Discussing Luxury Accommodations: Comparing Small Luxury Hotels Against Mr. and Mrs. Smith [Episode 17]
In the latest episode of The Upgraded Points Podcast, hosts Katie Corrigan Seemann and Chris Hassan delve into the world of luxury travel, discussing two new airport lounge concepts: Sidecar by Centurion and Provisions by Admirals Club. But the main focus of the show is on two unique luxury hotel booking platforms: Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) and Mr & Mrs Smith.
Katie Seemann shares her experiences at various properties bookable through SLH or Mr & Mrs Smith, including Sailrock Resort in South Caicos, Hotel Manapany in St. Barts, and Malliouhana in Anguilla. The hosts explain the benefits of booking through these platforms, offering listeners valuable insights into the world of boutique luxury travel.
The key differences between SLH and Mr & Mrs Smith lie in their hotel collections, loyalty program affiliations, and booking options. SLH, with around 620 boutique hotels across about 90 countries, focuses on small, unique properties known for personalized service. Mr & Mrs Smith, on the other hand, features about 700 boutique and luxury hotels—English country manors, clifftop hotels, urban properties, and villas—with an average size of about 42 rooms.
SLH has a partnership with Hilton Honors, allowing guests to earn points and receive elite status benefits when booking through Hilton. Mr & Mrs Smith, recently acquired by Hyatt, has select properties participating in the World of Hyatt loyalty program, enabling points earning and some elite benefits, although not all Hyatt perks are available.
Both platforms emphasize unique, high-end, boutique experiences without big chain branding. Mr & Mrs Smith properties undergo vetting by secret shoppers and a UK-based curation team, while SLH focuses on uniqueness and personalized services at small hotels worldwide.
When it comes to booking with points, SLH properties can often be booked with Hilton Honors points, with elite status unlocking benefits such as free breakfast or upgrades. Mr & Mrs Smith bookings using Hyatt points are possible for certain hotels, but availability is still expanding.
Listeners can email the show with questions or comments at podcast@our website. The podcast can be accessed via RSS Feed, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. The episode, titled 'The Upgraded Points Podcast, episode 17', also mentions a new promo code for Roame.Travel.
There is also news about the brand new premium Citi Strata EliteSM Card. For those interested in luxury travel, this episode provides a wealth of information and insider tips, making it a must-listen for any travel enthusiast.
[1] https://www.slh.com/ [2] https://www.mrandmrssmith.com/ [3] https://world.hyatt.com/ [4] https://www.hilton.com/ [5] https://www.hiltonhonors.com/
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- Listeners can learn about two unique luxury hotel booking platforms, Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) and Mr & Mrs Smith, in the latest episode of The Upgraded Points Podcast.
- For individuals interested in boutique travel experiences without big chain branding, news about new airport lounges Provisions by Admirals Club and Sidecar by Centurion, along with information on luxurious travel platforms, are available via RSS Feed, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.
