“If you stay with the same chain on a regular basis and are a member of their rewards program, the better the chances you have of getting the red carpet rolled out for you when checking in,” they said.
“Signing up for, and using, hotel loyalty rewards programs will always be the easiest way to get a free hotel upgrade.”
One sneaky way to ensure you’ve got more of a chance of getting an upgrade is to give consideration to your jewellery.
If hotel staff spot a shiny new wedding ring they may be more inclined to hand out an upgrade.
