Thanks for your input. I found it after I charged ahead on my own, so I didn't follow your advice, but I did use your PRICELINE link to get to Priceline. I ended up choosing the Crowne Plaza Hotel, which is in a good location and the price seemed reasonable ($78 per night). This wasn't a bid, but just buying it through PRICELINE. I'm staying there 10/23/11-10/25/11. Thanks again for your help. Maybe next time I'll try bidding. Satya