Attempted bidding, but ran out of areas I was willing to accept/rating options and coming up close to the PRICELINE EXPRESS prices anyways.
Checked out Priceline Express, and there was a 3 Star, Guest rating 9 or higher/Guest Favorite with the following Guaranteed Amenities:
Free Breakfast
Free Internet
Pets Allowed
Pool
Business Center
A little more than I was expecting to spend going into the hotel search, apparently Boulder is an expensive place to be, but still $40/night less than advertised price.
After doing more looking, the hotel will be perfect as it is walking distance to the seminar I am attending for the weekend!