• Europe,  Hotels,  Spain,  Valencia

    New Review – AC Hotel Valencia by Marriott

    12/11/2025 / No Comments

    For my stay in Valencia, I was looking for a hotel that is simple and without much fuss. That’s why I chose the AC Valencia by Marriott, which perfectly met these requirements. Booking There was a pleasant surprise here: I was able to book through a cashback site. However, this was considered a direct booking, so I also received the full points and benefits. Check-In The check-in was a bit slower than expected. It wasn’t really complicated, but the speed and attention given to my benefits as a Lifetime Platinum…

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  • Denver,  Hotels,  North America

    New Review: SpringHill Suites Denver Downtown

    24/07/2025 / No Comments

    After two stylish nights at The Art Hotel Denver, it was time for a change of scenery. I had two main reasons for switching hotels: First, I wanted to stay closer to Ball Arena (formerly Pepsi Center) to catch a hockey game; second, I wanted to explore a new property and earn some Marriott Bonvoy points. As always, I booked directly via the Marriott website to make the most of my Elite status benefits. 🛎️ Check-In – Friendly, Despite Ongoing Renovations at that time When I arrived, it was clear that renovations were in full swing. Parts of the…

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  • Hotels,  North America,  Tampa

    New Review – Tampa Airport Marriott – Perfect for Late Arrivals

    24/07/2025 / No Comments

    Since I arrived late in the evening with Edelweiss and had an early morning flight to Denver, I chose the Tampa Airport Marriott for its unbeatable convenience.Located directly inside the airport, it’s just a short walk: two floors up from baggage claim, a brief walk down a hallway — and you’re at the front desk. 🛎️ Check-In – Could Be Smoother The check-in process was a bit sluggish. It took some time for someone to show up, and once they did, the process still felt unnecessarily slow.That said, I did receive a few Marriott Bonvoy perks thanks to my…

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  • Hotels,  North America,  Tampa

    New Review – Marriott Tampa Westshore Hotel, Florida

    24/07/2025 / No Comments

    During my recent trip to Tampa, I stayed at another property from the Marriott chain – as always, booked via the official Marriott website with cashback.(How the cashback process works you will find under Guides) One clear advantage right up front:✅ Free parking!Not a given in Tampa, where many hotels charge extra fees for this. 🛎️ Check-In – Needs Improvement Unfortunately, the check-in experience was slow and unwelcoming. Despite no other guests being present, the front desk staff seemed more preoccupied with themselves than with me as a guest.Not a major issue – but definitely not…

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  • Chile,  Hotels,  Santiago de Chile,  South America

    New Review – Courtyard Santiago Airport (SCL)

    13/03/2025 / No Comments

    Introduction to Santiago Airport Santiago’s Arturo Merino Benítez International Airport (SCL) is a major hub in South America, serving as a gateway to Chile and other regional destinations. For travelers with early flights or late arrivals, staying at an airport hotel can be very convenient. The Courtyard by Marriott Santiago Airport is one such option, offering a practical and comfortable stay near the airport. Booking I booked this hotel directly, waiting for a cashback promotion that eventually offered 4%. This strategy allowed me to save a bit on my stay.…

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  • Europe,  Frankfurt,  Germany,  Hotels

    New Review – Moxy Frankfurt Airport (FRA)

    13/03/2025 / No Comments

    Introduction Even though it might seem like “another Moxy,” I decided to visit this one and share my thoughts and experiences from my short stay in this review. Moxy hotels are known for their modern, youthful vibe and efficient service, making them a popular choice for travelers looking for a hassle-free stay. Booking Everything was quite last-minute, but I managed to book this Moxy at the airport through the Cashback website at a good price. For comparison, the Sheraton or Hilton were both over €100 more expensive, and since I…

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  • Europe,  Hotels,  Latvia,  Riga

    New Review – AC Hotel by Marriott, Riga (RIX)

    07/03/2025 / No Comments

    Location and booking I booked this AC hotel by using a cashback site (not Shoop this time, but I can also recommend it and have described it here) which gave me another 4% discount. It is quite central and everything can be reached quickly from here. A trip from the airport costs around 9 euros, depending on the time, and a cab should be around 15 euros. Check In Unfortunately, the familiar upgrade game was played here. All the better categories were cheerfully sold, but even as a Titanium member,…

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