:) New hotel to report for Grand Rapids
Baymont Inns & Suites
2.5*
2151 Holton Court NW
Walker, MI 49544
Amenities:
Complimentary Breakfast
Fitness Center
Pool
High-Speed Internet
Golf Nearby
1 Night - Friday - Feb 2010
Hotwire Price $35.00
Tax recovery charges and fees:$11.48
Price:$46.48
:) Yes, I remembered to use the sites HOTWIRE link!
Yes, I can confirm the Icons were:
Fitness Center and Business Center
I also booked this hotel (Hilton Garden Inn) for 1 night in November, 11/27 - 11/28, for the same price.
I wanted this hotel the second time in December and a different 3* showed up.
I added 1 child, and the 3* changed to this one with Fitness Center and Business Center Icons, I took a chance and it was the Hilton Garden Inn again.
Side note: It is within walking distance (across the parking lot) of Fountain Walk outdoor mall with restaurants and a theater complex.
Hilton Garden Inn - Novi
3*
27355 Cabaret Drive,
Novi, MI, 48377
(248) 348-3840
Check-in
Sat, Dec 19, 2009
Check-out
Sun, Dec 20, 2009
Amenities:
Fitness Center
Business Center
Hotwire Price $48.00
Tax recovery charges and fees:$7.15
TotalPrice:$55.15
I stayed last month, and I don't think this hotel had been identified yet.
I did made a donation earlier today using the PayPal link.
Thanks for this wonderful message board!!!!!! :)
3*
Hilton Garden Inn - Chicago
10 E. Grand Avenue
Chicago, IL
Check-In
Sat, Jan 30, 2010
Check-Out
Sun, Jan 31, 2010
Amenities
Fitness Center
Business Center
High-Speed Internet Access
Hotel rate per night - $61
Side note:
Hotel rate was listed at $59, on the second page it notified me the rate increased to $61.
Self Parking was $38 per night (No in/out privileges) the hotel did offer a valet rate with in/out privileges.
:) Sorry, booked this and a Indiana hotel on the run, I didn't use the HOTWIRE link....
To make up for it...I will use the
Pay Pal Link to make a small donation. :)
Country Inn & Suites - Portage, IN
2.5*
1630 Olmsted Drive
Portage, IN 46368
(219) 764-0021
Check-In
Fri, Jan 29, 2010
Check-Out
Sat, Jan 30, 2010
Amenities - the first 8 Icons shown on main main screen
Smoke Free Rooms
Complimentary Breakfast
Fitness Center
Pool
Business Center
Laundry Facilities
High-Speed Internet Access
Golf Nearby
"See All amenities" shows this additional amenity
Children Activity Program
Hotel rate per night - $59
Tax recovery charges and fees - $13.72
Total Price $72.72
Very nice clean hotel, right off Expressway.
Breakfast Included... pancakes, sausage, make your own waffles, muffins, pastries, toast, bagels, juice, ect.
Starbucks within walking distance, along with a couple restaurants.
:) Sorry, booked this and a Chicago hotel on the run, I didn't use the HOTWIRE link....
To make up for it...I will use the paypal link to make a small donation. :)
We will only be using the hotel for a place to sleep while driving from MI to NY for a Cruise :o
For me, It's not really about the $2-3 dollars..... It's more about the challenge.... :)
Before bidding I takes notes, study previous wins and devise a strategy for bidding. I am usually very successful. Athough I am quite sad to say I have never had the nerve to post my wins or ask for help. :)
It has taken quite a while for me to get over my shyness and realize it is not fair of me to use these boards and not be helpful to others by posting my wins.
I am very greatful this board exists!!!! I have made a shortcut to your Support Better Bidding Link, Now before shopping at places such as Amazon.com and Target.com I will use your Support Better Bidding link, so you will be able to keep these boards around! I will always use the link at Savingsbarn. com to bid for my hotels on hotwire and priceline!
I started priceline bid using Savingsbarn.com
Saturday, November 11th, 1 Night 2 Rooms
Parsippany-Hanover
2.5* - $35
Priceline Accepted - Summerfield Suites Parsippany/Whippany
(I think) this hotel appeared on hotwire for $62 (3* Suite, Fitness, Business, Kitchen)
so... I thought I was really starting low at $35, with room to work to find lowest possible price.
Although I am very happy I was succesful! I can't help being just a bit dissapointed that I got it my first try.....wondering, could I have went lower?
2.5* Grand Rapids Hotel Baymont Inns and Suites
in Hotwire Hotels - Michigan
Posted
Cheryl,
The hotel is right off the expressway. It has a small fitness center and pool. Although we did not eat breakfast, I did check it out so I could report back for you, the breakfast included waffles, bagels, muffins, oatmeal, juice, etc... The hotel was nice enough. Our room had a small fridge and microwave.
There is a McDonald's and Bob Evans at the same exit. One exit east of the hotel (Exit 30 Alpine Ave) has many restaurants and stores.
This is the first time a hotel check-in clerk has made such a big deal about booking through HOTWIRE. Without going into details the booking was problematic. In the end it all worked out, but because of the problems, I personally would never choose this hotel again.
Hope all goes well for your husband