Generally if you call ahead and request adjoining/adjacent rooms they will *try* to fulfill that request if they are able to, but typically they won't guarantee it (especially when the hotel is expected to be busy). Call ahead to have the request added to your reservation, then make sure to ask about it when you check in.
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