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Luxury hotel stays, shaped by trusted relationships

Rooted in Switzerland and personal by nature, PrivateUpgrades connects you with 2,500+ exceptional hotels, exclusive benefits and Travel Designers who thoughtfully prepare every stay.

Since 2001

A more personal standard of luxury hospitality

PrivateUpgrades combines a handpicked collection of luxury hotels with a deeply personal approach to service. You see the rate, conditions and included benefits before booking, with our Travel Designers available for personal assistance.

The result is a more rewarding stay, with genuine recognition, thoughtful extras and the confidence of experienced support.

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Established

2001

in Switzerland

A community of

80,000+

members worldwide

Handpicked

2,500+

luxury hotels

Elegant luxury hotel suite with a view of Paris

Direct Hotel Relationships

Our connections make your stay more personal

Working directly with hotel management, our Travel Designers share your preferences and coordinate the included benefits and thoughtful details that make your stay more personal.

Beyond the Booking

Your preferences guide the details we arrange around your stay.

Clarity Before You Book

Your rate, included benefits and cancellation terms are presented clearly.

Travel Designers, 24/7

Personal assistance is available around the clock for questions and special requests.

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The PrivateUpgrades Experience

Exclusive hotel benefits, thoughtfully delivered

Greater value and personal service from booking to check-out

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Exclusive Hotel Benefits

Daily breakfast for two, a hotel benefit usually worth 100 USD or more, room upgrades and further privileges.

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Personal Service

Our Travel Designers are available 24/7 to advise you, share your preferences and assist with special requests.

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Exclusive Hotel Offers

Preferred rates, complimentary nights and exclusive hotel promotions reserved for you.

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Choose with Confidence

Search, compare and confirm with your rate, benefits and conditions clearly presented.

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Our Standards

Thoughtful service, delivered with precision

Individual Attention

We approach each stay with care and an understanding of what matters to you.

Clear Communication

Accurate information and direct coordination keep you informed throughout.

Swiss Reliability

Our Swiss roots shape dependable service wherever you travel.

From Our Managing Director

Exceptional stays are made in the details

“The finest hotel stays feel effortless. Our role is to bring every element together with care, discretion and the personal attention that makes you feel genuinely expected.”

Guido Graf

Managing Director, PrivateUpgrades

The People Behind Your Stay

International expertise, made personal

Our Travel Designers and specialists unite member service, hotel operations, concierge expertise and technology around one standard of thoughtful care.

Migi Dalida, Director Member Services at PrivateUpgrades

Migi Dalida

Director Member Services

Sandy Begue, VIP Member Manager at PrivateUpgrades

Sandy Begue

VIP Member Manager

Guido Graf, Managing Director at PrivateUpgrades

Guido Graf

Managing Director

Jonathan Tan, Operations Coordinator at PrivateUpgrades

Jonathan Tan

Operations Coordinator

Ulrica Schmid, Chief Concierge Manager at PrivateUpgrades

Ulrica Schmid

Chief Concierge Manager

Sarah Tosoc, Client Relations Manager at PrivateUpgrades

Sarah Tosoc

Client Relations Manager

Clarisse Carullo, Client Relations Manager at PrivateUpgrades

Clarisse Carullo

Client Relations Manager

Juris Penales, Partnership & Member Coordinator at PrivateUpgrades

Juris Penales

Partnership & Member Coordinator

Edison Panchi, Senior IT Architect at PrivateUpgrades

Edison Panchi

Senior IT Architect

Hernan Villavicencio, IT Performance Manager at PrivateUpgrades

Hernan Villavicencio

IT Performance Manager

Remarkable stays, remembered.

Incredible stay at Raffles Bahrain. The hotel and staff were brilliant. Booked through PrivateUpgrades, and they more than delivered on every promise. Would highly recommend!

Garvin S.

PrivateUpgrades Membership

More personal at every level

Begin with free Classic Membership. Private Membership and Concierge are extended by invitation.

Free membership

Classic Membership

Explore handpicked luxury hotels with exclusive benefits and personal support.

  • 2,500+ handpicked luxury hotels
  • Benefits shown before you book
  • Support from our Travel Designers

By invitation

Private Membership

Elevated recognition and more personal support, extended by invitation.

  • Everything included with Classic Membership
  • Enhanced VIP recognition
  • Your personal Travel Designer

By invitation

Concierge

A highly personal level of assistance extending beyond your hotel booking.

  • Everything included with Private Membership
  • A dedicated Concierge Advisor
  • Personal assistance, 24/7

The PrivateUpgrades Collection

Exceptional hotels, chosen for character

2,500+ independent hotels and leading luxury brands are chosen for character, service and a true sense of place.

Accor
Address Hotels
Aman Resorts
Armani Hotels
Auberge Resorts
Belmond
Fairmont
IHG Hotels & Resorts
Kempinski Hotels
Marriott International
Oberoi Hotels & Resorts
Raffles Hotels & Resorts
The Ritz-Carlton
SLS Hotels
Small Luxury Hotels of the World
Taj Hotels
The Leading Hotels of the World
The Peninsula Hotels
W Hotels
Waldorf Astoria

Peaceful luxury resort surrounded by nature

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Make your next luxury hotel stay more rewarding

Free membership gives you exclusive hotel benefits, personal recognition and thoughtful support at 2,500+ hotels worldwide.

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