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Hi! I see hotels listed for Beverly Hills and West Hollywood, but does anyone know what hotels are in the Hollywood area for Los Angeles? I'm looking for a hotel room for one night, 9/18. I'd prefer a 4* in the Hollywood area. I've seen some people say that there are problems with Saturday check-in. What would I expect to pay? Also, is there any way to request a suite? (I mean besides the $20 trick :) ) Thanks!

thereuare, you are AWESOME! Thank you SO much for this information! That's definitely the best price I could find, and thanks for the coupon too! It looks like this is my best bet. Seriously, you're amazing. I don't know how you keep this board so tightly patrolled. Thanks again! Christine

Hi! Need advice on how to bid on a convertible from LAX. It does have to be a convertible. My dates are 9/17-9/20. However, if a better price can be had for doing a weekly rental, then I can go from 9/17-9/22. Any advice on how much I should bid? I could also pick up from somewhere else in LA, but "Suburban LA" covers a LOT of ground, and I don't want to drive 30 miles to pick up the car. Thanks!

Oh... :) Yeah, I just saw that there's a big boxing match that weekend too. Well, maybe we just won't get a room then. The city's open 24 hours anyway! :) Thanks for your help!

Hi! I'm trying to figure out what I can expect to pay for a 4* on the strip for next Friday night. Rates online are around $180. Man! When did Vegas get so expensive?? I miss the old Vegas. :) I'm trying for something around $70. Thanks for your help!

Hi! My backup is the Howard Johnson, in the N. Michigan Avenue area. I've read all good reviews about this place - clean, good location. I found a rate of $89 for Queen, $93 for double/double through PlacesToStay.com. It's cancellable until 24 hours prior to arrival. No fees. Definitely the best deal for that time.

Thanks for all your suggestions and the information about the marathon. What terrible convention planning - the city's going to be crowded and locked up by the marathon for the first day of the convention! I hope transportation isn't a nightmare. OK, so I've made my cancellable reservation, and I actually found one for pretty cheap. So I may try bidding, but $80 will be my max bid. Thanks again for everyone's help! I'll post it if I get anything! Christine

Hi! There's a big concert in SF for the weekend of 9/10-9/12. Does anyone know if this has affected PL prices? Looks like people can get good places in central SF for around $70. Thanks! Christine

Hi! Thanks for your help! I'd be open to splitting my bid if it's going to save me over $30/night. Otherwise, it won't be worth it because I'll be really busy at that time. I'm looking for either a 3* or 4* for $70-$80. Looking at the other posts for Chicago, that seems doable. I don't know how much conventions change things. The convention will host around 40,000 people, but I'm sure there are more than enough hotel rooms in Chicago for all of those people. I'd like to stay in either greater Chicago (since this includes the McCormick Place Hyatt), Loop, or North Michigan area. Thanks again for your advice! Christine

Hi! I'm a Priceline newbie - only used it once before. I'm looking for a room in Chicago during a convention - 10/8-10/12. First of all, is it too early to bid now? When should I start? Does anyone know how much I might expect to pay? I appreciate any help! Thanks so much! :) Christine