If you suspect your comp account may be reduced by the cost of your room, as
happens at Mandalay Bay properties and others, try this -- before you book
in, check your comp account and get a comp then for a meal. Then check in. I
did this at Luxor and got a free buffet, which was a good thing, because
they then charged the cost of the room to my comp account, wiping out the rest
of the comps - leaving nothing for meals. This is one reason why it might be
good to book in at a RFB or Limited RFB rate through a host if possible -
thus you are guaranteed at least some meals with your stay.
Also the amount of comps deducted will depend on the type of room you had.
One of my friends got an offer for a suite at T.I. and took it and although
he played a lot, ended up without enuogh comps for a show, because they took
so much for a room. The next time he checked in he asked for the cheapest
room they had. Then he ended up with enough comps for his show and meals.
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