We were originally planning to spend two nights post-cruise at the IC Moorea using an Ambassador certificate, but the IC Moorea is already full that weekend. So I booked two nights pre-cruise, but can’t use an Ambassador certificate because we won’t be there on weekend nights. However, I just reached Priority Club Platinum status, which apparently entitles me a free room upgrade at IC hotels just like the Ambassador Club would. Now I’m wondering if I should bother paying the $150 to join the Ambassador Club since I don’t know when I’ll use the coupon and should be able to get the room upgrade with my Priority Club Platinum. Has anyone had experience receiving a room upgrade at an IC hotel with their Priority Club Platinum? Should I contact the hotels now for a room upgrade in November or wait until we get there?

Hi Mrs. R,

Benefits for PC -

Club Member Benefits

Redeem points instantly for hotel stays
No blackout dates for Reward Nights
Purchase points or transfer them between member accounts
Points never expire
3,600 locations to earn and redeem
Fastest way to Elite status
Custom rewards with the Personal Shopper program
Collect points or airline miles
Online personal account access
Exclusive offers sent via email communications
Complimentary weekday newspaper
Extended check-out

Gold Member Benefits

All Club level member benefits, plus:
10% point bonus on base points
Priority Check-InSM
Access to the exclusive Gold Elite Phone Number

Platinum Member Benefits

All Club level member benefits, plus:
50% point bonus on base points
Priority Check-In
Complimentary room upgrades available at check-in
(I copied the PC benefits from the PC site. Upgrades subject to availability is stated within the official site)
Guaranteed room availability (72 hours in advance)
Access to the exclusive Platinum Elite Phone Number


Don't wait until you get there. When booking your reservation, advise the property that you are a Platinum level PC member, giving them your PC number, and at the time of booking, request an upgrade. This request will then be noted in your reservation. Every effort is made to provide you with an upgrade. However, upgrades can never be guaranteed and always subject to availability.