What is Preferred Hotels & Resorts Platinum

Frequently Asked Questions by ClassicTravel.com Members

• Do I have to choose between loyalty points and Preferred Hotels & Resorts Platinum benefits? link

  No need to choose—you receive both!

  If you're enrolled in I Prefer Hotel Rewards (the brand's loyalty program), you'll continue earning points on eligible stays.

• Can I combine Preferred Platinum booking with Preferred Hotels promotions and exclusive offers? link

  Often, yes—but property-specific terms and conditions apply.

  Your ClassicTravel.com advisor will ensure you receive the best possible combination of benefits.

• What's the best way to book a Preferred Hotels & Resorts stay—Platinum program or Virtuoso? link

  Since ClassicTravel.com is proudly affiliated with Virtuoso and is also a preferred partner of Preferred Hotels & Resorts through Preferred Hotels & Resorts Preferred Platinum Program, you may occasionally notice both Virtuoso and Preferred Hotels & Resorts Preferred Platinum Program rates are available when browsing Preferred Hotels & Resorts on our site.

  When to Book Preferred Hotels & Resorts Platinum:

  Always choose Preferred Hotels & Resorts Platinum Program rate when booking Preferred Hotels & Resorts properties. This is Preferred Hotels & Resorts' exclusive preferred partner program, and offers the best VIP status at the hotel. They will also see that the booking is coming from a Virtuoso agency! The best of both worlds.

  When to Book Virtuoso Rates:

  Book the Virtuoso rate when you're staying at luxury hotels that are part of the Virtuoso network but not part of a separate preferred partner program.

• What properties are included in the Platinum portfolio? link

  The Preferred Hotels & Resorts Platinum program works with a curated selection of luxury properties across the brand's LEGEND and LVX collections—spanning over 300 hotels in more than 50 countries. These include iconic city hotels, boutique retreats, beach resorts, and historic estates.