How Advisors Secure Upgrades with Four Seasons Hotels
How Advisors Secure Upgrades with Four Seasons Hotels
Maximize Your Luxury Experience with Stars Desk, a Four Seasons Preferred Partner
When it comes to ultra-luxury travel, few experiences compare to staying at a Four Seasons Hotel. From the Maldives overwater villas to Parisian city suites, every property promises exceptional service, exquisite design, and unforgettable memories. But did you know that the difference between a standard room and a premium suite or private villa often comes down to how you book?
At Stars Desk, we are proud to be a Four Seasons Preferred Partner, which means our clients enjoy exclusive perks, room upgrades, and concierge-level service that aren’t available to the general public. This post explains how top advisors secure upgrades with Four Seasons Hotels, so you can understand why booking through a certified partner makes all the difference.
Why Booking Through a Preferred Partner Matters
Four Seasons Hotels operate differently from standard hotel chains. While booking directly online or via third-party platforms guarantees a room, preferred partners have access to exclusive benefits, including:
Room upgrades when available
Complimentary amenities like breakfast, spa credits, or dining experiences
Early check-in or late check-out when possible
Personalized service tailored to your preferences
These benefits are the result of long-standing relationships between certified travel advisors and Four Seasons management, which allows partners to secure perks well beyond standard booking options.
How Advisors Secure Upgrades
There are several strategies that experienced advisors, like those at Stars Desk, use to secure upgrades for clients:
1. Leveraging Preferred Partner Status
Four Seasons Preferred Partners have direct access to hotel reservation teams and management. This means:
Advisors can request upgrades at the time of booking rather than waiting for availability at check-in.
Partners often receive room allocation priority, especially at high-demand properties.
Exclusive packages or promotions may include automatic suite enhancements for clients.
At Stars Desk, our Four Seasons Preferred Partner status ensures our clients are automatically considered for suite upgrades and special amenities across the portfolio.
2. Timing and Availability
Advisors monitor property calendars and anticipate peak vs. low demand periods:
Low-demand periods: More likely to secure complimentary upgrades due to higher availability
High-demand periods: Early bookings are critical to reserve premium suites or villas
Advisors can also negotiate pre-booked suite inventory for clients traveling during busy seasons, ensuring the best room category even when the hotel is close to full
3. Understanding Guest Preferences
Luxury upgrades aren’t random. Advisors like Stars Desk communicate client preferences directly to the hotel:
Bed type, room orientation, and floor level
Views (ocean, city skyline, or courtyard)
Special requests (accessibility, connecting rooms, or privacy requirements)
Hotels prioritize upgrades when they can match the room to the guest’s preferences, increasing the likelihood of a perfect upgrade.
4. Combining Packages and Promotions
Four Seasons often offers exclusive partner packages that include perks like:
Spa credits
Private dining experiences
Resort or villa amenities
Late check-out or early check-in
Advisors combine these offers with suite upgrade requests, creating a seamless experience that maximizes value. For example, a Stars Desk client booking a suite at Four Seasons Maldives may receive:
Complimentary breakfast for two
$300 spa credit
Early check-in and late check-out
An automatic upgrade to a beachfront villa
5. Building Relationships with Hotel Teams
Top advisors maintain direct relationships with hotel managers, concierge teams, and reservation specialists. This personal connection allows them to:
Make custom requests for VIP clients
Advocate for upgrades or special arrangements in real time
Ensure a personalized experience from check-in to departure
Stars Desk has cultivated these relationships globally, allowing our clients to enjoy upgrades and amenities that are simply not available through online bookings.
Types of Upgrades Available
Depending on the property and suite availability, upgrades can include:
Ocean view to beachfront villa
City room to executive suite
Standard suite to a two-bedroom suite with private terrace
Enhanced amenities such as welcome gifts, spa credits, or in-room dining experiences
Preferred partners often have insight into which properties are most likely to accommodate upgrades, allowing clients to make informed choices when selecting hotels.
How Stars Desk Enhances the Upgrade Experience
At Stars Desk, we go beyond simply requesting upgrades. We ensure that every aspect of your stay is tailored to you:
Pre-arrival Concierge: Communicate dietary restrictions, preferences, and special celebrations
Room Selection Strategy: Analyze views, room orientation, and proximity to amenities
On-property Experience: Coordinate spa reservations, private dining, and excursions in advance
VIP Recognition: Hotels often provide additional perks when they recognize a client booked through a preferred partner
The result is a stay that feels effortless, personalized, and truly luxurious.
Examples of Upgrade Success
Here are a few real-world examples of how advisors secure upgrades:
Four Seasons Bora Bora: Clients booked an overwater villa but were upgraded to a larger two-bedroom villa with private plunge pool and lagoon access
Four Seasons Paris at George V: Standard suite booked, upgraded to a deluxe suite overlooking the Eiffel Tower
Four Seasons Maldives at Landaa Giraavaru: Ocean-view suite booked, upgraded to a beachfront villa with sunset views and personalized chef experience
These upgrades are often made possible through preferred partner relationships and proactive planning, rather than chance.
Why Using a Certified Advisor Matters
Booking through a certified Four Seasons Preferred Partner, like Stars Desk, is the only way to maximize upgrades and onboard perks:
Enhanced Amenities: Breakfast, spa, and dining credits included
Suite Upgrades: Access to better rooms, villas, and suites
Priority Service: Personalized concierge, check-in, and itinerary planning
Exclusive Access: Special experiences not available through direct booking
Without a trusted advisor, travelers may miss out on upgrades and added value, even if they book a premium room.
Tips for Travelers
Even when working with a preferred partner, travelers can help increase the likelihood of upgrades:
Communicate preferences clearly — ocean view, high floor, privacy, etc.
Book early — especially for high-demand resorts or holidays
Be flexible with dates — small changes can unlock premium availability
Celebrate milestones — birthdays, anniversaries, or honeymoon trips often trigger complimentary enhancements
Work with a certified advisor — maximize every benefit available
Final Thoughts
A Four Seasons stay is already a world-class luxury experience, but booking through a certified advisor like Stars Desk elevates it even further. From suite upgrades and early check-in to spa credits and personalized concierge service, the difference is clear.
For travelers who demand the best rooms, views, and experiences, working with a Four Seasons Preferred Partner is the key to unlocking:
Enhanced amenities and onboard perks
Priority suite upgrades
Personalized service tailored to your preferences
Exclusive recognition and benefits across the global portfolio
If you’re ready to maximize your Four Seasons experience, the first step is to contact Stars Desk today. With our expertise and Preferred Partner access, your next luxury escape will exceed every expectation.
