Internet Access at Marriotts

[Danette]

Does Marriott typically charge for internet access? In an effort to build up points I made a hotel reservation and the description mentioned a $9.95 per day charge for internet access (even when upgrading to the concierge level). This was at a Marriott hotel and not a MVCI resort. So I am wondering if this is specific to their hotels since I remember reading that the resorts do not charge?

thanks!

 

[GaryDouglas]

Their hotels do, TSs don't (only my personal experience, so far)...

 

[mas]

Not all of their hotels charge for internet service. Many Courtyards have free access.

 

[luv2vacation]

Also most, if not all, Fairfield Inns have free access.

 

[Werner Weiss]

Most full-service Marriott and Renaissance hotels charge for high-speed Internet access. In the United States, the typical charge is $9.95 per 24 hours.

Limited-service Marriott brands — such as Courtyard, Fairfield Inn, Springhill Suites, Towneplace Suites, and Residence Inn — generally provide free high-speed Internet access. At least, that's been my experience (which is limited to the United States).

I recently stayed at a full-service Marriott at Long Beach Airport for several days. Wireless Internet in the lobby was free, but wired Internet in the rooms was $9.95 daily. After using my MacBook in the lobby, I discovered that I could successfully pick up the wireless from the lobby in my room.

 

[mickeypops]

At the Renaissance London Heathrow it's £15 (yes - pounds) per night.

 

[Kola]

Their hotels do, TSs don't...

It depends on the T/S location. We had free access at Marriott's Grand Chateau (LV) and at Seaview (NJ), but there was a charge at both Grande Vista and Doral (Fl)

K.

 

[Kola]

BTW, I wonder if someone could confirm Marriott's internet policy at Canyon Villas, Phoenix, Az where we are heading in a few weeks ? Can't wait to experience a 2nd week at Westin Villas as well !

K.

 

[dougef]

My understanding was that all MVCI properties now provide free internet in the villas. It may be wired or wifi depending on the location.