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Info Passed along by a friend of mine: It's a boutique-style hotel- the rooms have balconies, and its on the expensive end. I've only been in the lobby and the restrooms, but its a gorgeous hotel. There's a very nice lobby with lots of seating for reading or having coffee or alcoholic beverages. The bar is beautiful and there's a piano. There's also a concierge, a doorman, and valet parking. I'd be concerned about the noise factor as it is located at a busy intersection, and the Big Dig is just a breath away, but I'm guessing the hotel has thermapane windows. On Saturdays, around the corner from the hotel is the infamous fruit and vegetable market that is only open on Saturdays. The hotel is plush. I had a friend stay there, and I tried to deter her because of the cost. She did rave about the hotel, and it is plush, but I don't think worth $300 plus per night, which is the rack rate. There's plenty of variety in the area for restaurants and pubs. And, its well located to get to the restaurants in Boston's North End -- its within walking distance.

I heard (ie- not first hand experience) the AmeriSuites on 17th Street allows free parking while you're cruising. Call them to double check, but at least it's a start. I'll post more as i find them. As an "add on"... this post indicates a way thru Hotwire to almost be certain that you're getting the AmeriSuites (almost because ratings and circumstances can change at any time, blah, blah, blah) KEY Amenity Ratings for Hotwire (<-- this is a PRIME example of this website coming "full circle".. finding out who offers free parking, then finding out how to get that hotel as cheap as possible) This may be an instance where it's worth paying a few dollars more thru Hotwire than risk getting some other hotel thru Priceline. When parkinng is factored in, an almost "sure thing" thru Hotwire may be worth paying a little more for than taking the "chance" thru Priceline. Remember, Priceline has the option of upgrading you to a higher star level, so you're not "safe" just bidding the Priceline zone of the AmeriSuites. There are probably others hotels that have similar parking deals, and maybe BurBunny (who knows the area VERY well) can add more insight. Unless this is a cruise in the immediate future, i'd wait and start finding out which other hotels offer free parking. Let us know if you find any more.

originally posted by bturner13 but moved here to benefit the most number of people: FORT. LAUDERDALE FLORIDA HOTELS? What hotels (areas in Ft. L.) allows for car parking (fee or free) while out on a cruise if you stay at their hotel the nite before/after a cruise? Tks!

The above question re: Fort Lauderdale Hotel Parking is being re-posted in the Florida Hotel List and Tips thread as it pertains to a specifc area. Once it is answered, i think it will beneift more people there as that is where people would likely look in the future to find the answer if they have the same question. Please post your reply there. <as always, thanks for posting>

Did you also ask them about using a check card and/or cash deposit instead of a credit card?

You can see how this will work by looking at the NY or the FL "List and Tips" as these two states already have multiple tips listed after the "master lists" which are pinned at the top of the thread. Feedback welcomed.

Metrocard is NYC subway system's fare card, and is good on any NYC bus or subway. Fare is $2.00 per ride, but you are entitled to one free transfer from bus-to-bus, bus-to-subway, or subway-to-bus if it occurrs within 2 hours of your original paid fare. Unlimited ride cards are also available... $7/day or $21$24/week. The day passes are good for the calendar day of the first swipe, until 3am the next calendar morning. Cards are available at any subway station, as well as vending machines located at most stations, but the "Unlimited Day Pass" is only available through the vending machines. Subway Map Metro Card

