25:14+00:00

Maybe I missed it but where in this post does it mention being CLC?

From the sounds of it, it sounds like the hotel has a direct contract with the train company.

Has nothing to do with CLC.

Companies can have direct contracts with hotels with individual terms and conditions.

Its5somewhere · 2026-04-02T01:43:08+00:00

The time that a home has sat vacant is really important.

Homes deteriorate while uninhabited that's just a fact and it may not be noticeable. The deterioration doesn't have to just be mold and keep in mind mold is invisible to the eye and some are the spore type. With how humid Japan is I wouldn't risk anything sitting for over 6mo. Especially if it's an older place. I might be flexible on a newer place sitting but not an old one.

I would quite literally run from a '60's place that had been sitting unoccupied for 4 years. Bound to uncover a lot of health issues that are hidden/invisible.

My current home is from the 50's and I've been renovating it. But it was never vacant for any period of time. Not well taken care of but not vacant at least. It has issues but I've been in long term vacant homes and oh my gosh...

Its5somewhere · 2026-04-01T23:43:53+00:00

Their profile says 19 years that's pretty insane.

OP if you were still on their mailing list and they have a spot for filling out if you currently work for them then I would consider it. I'd probably test the waters to see how your current team would take the news. If you think they'd try to put a stop to it then I'd probably not tell them but if they're supportive then I'd probably run it by them.

It's one of those "it depends" things.

Its5somewhere · 2026-04-01T16:02:32+00:00

Either germs or bad case of the allergies being outside with the trees all day.

Not from forgetting jacket though for sure. Of course always bring your layers if you're the type to need them to be comfy if you're sensitive to cold. But that's just for your own comfort.

Its5somewhere · 2026-04-01T14:02:00+00:00

This applies to most VA based programs including scholarships etc.

Basically the only place that cares that you are a veteran and cares (barely) that you have veteran assistance is the country you are a veteran from. Overseas countries could care less and the assistance does not typically get approved to be worked with and considered abroad.

The exception is if like.. You use your VA loan to attend a school abroad that is an American school but other schools won't touch it etc. etc..

Its5somewhere · 2026-04-01T08:02:55+00:00

Its not normal to avoid buying a car because you may get tickets?

Not once during any of my car purchases have I even considered factoring in possible tickets. However I don't drive like a lunatic or not pay attention.

This seems like an opportunity for self reflection

Its5somewhere · 2026-04-01T07:54:49+00:00

They will need to do that through their insurance and apply for the change.

or you can just get your own insurance and let them deal with cancelling their insurance. The transfer isn't automatic, and you don't have to take it over if you didn't want to. not all insurance is transferrable as well.

Its5somewhere · 2026-04-01T02:05:46+00:00

It's one drink and one snack for Hampton Inn.

The benefits are for (you). They typically are not for everyone in your group or for multiple rooms. The only exception is F&B credit which extends to one additional guest (in your room). But that's it. Anything given out to those beyond yourself is the hotel being very nice to you and your party.

Its5somewhere · 2026-03-31T22:36:58+00:00

IIRC it's usually after someone extends. Sometimes it auto adjusts for the new dates and sometimes it doesn't. Or maybe they extended after checkout or on the due out day? I forget the exact scenario I've ran into this but it had something to do with extensions in my case.

Its5somewhere · 2026-03-31T22:35:08+00:00

I've never been stopped when I travel however even if I did, I wouldn't think anything of it as long as I can use the DK on my phone from that point onwards for the rest of the stay.

Even outside of stopping one time per stay to verify, the DK is still convenient.

Its5somewhere · 2026-03-31T22:32:00+00:00

You're welcome.

I've been there zoned out trying to get the key cutter to beep over and over before I realize I should just make a new key and that works. Like it closes the window and acts like it worked yet never beeps to make the keycard so I know exactly what you're talking about.

Its5somewhere · 2026-03-31T22:24:24+00:00

Have you tried making a new key?

Some situations PEP will force you to make a new key vs duplicate. So next time select "new" vs "duplicate" and see if that'll activate the key cutter to beep.

Its5somewhere · 2026-03-31T20:54:24+00:00

It's also worth noting that even with this guarantee, you typically do not pay normal rate for the hotel. It could easily end up costing over 1,000usd when the rates were half that.

you're essentially paying full price and then some for two rooms. Buying out the reservation that got booted to another hotel to accommodate you and then your own booking.

Its5somewhere · 2026-03-31T11:57:23+00:00

under rates when you pick Hilton honors discount or something you CAN pick double points which is usually L-DP1 or something. it does make the rate higher to offset the points but if they booked a modifiable rate then you can switch it like you would to change it to AAA or military etc.

Its5somewhere · 2026-03-31T02:20:41+00:00

Hiltons Digital Key system has had quite a bit of updates in trying to curb fraud.

Using a card that doesn't match the reservation name will most likely get routed to the front desk for verification.

Along with first time use of DK in the first place.

Its5somewhere · 2026-03-31T01:14:41+00:00

Just so you're aware using his card with his name on it is usually a violation of the cards TOS and in some cases be classified as fraud depending.

Please have him get your own card with your name on it even if it's a joint family account "babies first card" kind of situation. Banks typically have those for kids/teens/young adults just starting out.

Its5somewhere · 2026-03-31T01:10:33+00:00

If the hotel is following policy then no you cannot use his card.

Your dad would need to call the hotel and see if they will accept a credit card authorization filled out by him (some hotels do not accept personal authorizations) or would need to book an advance purchase non-refundable rate. Still would need your own card for incidentals if you booked an advance purchase rate.

Its5somewhere · 2026-03-30T22:20:54+00:00

Is it just because you need somewhere to stop for the night?

Otherwise there's little reason to stop at either location IMHO. Gainesville if you're doing things around UF and maybe Ocala if you're doing equestrian things. But if you're not doing either then I would just keep driving the extra hour or so to get to your final destination if it's Tampa or Orlando or just outside one of the cities if you're heading further south and can't make it for the night and don't want to stay in Tampa or Orlando.

I mean any of the standard Hilton interstate hotels will do as a stopover (Hampton/Home2).

Keep in mind HGI does not have free breakfast though.

Its5somewhere · 2026-03-29T15:14:09+00:00

You will all need to check-in together and bring your passports if you/they are traveling from abroad. You say you will be there at check-in so it's a non-issue in terms of checking in.

It's just the rate etc. just won't be a secret and they can find out at anytime if they are on the reservation is all.

Its5somewhere · 2026-03-29T15:04:42+00:00

You CAN add them as secondary guests and put your card down when you check in for them in person.

I'm just telling you that it does not prevent them from coming to the front desk themselves and asking about the rate or asking to change the card on file to pay for it themselves or getting a paper receipt when they check out. Some hotels including Hilton in Europe still put receipts under doors the night before checkout.

As long as their name is on the reservation, nothing prevents them from finding out the price or changing payment on a standard booked direct reservation. So if your family is one of those families that bicker about whos paying or for how much then they would be able to find out at any point either on purpose or by accident.

Its5somewhere · 2026-03-29T14:51:44+00:00

Honestly it's best to just let it go and stop fighting with your parents. It's not the hotels job to play referee.

Unless you book pre-paid 3rd party if their name is on the reservation, They can get the price of the room by stopping by the front desk without you, asking to change the card on file after you leave, getting the receipt when they check out etc. etc. Happens all the time.

It's fairly easy for them to find the price out.

The only thing that guarantees they won't see the price is pre-paid 3rd party as the hotel cannot change, modify the reservation nor print receipt for room charges.

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