“Comp” bookings?

Question

I have always heard you can’t book 2 deals at once but maybe that has changed? Earlier I booked a partially comped stay for June. But just decided to go for March Madness and was able to book (partially comped) again. If I go in March and don’t play some mystery amount will that affect the deal I already made for June? And will I know before arriving?

This was in the MGM group but same question for Caesars since I already booked December but could easily go sooner as well.

Answer

When it comes to "comp" bookings at major Las Vegas hotel chains like MGM and Caesars, the process can be a bit tricky, especially regarding booking multiple stays and the impact of playing/not playing during your visits. I'll break it down for you based on your questions about the MGM group and Caesars properties:

Booking Multiple Comped Stays

In the past, some casinos had rules that prevented booking multiple comped stays at once, but this has become more flexible over the years. It's not uncommon now for guests to have multiple comped stays booked at the same time, as long as they are within the same system (MGM group, Caesars, etc.). However, each booking is often treated individually, so you shouldn't have any major issues booking stays for both June and March (or December with Caesars) if they are made separately.

MGM Group: With MGM properties, they typically allow you to book comped stays for different dates without affecting your existing bookings. However, the specific "play" requirements can vary. If you don't meet certain play thresholds during your March visit (whether or not you’re notified beforehand), it may affect your eligibility for future comps, but this is often tied to your level of play at that property, and they usually review this periodically.
Caesars Properties: The same logic applies to Caesars. As long as the bookings are separate, you can have them scheduled without one affecting the other. However, if you’re comped in one trip (like for December), Caesars will look at your play on the current visit to determine future comps, but this won't directly impact your existing reservation unless you fall into a loyalty or "play threshold" category.

Impact of Not Playing Enough During Your Stay

If you don’t play enough during your stay in March, it typically won’t retroactively affect any comps or deals you’ve already booked for future stays, like your June reservation. However, casinos track your "play" on a per-trip basis, so if you don't meet the expected spend during your stay in March, it might affect the amount of comps or the deals you can get in the future.

For example, if you’ve booked a stay at a discounted rate (partially comped), and you don’t gamble much during your stay in March, the casino may not offer the same level of comp or discount on future bookings unless you meet their play requirements during your upcoming visits.

Will You Know Before You Arrive?

Generally, casinos do not notify you about the status of your future comps until after your stay, when they review your play. However, you can often check your player's club account or call the hotel to inquire about your current play and potential future comps. Some programs may provide a "play threshold" or "loyalty tier" that helps you understand how much play you need to maintain your comped status for future visits.

Recommendations

Stay in Communication: It’s always a good idea to keep an open line of communication with the casino host or the customer service team at the property where you’re booked. If you have any questions or concerns about your current booking or future comps, they can give you a better idea of how your play will affect your upcoming stays.
Check Player's Club Status: Keep an eye on your player's club status and how it changes based on your play. If you're worried about affecting your June booking, you could always try to get a better sense of how much you need to play during your March visit to maintain your comp level.

Final Thoughts

In summary, while booking multiple comped stays with MGM or Caesars should not affect your existing reservations, it’s important to keep track of your play to ensure you maintain the level of comps you're used to. If you don’t meet the play requirements during your March trip, it could impact future comps, but not necessarily the bookings you've already made. Always check with the casino host or service desk to get a clearer picture of how your play might impact your future stays.

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