LGA Bus and Subway- cheapest way from LGA to NYC is via (this is not an either/or proposition, you must take the bus and then transfer to the subway). Take the Q33 bus to 74th St/Broadway (NOT the B'way you're thinking of... this one is in Queens) where you can then take the #7 Train into NYC. The 7 Train runs up/down 42nd St once in NYC. Fare is $1.50/bus and $1.50/train. However, if you buy a metrocard you get a free transfer from the bus to the subway, so the total fare is only $1.50. As well, there is an "unlimited" metrocard day pass available for $4 which gives you unlimited rides on any NYC bus or subway for a calendar day (with the calendar day ending at 3am the calendar day following its first use). If taking this trip from NYC to the LGA, be sure to get on the LOCAL #7 train, as the express doesn't stop at 74th St/Broadway. Trip time is about 1hr 15 minutes depending upon how long you wait for the bus and/or train. Bus/Shuttle- there are various shuttle busses available into NYC. Many stop at the door of the passenger's hotels, others make 2 stops: one near Grand Central Station (42nd St and Park Ave) and one at NY Port Authority (42nd St and 8th Ave). One of these stops is likely to be close to a subway line that you can use to get to your hotel, or a taxi should be readily available nearby. Be forwarned that if you take the shuttles that stop at each passenger's hotels, you may be the last person dropped off, which makes for a VERY long and unwanted tour of NYC hotel lobbies. Trip time to each of the above stops is about 25 minutes, with time getting to your hotel added onto that. Typical cost is $12/one way. Taxi- the most convenient and most expensive. Cost varies depending upon where in NYC you need to go, but $30 is a good guess, and definately the suggested mode of travel for 2 or more passengers with luggage. Trip time can vary widely depending upon traffic, but should take about 25 minutes. Tolls are the responsibility of the passenger. JFK - here is a good link for General JFK Transportation Options Subway- AirTrain ($5 fare), where you will get on the A train ($2 subway fare). The A train makes its way into Manhattan, entering downtown and works its way uptown towards the upper west side (E, J, and Z trains also available). If traveling from NYC to JFK, be sure to get on the A train that says Far Rockaway or Rockaway Park, NOT the one that says Lefferts Blvd, as the Lefferts Blvd. train does NOT stop at JFK. Fare $2.00, but be sure to read info above in the LGA area, as well as the other thread titled "Metrocard". Generally safe during the day, but not recommended late at night as the train does go through some 'rough' neighborhoods. Trip time is 1hr 45min+. Bus/Shuttle- typical cost into NYC is $17/each way, just like LGA shuttles, some stop at each hotel or one of two stops: one near Grand Central Station (42nd St and Park Ave) and one at NY Port Authority (42nd St and 8th Ave). Time of trip varies WIDELY depending upon traffic, 45 minutes would be considered good, 2+ hours is possible (and would be considered bad). Taxi- fixed rate of $45 + tolls and tip to anyplace in Manhattan. Again, travel time can vary widely!! EWR - here is a good link for General EWR Transportation Options MetroLink- NJ's answer to the subway. Metrolink takes you from EWR to Penn Station. Trip generally takes less than 1 hour and is great if you are arriving at a time when there is likely to be traffic heading throught the Lincoln Tunnel (which is unpredictable, but almost always backed-up midweek at 8:00am-10am and 4:30pm-6:30pm). Fare is about $12, and is probably the best and most economical way to get to NYC from EWR. Bus- there is a large coach bus that travels from EWR to either Port Authority, Grand Central, or Penn Station; busses also travel from EWR to a Downtown Manhattan or Chinatown. Fare is $12/each way ($19/RT) and busses depart every 10-15 minutes (downtown/chinatown bus departs every 30 minutes). The midtown stops also offer a shuttle service to your hotel (for an extra $4 i THINK), but i wouldn't recommend this as you'll be stopping at other hotels along the way, and a taxi would be about the same amount, and the subway/bus even cheaper. Link to Bus Company: Bus To/From EWR Bus to PATH- you can take the NJ Transit bus from EWR to Newark Penn Station, at which point you can take the PATH train from Newark Penn Station into Manhattan. NOT recommended after daylight hours... area around Newark Penn Station is not great. Here are the NJ Transit Bus Schedule links: NJ TRANSIT BUS #62 (most frequent) NJ TRANSIT BUS #67 (infrequent) NJ TRANSIT BUS #40 (stop listed as 'under' Newark Penn Station and also goes to nearby prison :) ) NJ Transit Stipulates only 2 bags per person not to exceed 22" x 16" x 8" Here is the connecting information for the PATH Train: System Map PATH TIMETABLE and SCHEDULE Taxi- travel time can vary widely depending upon traffic... 45 minutes is a good guestimate, but can be as quick as 30 minutes or as long as 1 1/2+ hours! Rates are fixed depending upon destination. Base rate for one stop is $40 + $6 toll for mid-town (i think covers 23rd St - 59th St) westside, with an additional $5 charge to get to the east side. If not going to midtown, there are then additional $5 charges added on for each 'zone' outside of midtown. There is also a $1 charge for each oversized bag. Surprisingly, i think better rates are available through some local car service companies. I can also recommend a local taxi company that will pick you up at the airport and take you to Hoboken or Jersey City for $25 (vs. $35 if you get a cab from the airport taxi line)... you can then had into Manhattan from the Hoboken or Jersey City PATH train stations. MAC ARTHUR AIRPORT (added in post below)

Where to park (and how much will it cost) is a common question for visitors to NYC. The following is posted with permission from Phaelon56: "Hotel parking will vary wildly in price from $25 to $60 per night including taxes. The perimeter lots are worth considering - out on 11th Ave in the 40's if I recall. There's a nice secure indoor garage on 43rd just path 10th heading west - it's the first parking garage sign on the block (can also enter from 44th). Price for 24 hours is $16 including all taxes. Over in the east side in midtown it's much tougher to find a bargain - I can't find anything much under $25 per night over there. If the Garment District is convenient, there's a garage on 38th between 8th and 9th that is about $18 for 24 hours but it's not open all night - closes at 11 PM. They have an exit onto 37th that makes for a relatively easy exit to the Lincoln Tunnel or West Side Highway. It's a more central location the place out on 43rd but getting out to the tunnel takes longer at busy times of day." In summary, parking at your hotel can be a very EXPENSIVE proposition, and the longer your stay the more it makes sense, and the more you'll save, by parking at a non-hotel parking garage. Please add any other suggested garages to this thread.

