Well, if it works the same way it worked for me during my last stay at the Wyndham Palace it will go something like this...
You will wait in line at the "By Request" Check in line for 15 minutes until the front desk people tell you they are too busy to service that line and you have to get in the rear of the regular check-in line. Then they will know nothing about you being a "By Request" member, even though you have called the hotel directly to ensure that it is noted on your reservation. After check in you will go to your room where you will find nothing they promised you would be waiting for you, ie. no snack or drink or bedding type . But other than the listed above it is well worth your time to join the club, you do get a nice membership card!!!