Well my dates are changed now to 2/13 - 2/20 because of airfare problems. I have no budget, but it is VERY hard to justify paying $400 / night for the Westin when I was able to procure it for 6 days last year for ~$150/night, especially with the cost of valet parking, food, etc there. But, it would SUCK to get the Crowne Plaza across the street for $150/night for 2 reasons. #1 are the mixed reviews of the place and the fact that it's across the street from the beach. #2 is the fact that some people will get the Westin for a similar price! Have you noticed if the Crowne Plaza is cheaper or more expensive than Westin (among Hotwire winners?) Thanks again for the help. I just wish Hotwire got slightly less opaque for the savvy traveler. Who wins when they don't? NOBODY The HOTWIRE hotel room block remains unsold. The non HOTWIRE hotel room block won't be sold any more. HOTWIRE doesn't make money. The CONSUMER doesn't get any benefit.