This list is NOT a complete list of all hotels that Priceline offers in this area, it is ONLY a compilation of hotels that have already been reported on this forum. Hotels are added/removed by Priceline all the time, and star ratings can change at ANY time. As well, the geographic boundaries of an area are subject to change, so it is always a good idea to look at the Priceline map before purchasing. DO NOT USE THIS LIST to determine what areas to add when attempting to bid again within the 24 hour window (CLICK HERE for information on how to add cities in order to bid again). In light of the above, you MAY get a hotel that is NOT on this list, or get a hotel on this list but at a star level you didn't expect (if the star rating has changed). Lastly, this board (and its members) are here to assist you, if you have a question or are unsure of something, please ask before purchasing (since Priceline stipulates NO cancellations/refunds)! However, by using this board you agree that you do so at your own risk! (in other words, NO WHINING allowed!!) CLICK FOR: OR Anderson 3* Holiday Inn Anderson 2.5* Holiday Inn Express (previously 2*) 2* Jameson Inn Anderson Beaufort 2.5* Country Inn and Suites 2.5* Hampton Inn Beaufort Camden 2.5* Holiday Inn Express (previously 2*) Charleston (Ashley River) 3.5* Marriott Riverview Hotel REVIEW 3* Courtyard Downtown/Riverview (35 Lockwood Dr) 3* Holiday Inn Riverview 2.5* Best Western Downtown REVIEW 2.5* La Quinta 2* Comfort Inn Charleston (Downtown) 4* French Quarter Inn 4* Mills House Hotel (previously 3.5*) REVIEW 4* Renaissance 4* Vendue Inn (previously 3.5*) 3.5* Francis Marion Hotel REVIEW 3* Best Western King Charles Inn (previously 2.5*) 3* Courytard Historic District (125 Calhoun St) 3* Doubletree Guest Suites 3* Holiday Inn Historic Downtown 3* Lodge Alley Inn 2.5* Andrew Pinckney Inn 2* Days Inn Historic District CLICK FOR: OR Charleston (Folly Beach) 3* Tides Folly Beach Charleston (Mt Pleasant - Isle of Palms) 4* Charleston Harbor Resort (previously 3.5*) Hilton REVIEW 4* Wild Dunes Resort REVIEW 3* Courtyard 3* Holiday Inn 2.5* Holiday Inn Express 2.5* The Palms 2* Extedned StayAmerica Charleston-Mt Pleasant Charleston (North Charleston - Airport - Coliseum) 4* Crowne Plaza (previously 3.5*) 3.5* Embassy Suites (previously 3*) 3.5* Sheraton 3* Aloft 3* Courtyard 3* Hyatt Place Charleston Airport / Convention Center 3* Residence Inn 2.5* Radisson Airport 2.5* Hampton Inn Airport-Coliseum (previously 2*) 2* Homestead Studio Suites REVIEW CLICK FOR: OR Charleston (North Charleston - Northwoods Mall - Wannamker Park) 3* Residence Inn 2* La Quinta Inn Charleston 2* StudioPlus 1* Ramada (previously 2*) Charleston (West) 2.5* Best Western Sweetgrass Clemson 3* Courtyard By Marriott Clemson Columbia (Central) 3* Courtyard at USC 3* Marriott REVIEW 3* Sheraton Downtown REVIEW 2.5* The Whitney Suite Hotel (previously 3*) Columbia (I-26 West - Irmo) 3* Hyatt Place Harbison (1130 Kinley Road, Irmo) 2.5* Country Inn and Suites by Carlson - Columbia at Harbison, SC Columbia (Lexington) 2.5* Holiday Inn Express 2.5* Wingate by Wyndham Columbia Lexington Columbia (Northeast) 3* Holiday Inn and Suites 2.5* Wingate By Wyndham Columbia Northeast 1* Jameson Suites (previously 2*) 1* Baymont Inn (now 1* La Quinta Inn NE-Ft Jackson) Columbia (Northwest) 3* Courtyard by Marriott 3* Embassy Suites 3* Holiday Inn and Suites Airport 3* Radisson 3* Residence Inn (Stoneridge Dr) 2.5* Comfort Inn Bush River Road 1* Extended StayAmerica Columbia West CLICK FOR: OR Florence (ZONE now split) 3* Residence Inn 2.5* Country Inn and Suites 2.5* Springhill Suites by Marriott Florence 2* Fairfield Inn REVIEW 1* Econolodge Florence (previously 2*) Greenville - Spartanburg (Greeenville) 4* Westin REVIEW 3.5* Embassy Suites Greenville 3.5* Hyatt Regency REVIEW 3* Courtyard by Marriott 3* Crowne Plaza 3* Hilton Greenville (previously 3.5*) 3* Holiday Inn I-85 2.5* Amerisuites (now 3* Hyatt Place) Greenville - Spartanburg (Greenville - Airport GSP) 3.5* Marriott 3* Courtyard 2.5* Best Western Greenville Airport Inn 2.5* Fairfield Inn (previously 2*) 2.5* Mainstay Suites Greenville Airport 2* Extended StayAmerica Greenville - Spartanburg (Spartanburg) 3.5* Marriott 3* Courtyard 3* Radisson (now x* Clarion Roberts Hotel) 3* Residence Inn 2* Extended StayAmerica Asheville Highway Greenwood 2* Holiday Inn Express CLICK FOR: OR Hilton Head Island Resort Marriott Beach and Golf Resort REVIEW Resort Omni Hilton Head Oceanfront Resort Hilton Oceanfront Resort Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island Crowne Plaza Resort Westin Hilton Head REVIEW 3.5* The Beach House a Holiday Inn Resort 2* Beachwalk Hotel and Condominiums (previously 2.5*) 2* Quality Inn and Suites 2* Hilton Head Plaza Suites (now 1* Metropolitan Hotel Hilton Head not yet reported) Hilton Head Island (Bluffton) 2.5* Comfort Suites REVIEW 2.5* Holiday Inn Express Myrtle Beach (Myrtle Beach Area) (NOTE: zone now sub-divided) Resort Hilton (previously 4*) REVIEW (ZONE: North) 3* Courtyard Broadway (ZONE: Central) 3* Kingston Plantation (previously Resort) REVIEW 3* Ocean Reef Resort (ZONE: Myrtle Beach North) 3* Sheraton Convention Center (ZONE: Central) (previously 3.5*) Radisson REVIEW 2.5* Best Western Grand Strand (previously 2*) (ZONE: Myrtle Beach South) 2.5* Kingston Plantation Condos (previously 3*) 2.5* Ocean Dunes Resort And Villas 2.5* Sandcastle Oceanfront Resort South Beach 2* Compass Cove Resort 2* Hampton Inn (unsure of which one) Myrtle Beach (Myrtle Beach North - Little River) 4* Marina Inn at Grande Dunes 3* Courtyard Myrtle Beach Barefoot Landing 3* Holiday Inn Little River (previously 2.5*) 2.5* Best Western Plus Myrtle Beach Hotel 2* La Quinta Inn Myrtle Beach (Myrtle Beach South) 3* Bay View Resort (previously 2.5*) 2* Springmaid Resort (previously 3*) CLICK FOR: OR Myrtle Beach (Myrtle Beach West) 2.5* Staybridge Suites Myrtle Beach (Surfside) 3* Holiday Inn Oceanfront at Surfside Beach REVIEW Myrtle Beach (Pawley's Island - Murrells Inlet) 3.5* Litchfield Beach and Golf Resort 2.5* Baymont P.I. CLICK FOR: OR Orangeburg 2* Fairfield Inn Seneca 2* Jameson Inn Sumter 2.5* Country Inn and Suites

Both PRICELINE and HOTWIRE each have their own "terms of service" which are the actual rules which govern your puchase, but here is a short tutorial on each: Priceline and Hotwire share many similarities, as well as many differences. The general theme of each service is that you will get a great deal, but will only be told the name of the hotel after you agree to purchase it. This is presented as a 'win-win' since the hotel is able to get revenue for a hotel room that would have otherwise gone empty, and the consumer gets a great deal. As well, by not disclosing the name of the hotel until it is purchased, the hotels are able to charge higher prices to guests that only want to stay at their specific hotel and book through 'traditional' methods. With Priceline you are able to pick the area you'd like the hotel to be in, the dates of your stay, the minimum star rating (quality level), and the price. You tell Priceline that you want a hotel in XYZ city, 4 stars or better, and you are willing to pay $50/nite. Priceline will then see if they have any rooms that fit your criteria. If they do, you now own it. HOTWIRE follows the same general theme, except Hotwire allows you to pick the area you'd like the hotel to be in and the dates of your stay. Hotwire will then show you prices for a variety of hotels (without disclosing the names) at different quality levels, as well as what amenities are available at each one. You can then decide which, if any, you'd like to purchase. Once you agree to buy the hotel, the actual name and address will be revealed. If you have any questions about either service, feel free to ask. The users here are a friendly bunch and will be happy to help.

