4* Newark (Jersey City) Hyatt Regency on the Hudson, $127 ... 10/22/09-10/23/09 Options

[baijingma]

Hi,
tonight was my 4th or 5th try to get a 4* hotel near Liberty Park -- hoping for Hyatt but was seeing that all the winning bids lately were for the Westin -- some around $100, $105, one even for $85.
With my travel date coming up in two days, I placed a bid for $105, expecting rejection and a reminder that I would need to wait 24 hours to re-bid. Instead, what I got was this offer: (gist) "If you are willing to increase your bid by $22, you may resubmit your bid immediately -- this is a one-time only opportunity."


I took a chance that this might mean the Hyatt could be had, and got lucky. This was a bit more than I wanted to spend but it sounds like the location will make it worth the price.

I did use bb's link to PRICELINE when I bid.

Wondering if others have seen and responded to this kind of "re-bid immediately" offer and what results were obtained?

[thereuare]

Congratulations on your success!

The "If you're willing to increase your bid..." message is what we refer to as a counter-offer, and is discussed in further detail here: Priceline Suggests Price to Pay. After reading the previous link feel free to ask any questions you have.

Glad to see you received the hotel you were hoping for and that this works well for your plans.

Thank you for sharing your win with the board and using our PRICELINE link to begin your bidding.

Enjoy your stay.