Used the PRICELINE link to start my purchase. Have been bidding for a few days, starting at $50 and only for 3*. The $81 bid for 7/23 was accepted yesterday on 3rd or 4th rebid (~60->70-> $80?). Offered automatic extension at the same price, which I used for 7/22. I did see a HOTWIRE forum thread for $61 win at La Quinta for the same dates, but decided to stick with PRICELINE. :) Totals: $81+$20.91(tax)=$101.91 per night. Priceline flashed "savings of 29%". Checked hotel website - current cheapest rooms are $130-135 + tax. Pretty happy with the outcome.