Both Priceline and HOTWIRE each have their own "terms of service" which are the actual rules which govern your puchase, but here is a short tutorial on each: PRICELINE and HOTWIRE share many similarities, as well as many differences. The general theme of each service is that you will get a great deal, but will only be told the name of the hotel after you agree to purchase it. This is presented as a 'win-win' since the hotel is able to get revenue for a hotel room that would have otherwise gone empty, and the consumer gets a great deal. As well, by not disclosing the name of the hotel until it is purchased, the hotels are able to charge higher prices to guests that only want to stay at their specific hotel and book through "traditional" methods. With PRICELINE you are able to pick the area you'd like the hotel to be in, the dates of your stay, the minimum star rating (quality level), and the price. You tell Priceline that you want a hotel in XYZ city, 4 stars or better, and you are willing to pay $50/nite. Priceline will then see if they have any rooms that fit your criteria. If they do, you now own it. HOTWIRE follows the same general theme, except Hotwire allows you to pick the area you'd like the hotel to be in and the dates of your stay. Hotwire will then show you prices for a variety of hotels (without disclosing the names) at different quality levels, as well as what amenities are available at each one. You can then decide which, if any, you'd like to purchase. Once you agree to buy the hotel, the actual name and address will be revealed. If you have any questions about either service, feel free to ask. The users here are a friendly bunch and will be happy to help.

Although you're only guaranteed accomodations for 2 people, just call up the hotel and request a room with 2 beds (and throw in a smoking/non-smoking request as well). Unless the hotel is sold out or it's EXTREMELY busy, i'm confident your request will be honored. Would also be a smart idea to behave yourselves at check-in (always a good policy). An even better idea would be to have 2 of you go to the counter at check-in, get your keys, go out to the car, re-enter the hotel 2-3 minutes apart in pairs... all of this is assuming you don't want to try for another room (which could always be at a different hotel). Please post your winning hotel results in the appropriate state category so that others can benefit from the "known hotel" down the road. It also may be in an area where you'd have a high probability of getting another room, via Hotwire or Priceine, at the same hotel, but we can't help if we don't know the hotel info or know for how many days your accomodations are for.

This list is NOT a complete list of all hotels that Priceline offers in this area, it is ONLY a compilation of hotels that have already been reported on this forum. Hotels are added/removed by Priceline all the time, and star ratings can change at ANY time. As well, the geographic boundaries of an area are subject to change, so it is always a good idea to look at the Priceline map before purchasing. DO NOT USE THIS LIST to determine what areas to add when attempting to bid again within the 24 hour window (CLICK HERE for information on how to add cities in order to bid again). In light of the above, you MAY get a hotel that is NOT on this list, or get a hotel on this list but at a star level you didn't expect (if the star rating has changed). Lastly, this board (and its members) are here to assist you, if you have a question or are unsure of something, please ask before purchasing (since Priceline stipulates NO cancellations/refunds)! However, by using this board you agree that you do so at your own risk! (in other words, NO WHINING allowed!!) CLICK FOR: OR ARUBA Aruba Resort Grand Resort Resort Hyatt Regency Resort Radisson Aruba Resort and Casino Resort Westin Wyndham Aruba Resort 4* Marriott Aruba Resort (previously Resort) 4* Renaissance Aruba Beach Resort and Casino (at least one report of assigned Marina portion of property, vs. the Ocean Suites) (previously Resort) 3* Divi Village 3* Holiday Inn Sunspree BAHAMAS CLICK FOR: OR Bahamas (Grand Bahama Island) 3* Lucaya Sheraton 3* Our Lucaya Reef Village Bahamas (New Providence Island-Paradise Island) 4* Hilton British Colonial (previously 3.5*) 3.5* Sheraton Nassau Beach Resort 3* Wyndham Nassau Resort 1* Nassau Palm (previously 2*) tripadvisor review CURACAO 4* Hilton Curacao 4* Hyatt 4* Marriott (previously Resort) 4* Renaissance Resort and Casino DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Dominican Republic (East Coast) Resort Melia Caribe Tropical Dominican Republic (Juan Dolio All Inclusive) 3* Barcelo Capella Beach CLICK FOR: OR Dominican Republic (Punta Cana - Bavaro) Resort Riu Palace Macao All Inclusive 4* Grand Bahia Principe Punta Cana - All Inclusive 4* Riu Palace Punta Cana - All Inclusive Dominican Republic (Santo Domingo) 4* Hilton 4* Inter-Continental V Centenario 3* Courtyard 2.5* Hodelpa Caribe Colonial Dominican Republic (Sosua Oceanfront - All Inclusive) 3* Viva Wyndham Santiago 3* Hodelpa Centro Plaza Hotel CAYMAN ISLAND Resort The Westin Casuarina Resort and Spa 4* Marriott Beach Resort JAMAICA Jamaica (Montego Bay Oceanfront - All Inclusive) 3* Holiday Inn Sunspree CLICK FOR: OR Negril (All Inclusive) 3* Riu ClubHotel PUERTO RICO CLICK FOR: OR San Juan Resort Caribe Hilton REVIEW / tripadvisor review Resort Condado Lagoon Villas at Caribe Hilton Resort Conrad Condado Plaza Hotel (previously 4*) 3* Wyndham Condado Plaza-- (previously Resort) tripadvisor review Resort El San Juan Resort Inter-Continental San Juan REVIEW / tripadvisor review Resort Marriott San Juan Resort REVIEW / tripadvisor review 4* La Concha Renaissance 4* Sheraton Convention Center (previously 3*) 4* Water and Beach Club (previously 2.5*) tripadvisor review 3.5* Embassy Suites REVIEW / tripadvisor review 3.5* Radisson Amassador (previously 3*) tripadvisor review 3.5* Sheraton Old San Juan Wyndham Old San Juan Hotel and Casino 3.5* Verdanza Hotel 3* Courtyard Isla Verde 3* Courtyard Miramar 3* Doubletree 3* Holiday Inn 2.5* Normandie San Juan Park Plaza REVIEW / tripadvisor review 2* Holiday Inn Express-- 2* Howard Johnson Inn Plaza De Armas 2* Quality Inn El Portal 2* San Juan Beach Resort (previously 2.5*) CLICK FOR: OR San Juan (Dorado) Resort Hyatt 3* Golden Sands Villas San Juan (Mayaguez) 3* Holiday Inn Puerto Rico (Ponce) 3* Holiday Inn Tropical Casino (previously 2*) 2* Marigold Inn CLICK FOR: OR San Juan (Rio Grande - Fajardo - El Yunque) Resort El Conquistador Waldorf-Astoria (preivously owned by Wyndham) (ZONE: Rio Grande-Fajardo-El Yunque) Resort Gran Melia (previously 4*) REVIEW Resort Wyndham Rio Mar Westin Rio Mar REVIEW / tripadvisor review St. Kitts 4* Marriott Trinidad and Tobago (Port of Spain) 4* Hyatt Regency Trinidad CLICK FOR: OR US VIRGIN ISLANDS St. Thomas Resort Marriott Frenchmans Reef (previously 4*) 4* Sugar Bay Resort and Spa 3* Holiday Inn Windward Passage St. John Resort Westin

