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Again, posting on behalf of a friend. She made reference to her previous win posted here: Pittsburgh Renaissance As you know, we won a stay at the 4* Renaissance Hotel Pittsburgh for $70 ($87.52 with fees etc; $90.11 CDN on my credit bill), but when we tried to book a second night at the same hotel (our plans changed), they offered us the room at $142 only. We tried several times for a 4* up to 100$ a night, and were rejected. So included 3* and tried a first bid of $40.00. They suggested that we increase the bid by $12.00 to be accepted, so we did, and won! Therefore, our winning bid was $52.00 for 3* Doubletree (downtown): Your Offer Price: $52.00 Number of Rooms: 1 Number of Nights: 1 Subtotal: $52.00 Taxes and Service Fees: $14.73 Total Charges*:: $66.73 USD (I was charged CDN $67.87 on my credit bill) We loved both hotels and did not find there to be much difference between the quality levels. The Renaissance has a grander feel, with heritage architecture and high ceilings, but the Doubletree was very comfortable and had better customer conveniences (free use of a computer with internet; free warm cookies; great products in bathroom; great coffee/tea in room). The only drawback to the Doubletree was the parking situation -- I was informed through the 1-800 number that there was free parking at rear...not so -- only valet parking for upwards of 18$. We finally found a city parking a block away that was more reasonable.

Posting on behalf of a friend (very pleased with her winning bid): Hotel: Renaissance Pittsburgh (4 star) - Downtown Pittsburgh 107 Sixth Street Check-In Date: Sunday, May 18, 2008 Check-Out Date: Monday, May 19, 2008 Bid: 70.00 First bid Accepted! Total incl fees/tax: 87.52 USD

Posting for a friend: For Halifax, Feb 14: She bid 4 star, Halifax for $45. Rejected. Then added Dartmouth, 4 star, $50... AND WON the Halifax Marriott Harbourfront. Price from the hotel's website is $179/night.

Posting on behalf of a friend: First bid = $50 for 4 star, downtown Montreal; Feb 12-14. Rejected. Then bid $50 for 3 star, downtown Montreal; Feb 12-14 Hotel won: Novotel Montreal Center Hotel

I am posting this on behalf of my friend. Started with $70. Rebid with $80 with a free rebid zone. Accepted. Won: Le Centre Sheraton Montreal Hotel, 4* Montreal Downtown Showing $189/night on hotel's website

May I suggest this? It was just emailed through Travelzoo. http://ca.deals.travelzoo.com/us/354405 $98 -- Upscale Las Vegas All-Suite Hotel, incl. Weekends* new Travel dates: Through February 29 By Courtney Pierce Travelzoo Staff It's reaching peak season in Las Vegas and rates have skyrocketed, but we found a great deal you just can't pass up. Meridian Luxury Suites is now offering their studio suites for $98 (US$99) a night 7 days a week through Feb. 29. That's up to $290 OFF regular rates at this resort-style property. Meridian Luxury Suites is an easy 5-minute walk to the heart of The Strip and one block from the Monorail transportation system. Accommodations at this 16-acre property include flat screen TV's with a DVD/CD sound system, a gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances, 2 lagoon shaped pools, fitness, tennis and racquetball facilities, marble flooring, leather furniture, whirlpool spas, poolside cabanas with barbecues and FREE Hi-Speed Internet access. Also available: Upgrade to a 1-bedroom suite for just $50 more per night. Update (7:44am PT, Jan. 3): The following dates are now sold-out: Jan. 19, 29-31, Feb. 1. Click here to book online directly with Meridian Luxury Suites. To book by phone, call 1-800-203-3232 and mention the "Travelzoo Winter Special". Prices listed online and over the phone will be in US dollars. Book by Jan. 11 to take advantage of this exclusive offer.

Hi all, This is my first time doing anything with Priceline. I had been bidding every day this week, working up from $45. I primarily wanted South Strip, to be close to Bellagio. I used North Strip and Las Vegas Airport as rebid zones. I also included the Convention Centre area, which is where I ultimately won. Today my bids were: $105 South, $110 South+North, $115 South+Airport, $110 South+Convention Centre. I had previously been offered a Convention Centre hotel for $123 when I bid $100. The room is selling for $169 on the hotel's website. I am not into casinos, more the Cirque shows, so I am pretty happy with my hotel. I know I will need the monorail to get to the shows. Check-In Date: Saturday, January 19, 2008 Check-Out Date: Sunday, January 20, 2008 Hotel Name: Renaissance Las Vegas Hotel Number of Rooms: 1 Number of Nights: 1 Subtotal: $110.00 Taxes and Service Fees: $19.47 Total Charges*: $129.47