"hotelcorporatecodes.com lists Target N4083735 in the "Sometimes" verification tier. Target is one of the most-searched Hilton corporate codes online (high sharing volume), which correlates with higher hotel-side suspicion. FlyerTalk user noted: "If it is a reservation through the hotel's channels using just a typed-in code, then I'd think they would have reason to be more strict in seeking proof of affiliation" — codes widely shared publicly trigger more scrutiny than codes booked through corporate travel systems."

"but there is a specific Hilton.com URL we use for reservations (which is accessible not just from our corporate network) - booked a rate for tomorrow night for around 50% of what the cheapest Honors rate was - I have not had any communication from the hotel requesting proof of eligibility. ."

"My point is only that this does happen and it can be problematic for those that work for a company that has great negotiated rates and the provider requires identification."