This is a pretty good deal and has everything you need to "go wireless" with a notebook computer: $85 Netgear MR814 Router $50 MA401 Wireless Card for Laptop $20 Router Rebate (expires 3/30/03) $10 Laptop Card Rebate (expires 3/30/03) $50 Rebate for buying BOTH (expires 2/22/03) $135 - $80 (mail in rebates) = $55 The first 2 rebates get mailed to New Rochelle, NY which has a reputation for SLOW processing. The $50 rebate gets mailed to Seattle, WA. Since they get mailed to different processing centers and have different offer codes, i don't think there is a problem with using all 3 rebates. The first 2 rebates require original UPC codes while the third asks for a copy of the UPC codes. ALWAYS make copies of all the information you send to rebate companies and mark a follow-up date on your calendar. You can even use this board's calendar (link at top right corner of the page).... just make sure that you make the event "private" by using the drop down menu, because the rest of us don't care when your rebates should arrive :) EDIT 2/24/03: Deal now dead that the $50 Rebate on both has expired. The other 2 rebates are avaiabe individually, but not so "hot" anymore, as those two items can frequently be had for similar prices if not better.

Expires 2/28/03 Booke online and use code FEBEM2 for 10% off.

Mid-town East, right? <thanks>

This list is NOT a complete list of all hotels that Priceline offers in this area, it is ONLY a compilation of hotels that have already been reported on this forum. Hotels are added/removed by Priceline all the time, and star ratings can change at ANY time. As well, the geographic boundaries of an area are subject to change, so it is always a good idea to look at the Priceline map before purchasing. DO NOT USE THIS LIST to determine what areas to add when attempting to bid again within the 24 hour window (CLICK HERE for information on how to add cities in order to bid again). In light of the above, you MAY get a hotel that is NOT on this list, or get a hotel on this list but at a star level you didn't expect (if the star rating has changed). Lastly, this board (and its members) are here to assist you, if you have a question or are unsure of something, please ask before purchasing (since Priceline stipulates NO cancellations/refunds)! However, by using this board you agree that you do so at your own rishk! (in other words, NO WHINING allowed!!) CLICK FOR: OR Atlantic City - Cape May (Absecon) 4* Seaview Dolce Resort (previously 3*) REVIEW 2.5* Clarion Hotel 2.5* Comfort Inn Jersey Shore 2.5* Fairfield Inn North (previously 2*) 2* Ramada Galloway 1* Travelodge Absecon Atlantic City - Cape May (Atlantic City Area) 4* Caesars 4* Chelsea Hotel (Annex and Luxe Tower) (previously 3.5*) 3* Holiday Inn REVIEW 4* Harrahs 3.5* Sheraton Convention Center 3.5* Tropicana (previously 3*) 3.5* Trump Plaza 3* Ballys 3* Courtyard 3* Golden Nugget Trump Marina Hotel Casino 3* Showboat Atlantic City - Cape May (Atlantic City West) 2* Comfort Inn West Bayside Resort-- 2* Days Inn in Egg Harbor 2* Holiday Inn Express Atlantic City - Cape May (Cape May - Wildwood) 3.5* Congress Hall Atlantic City - Cape May (Somers Point - Ocean City) 3* Residence Inn CLICK FOR: OR Atlantic City - Cape May (Vineland - Millville) 2.5* Holiday Inn Express 2.5* Wingate Inn Basking Ridge 3* Courtyard By Marriott 3* Hotel Indigo Bedminster 3* Somerset Hills Hotel (200 Liberty Corners Road, Warren NJ. Hotel not in zone 11/09 and user refunded... we'll see if zone gets new boundaries) Budd Lake - Mt Arlington 2.5* Wyndham Garden Hotel Mt Olive (now 3* Holiday Inn Budd Lake not yet reported) Hammonton 1* Red Carpet Inn and Suites Manahawkin 2.5* Holiday Inn Manahawkin/Long Beach Island Mahwah - Nanuet (Mahwah - Ramsey - Allendale) 3.5* Doubletree 3.5* Sheraton Crossroads 3* Courtyard 3* Residence Inn Mahwah - Nanuet (Suffern - Nanuet) 3.5* Crowne Plaza Hotel Suffern 2* Candlewood Suites Mahwah - Nanuet (Woodcliff - Park Ridge) 3.5* Marriott Park Ridge 3.5* Woodcliff Lake Hilton 3* Courtyard Montvale CLICK FOR: OR Newark - Meadowlands (Newark - Airport EWR) 3.5* Hilton Airport REVIEW 3.5* Marriott 3.5* Renaissance (previously 3*) Newark Airport Hotel Doubletree Wyndham REVIEW 3* Courtyard Elizabeth REVIEW 3* Courtyard Airport Route 1&9 South 3* Crowne Plaza Airport Four Points Sheraton REVIEW / tripadvisor review 3* Doubletree Newark Sheraton 3* Holiday Inn Newark Airport 3* Residence Inn REVIEW 3* Springhill Suites (previously 2.5*) 3* Wyndham Garden Hotel Ramada Inn REVIEW 2.5* Country Inn and Suites REVIEW 2.5* Fairfield Inn Newark Airport 2* Ramada Airport (previously 3*) 1* Extended StayAmerica Newark - Meadowlands (Jersey City - Hoboken - Weehawken) 4* Hyatt Regency On The Hudson REVIEW / tripadvisor review 4* W Hoboken 4* Westin tripadvisor review 3.5* Sheraton Lincoln Harbor (previously 4*) 3* Courtyard by Marriott REVIEW / tripadvisor review 3* Doubletree Club Suites REVIEW / tripadvisor review 2* Candlewodd Suites REVIEW / tripadvisor review CLICK FOR: OR Newark - Meadowlands (Meadowlands - Rutherford) 3.5* Renaissance 3.5* Sheraton Meadowlands REVIEW / tripadvisor review 3* Courtyard by Marriott Lyndhurst 2.5* Fairfield Inn 2.5* Residence Inn (previously 3.5*) 2* Holiday Inn Express 2* Homestead Suites 2* La Quinta Inn Clifton (previously 2.5*) Wellesley Inn 1* Extended StayAmerica (750 Edwin L. Ward Hwy) Newark - Meadowlands (Newark) 3* Best Western Robert Treat (previously 2.5*) 3* Hilton Gateway Penn Station (previously 3.5*) 2* Hampton Inn Newark Harrison Riverwalk (previously 2.5*) Newark - Meadowlands (Secaucus - North Bergen) 3* Courtyard By Marriott Secaucus (455 Harmon Meadow Blvd) REVIEW / tripadvisor review 3* Crowne Plaza (now Clarion Hotel Empire Meadowlands Hotel) REVIEW / tripadvisor review 3* Embassy Suites tripadvisor review 3* Holiday Inn Harmon Meadow REVIEW 3* Hyatt Place Amerisuites tripadvisor review 2.5* Holiday Inn Express North Bergen 2.5* La Quinta Suites Wyndham Meadowlands Suites Prime Suites REVIEW 2.5* Meadowlands Plaza Hotel 2* Candlewood Suites 2* Days Inn North Bergen REVIEW 2* Extended StayAmerica Secaucus (Meadowlands Parkway) 2* Extended Stay America - Secaucus - New York City Area Homestead Secaucus (Plaza Drive) CLICK FOR: OR Newark - Meadowlands (Short Hills - Summit) 3.5* Grand Summit Hotel Newark - Meadowlands (West Orange) 3* Courtyard Parsippany - Morristown (East Hanover - Livingston) 4* Westminster Hotel 2.5* Ramada Inn East Hanover (previously 2*) 2* Homestead Studio Suites Hanover Parsippany - Morristown (Morristown - Florham Park) 4* Hamilton Park Hotel (previously 3*) Dolce REVIEW 4* Westin Governors 3.5* Hyatt Morristown (previously 4*) REVIEW 3.5* Madison Hotel 3* Summerfield Suites Parsippany - Morristown (Parsippany North) 3.5* Embassy Suites Parsippany (previously 3*) 3.5* Sheraton Parsippany Hotel 3* Courtyard by Marriott Parsippany 3* Staybridge Suites 2.5* Fairfield Inn 2.5* Holiday Inn Parsippany 2* Days Inn Parsippany 2* Hotel Sierra Sierra Suites Parsippany - Morristown (Parsippany South - Hanover) 3.5* Hilton 3.5* Marriott Whippany 3* Summerfield Suites Parsippany CLICK FOR: OR Saddle Brook - Teaneck (Paramus - Hackensack) 3.5* Hilton Hasbrouck Heights (ZONE: Hackensack) 3* Courtyard Paramus 3* Crowne Plaza (previously Radisson on Fromm Rd) REVIEW 3* Hyatt Place Amerisuites Paramus-Fairlawn 2* Ramada REVIEW Saddle Brook - Teaneck (Saddle Brook - Hasbrouck Heights) 3* Holiday Inn Hasbrouck Heights REVIEW 2.5* Holiday Inn Saddle Brook (previously 3*) Radisson Saddle Brook REVIEW Saddle Brook - Teaneck (Teaneck - Ft. Lee) 3.5* Crowne Plaza (previously 2.5*) Radisson Englewood (change in ownership, 2.5* no longer offered in this area) 3.5* Doubletree GW Bridge 3.5* Marriott at Glenpointe 3* Holiday Inn Somerset - Brunswick (Carteret) 3* Radisson Somerset - Brunswick (Clark - Westfield) 3.5* Holiday Inn Clark - Newark Crowne Plaza Somerset - Brunswick (Clinton - Lebanon) 3* Courtyard by Marriott 3* Holiday Inn Select REVIEW CLICK FOR: OR Somerset - Brunswick (East Brunswick - Edison) 4* The Heldrich 4* Hilton East Brunswick (previously 3.5*) 3.5* Hyatt Regency 2.5* Clarion (now 3* Crowne Plaza Edison not yet reported) 1* Howard Johnson Somerset - Brunswick (Edison - Woodbridge) 3* Sheraton Woodbridge Center (now 3.5* Renaissance not yet reported) 3.5* Sheraton Raritan Center 3* Courtyard Edison 3* Hilton Garden Inn REVIEW / tripadvisor review 3* Hilton Woodbridge-- REVIEW 3* Hotel Indigo Skyview Rahway 2.5* Fairfield Inn and Suites (previously 2*) 2* Best Western Rahway 2* Extended Stay America Edison - Raritan Center 2* Homestead Suites Somerset - Brunswick (Somerset - Piscataway - South Plainfield) 3.5* Crowne Plaza (previously 3*) Somerset Plaza At Garden State Expo Center Marriott Somerset REVIEW 3* Doubletree Somerset Executive Meeting Center (previously 3.5*) 3* Four Points Sheraton (now 3* Radisson not yet reported) 3* Holiday Inn Somerset 3* Staybridge Suites REVIEW 2* Extended StayAmerica Somerset 2* Ramada Inn CLICK FOR: OR Somerset - Brunswick (Somerville - Bridgewater) 3.5* Marriott Bridgewater 3* Hotel Sierra Branchburg (now Hyatt House Branchburg) 3* Residence Inn Branchburg 3* Summerfield Suites Tinton Falls (Red Bank - Middletown) 3* Courtyard Lincroft Red Bank 1* Extended StayAmerica Middletown (previously 2*) Tinton Falls (Neptune - Wall) 3* Courtyard at Monmouth Shores 3* Residence Inn Tinton Falls (Tinton Falls - Eatontown - Long Branch) 3.5* Sheraton (previously 3*) 3* Courtyard Tinton Falls 3* Doubletree Tinton Falls 3* Holiday Inn Tinton Falls 3* Ocean Place Resort REVIEW 3* Staybridge Suites 2.5* Residence Inn 2.5* Sunrise Suites Tinton Falls (now 2.5* Comfort Inn and Suites not yet reported to the board) Summerfield Suites 2* Red Roof Inn Tinton Falls 1* La Quinta West Long Branch (previously 2.5*) Toms River 3* Holiday Inn Toms River (previously 2*) CLICK FOR: OR Trenton - Princeton (Langhorne - Levittown PA) 3.5* Sheraton Bucks County REVIEW 3* Courtyard Langhorne (Langhorne - Levittown) 2.5* Hampton Inn Trenton - Princeton (Princeton East - Monmouth Junction) 3.5* Doubletree Hotel (previously 3*) Premier Hotel Radisson Princeton (ownership change) REVIEW 3.5* Marriott Forrestal Village Doral Forrestal Village 3.5* Westin REVIEW 3.5* Wyndham Forrestal Village Lakeside Conference Center Harrison Center Hotel REVIEW 3* Courtyard Princeton 3* Holiday Inn Princeton (Independence Way) 3* Sonesta ES Suites Princeton 2* Homewood Suites (previously 2.5*) 1* Extended StayAmerica Princeton Trenton - Princeton (Princeton West) 3.5* Chauncey Conference Center REVIEW 3.5* Hyatt Regency REVIEW 3* Holiday Inn Princeton (100 Independence Way) 3* Hyatt Place Amerisuites 2* Extended StayAmerica West Windsor CLICK FOR: OR Trenton - Princeton (South Brunswick - Cranbury) 3* Crowne Plaza Holiday Inn Jamesburg 3* Holiday Inn East Windsor 3* Residence Inn 2.5* Staybridge Suites Trenton - Princeton (Trenton) 3.5* Marriott Trenton 3* Courtyard Ewing Hopewell 3* Element Ewing Hopewell Wayne - Fairfield - Totowa 3* Crowne Plaza Radisson 3* Holiday Inn Totowa 2* La Quinta Fairfield 1* Fairbridge Inn and Suites Wayne Ramada Inn Wayne

