$20 Sandwich at check in
February 28th, 2022 at 2:06:55 PM
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So has anyone had any luck putting a $20 bill between your ID and CC when checking in at your hotel? Rooms is instantly available or a nice upgrade to a suite?
February 28th, 2022 at 3:09:26 PM
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What I want to know is, has anyone ever tried this, only for the clerk to pocket the $20 and say, "Sorry, but there's nothing available...oh, but thanks for the tip"?
February 28th, 2022 at 3:22:37 PM
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I think I've got my money's worth over the years. There may have been a few times where I would have gotten the same room without it but I know I've been upgraded and allowed early check-in on a number of occasions. I've been given suites far in excess of my play.
I don't slide it to them, I openly give it to them in advance.
I don't slide it to them, I openly give it to them in advance.
The older I get, the better I recall things that never happened
February 28th, 2022 at 3:40:55 PM
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Why deal with the front desk? Use the app to check-in and get a digital key
It’s all about making that GTA
February 28th, 2022 at 3:51:41 PM
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Quote: Ace2Why deal with the front desk? Use the app to check-in and get a digital key
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You are missing the point. Vegas is a tipping town, and some hotels are real sticklers for not letting you check-in before their check-in period. The employees who are stuck behind the front desk are not compensated in the form of any gratuities like most positions in the service industry so the “$20 sandwich” apparently goes a long ways. From what I have heard. Just wondered if you folks who have flown into Vegas have tried it!
February 28th, 2022 at 3:56:35 PM
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I did a modified version at Trump last month. I gave my ID and CC, and held the $20 in plain view. I asked if there were any complimentary upgrades, and got bumped from a basic king to a 1 BR suite on the 56th floor. I then handed the clerk my $20.
I also got an upgrade at NoMad last May just by asking, but I tipped the clerk $20 when he came through. The bottom line is that it may work, and it also may work without the $20. YMMV.
I also got an upgrade at NoMad last May just by asking, but I tipped the clerk $20 when he came through. The bottom line is that it may work, and it also may work without the $20. YMMV.
The app won't offer a free upgrade. The front desk clerk often will, if you ask.Quote: Ace2Why deal with the front desk? Use the app to check-in and get a digital key
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February 28th, 2022 at 7:06:55 PM
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$50 is the new $20. You’ll have more luck if it’s a slower time.
February 28th, 2022 at 9:07:20 PM
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I've had luck in the past, but I've heard that heteronormative couples tend to have more luck with it, especially if they mention it's a birthday or anniversary.
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March 1st, 2022 at 1:30:26 PM
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Quote: FinsRule$50 is the new $20. You’ll have more luck if it’s a slower time.
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Probably correct on this one. Putting the money in plain view might be frowned upon. Meaning it’s a gray area whether they are allowed to receive a gratuity. This is why they call it a sandwich. Discrete.
March 1st, 2022 at 2:11:23 PM
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When I mentioned "in plain sight," I meant strictly the sight of the clerk. I essentially palmed the (twice folded) $20 but with the top of the bill showing. I figure that's more discrete than the sandwich. From what I understand, they typically take the sandwich, and lay the $20 bill on the counter while they process your ID and CC. The other reason I did it like that was to avoid the situation where I don't get an upgrade and the clerk still has my $20!Quote: VegasriderProbably correct on this one. Putting the money in plain view might be frowned upon. Meaning it’s a gray area whether they are allowed to receive a gratuity. This is why they call it a sandwich. Discrete.
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BTW, there is another Vegas website that has a Message Board which contains a whole section of threads devoted to the $20 trick, by hotel, that you may find useful.
"Dealer has 'rock'... Pay 'paper!'"
March 1st, 2022 at 3:22:07 PM
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Why wouldn't they be allowed to accept tips?
The older I get, the better I recall things that never happened
March 1st, 2022 at 11:33:37 PM
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It's not a TIP, it's a bribe (Oftentimes, It doesn't even work any better than just simply asking)Quote: billryanWhy wouldn't they be allowed to accept tips?
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Obviously, the check-in people don't want you to know that.
People who have blogs, various websites, YouTube channels with tips and tricks need as many tips as they can conjure up.
♪♪Now you swear and kick and beg us That you're not a gamblin' man Then you find you're back in Vegas With a handle in your hand♪♪ Your black cards can make you money So you hide them when you're able In the land of casinos and money You must put them on the table♪♪ You go back Jack do it again roulette wheels turinin' 'round and 'round♪♪ You go back Jack do it again♪♪