THANKS! -fixed it on the "master list" as well

ORIGINALLY POSTED BY "Gone Fishing" but moved here: First post!!! Used Priceline Jan28,2003 Tampa FL Bid one week ahead Bid $40.00-- accepted 2 1/2 stars-one persom= one night Specified airport area only Wellesly Inn / suites 3.5 miles from airport Total--$50 included tax 5.00 and priceline fee $5.95 Room Queen bed with sofa bed Great amenities-exercise room, nice large free bfst. laundry room.ironing board and iron apparently all rooms have kitchen with stove, refrig,coffee pot and microwave. Service good- MY only mistake--I did not interpret ion for amenities correctly Was no airport shuttle--So taxi from airport cost $10 pus tip so there went some of my savings. I took bus next day to pick up rental car. (usually I pick up rental when I arrive but it was late ands I was tired after leaving from California and changing planes ect.) Also minor issue-- next AM I asked desk person if any Expresso coffee shops near (as Starbucks, Java House etc)She said no.. One block away was a Starbucks!!! I did servive.

This list is NOT a complete list of all hotels that Priceline offers in this area, it is ONLY a compilation of hotels that have already been reported on this forum. Hotels are added/removed by Priceline all the time, and star ratings can change at ANY time. As well, the geographic boundaries of an area are subject to change, so it is always a good idea to look at the Priceline map before purchasing. DO NOT USE THIS LIST to determine what areas to add when attempting to bid again within the 24 hour window (CLICK HERE for information on how to add cities in order to bid again). In light of the above, you MAY get a hotel that is NOT on this list, or get a hotel on this list but at a star level you didn't expect (if the star rating has changed). Lastly, this board (and its members) are here to assist you, if you have a question or are unsure of something, please ask before purchasing (since Priceline stipulates NO cancellations/refunds)! However, by using this board you agree that you do so at your own risk! (in other words, NO WHINING allowed!!) CLICK FOR: OR Alexandria 1* Days Inn Baton Rouge (NOTE: Zone Split) 3.5* Renaissance Baton Rouge Hotel (ZONE: Baton Rouge South - Mall of Louisiana) 3* Belle of Baton Rouge Hotel Sheraton Convention Center (ZONE: Baton Rouge) 3* Courtyard Arcadian Center (ZONE: Baton Rouge - Mid City) 3* Crowne Plaza 3* Holiday Inn 3* Radisson Hotel Baton Rouge REVIEW (ZONE: Baton Rouge - Mid City) 3* Aspen Suites (now Doubletree in ZONE: Baton Rouge - Mid City) 2.5* Chase Suites 2* La Quinta Baton Rouge (East) 3* Courtyard Siegen 3* Hyatt Place Amerisuites (ZONE: Baton Rouge South - Mall of Louisiana) 3* Residence Inn Siegen Lane 3* Springhill Suites by Marriott Baton Rouge South (ZONE: Baton Rouge South - Mall of Louisiana) 2.5* Towneplace Suites (ZONE: Baton Rouge South - Mall of Louisiana) 2* Fairfield Inn South Baton Rouge (Port Allen) 2.5* Holiday Inn Express 2* Best Western Magnolia Manor Lafayette 3* Courtyard by Marriott 3* Crowne Plaza Lafayette South-Acadiana 3* Hilton REVIEW 2.5* Best Western Lafayette Inn 2* La Quinta Inn (Evangeline Thruway) Lake Charles (Sulphur) 3* Holiday Inn 2* Fairfield Inn 2* La Quinta Morgan City 2* Holiday Inn CLICK FOR: OR New Orleans (Airport MSY) 3.5* Crowne Plaza Airport (previously 3*) 3.5* Hilton (previously 3*) 3* Doubletree Radisson Airport Plaza Hotel 3* Four Points Sheraton REVIEW 3* Hilton Garden Inn (previously 2*) 3* Holiday Inn Select-- (2929 Williams Blvd. Kenner) REVIEW 2.5* Fairfield Inn Airport (Kenner) (previously 2*) 2* Days Inn 2* Extended StayAmerica Kenner New Orleans (Convention Center - Warehouse - Arts District) 4* Hilton Riverside 4* Marriott Convention Center (previously 3.5*) (859 Convention Center Blvd) 4* Renaissance Arts Hotel REVIEW 4* Wyndham Riverfront 3* Courtyard Convention Center 3* Embassy Suites 3* Hyatt Place New Orleans Convention Center 3* Park Plaza (currently closed) Radisson(name change) tripadvisor review 3* Residence Inn New Orleans Downtown 3* Staybridge Suites 2.5* Ambassador CLICK FOR: OR New Orleans (Downtown) 4* Hilton St Charles Ave Hotel Monaco 4* Hyatt Regency New Orleans (re-opened Oct 19, 2011 not yet reported) 4* Inter-Continental REVIEW 4* JW Marriott 4* Le Pavillon 4* Omni Royal Crescent (previously 3.5*) REVIEW 4* Renaissance Pere Marquette REVIEW 4* Fairmont (now Roosevelt) 4* W New Orleans 3.5* Doubletree New Orleans 3.5* Sheraton (previously 4*) REVIEW 3.5* Wyndham Whitney 3* Courtyard Downtown (124 St Charles St) 3* Hilton Garden Inn 3* Holiday Inn Downtown-Superdome (330 Loyola Avenue) (previously 2.5*) 3* Wyndham Garden Baronne Plaza 2.5* Royal St. Charles Hotel CLICK FOR: OR New Orleans (French Quarter) 4* Hyatt French Quarter Chateau Bourbon a Wyndham Hotel 4* Marriott (prevously 3*) 4* Omni Royal Orleans Hotel 4* Royal Sonesta 4* The Saint Hotel Autograph Collection 4* Westin Canal Place (previously 3.5*) 3.5* Astor Crowne Plaza 3.5* Bourbon Orleans 3* Holiday Inn Chateau LeMoyne (previously 2.5*) 3* Maison Dupuy 3* Prince Conti Hotel 3* Holiday Inn French Quarter (now Wyndham New Orleans - French Quarter) (124 Royal St) 2.5* Hotel St Marie (previously 3*) 2.5* St Louis (now Hotel Mazarin) New Orleans (Metairie - Harahan) 3.5* Marriott at Lakeway Lakeside Hotel (formerly DoubleTree Lakeside) 3.5* Sheraton Galleria Hotel Wyndham 3* Courtyard 3* Holiday Inn 2* Days Hotel (previously 2.5*) 2* La Quinta Causeway (3100 I-10 Service Road) 2* Quality Inn (previously 2.5*) REVIEW New Orleans (West Bank) 3* Holiday Inn Westbank Tower New Orleans Northshore (Covington) 2.5* Courtyard CLICK FOR: OR Shreveport (Airport SHV) 3* Holiday Inn Airport Financial Plaza 2* Holiday Inn Express 2* Jameson Inn Shreveport Shreveport (Bossier City) 3* Diamondjacks Casino and Resort Shreveport (Shreveport - Central) 2* Holiday Inn Downtown

Phaelon, Interesting reference to the cash deposits that some hotels have asked: Double Charge for PL stay Forgot to tell you... NICE gift!!

What did they charge you, your bid price or Priceline's price? :) Although neither will prevent this from occurring, two suggestions i can make: 1) Dispute the charge with your credit card company and let them deal with the headache (although this isn't my style, i like to take care of things myself) 2) I always try (but don't if the check-out line is long and i can check out via in room television) to get a receipt from my stay. As well, if they took an imprint of my credit card, rather than just swiped it, i ask for it back or have them rip in half. Never happened to me personally, but have heard one other story of the same thing happening. Five times is pretty unlucky!

You posted it just fine and in the right place... couldn't have done it better myself!! You even posted the amenities, which is one of the hardest parts since they disappear after you purchase, and is one of the most important pieces of information to know with Hotwire in order to assist in figuring out the hotel. One question though, do you know the sub-category of midtown (ie- MidtownSouth or MidtownEast)? Thanks for posting, and welcome to the board!

Anybody know the Kentucky zone this falls into?