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Sorry about that. Don't know why I forgot. They were the same features as were listed for it in the "list" section. (It was easy to figure out which hotel because of that)

Four points Sheraton - same amenities as listed currently in the Hotwire WI list. March 23 for one night - $56. (as a side note, I believe this hotel may have been available for $52 at Priceline. I had bid $40 there and it offered me what seemed likely to be this hotel for $12 more. My personal preference is Hotwire, so I went there for $4 more.)

Located right next to O'Hare We stayed at the 3* Chicago (Airport OHare ORD) Wyndham for $70 on 7/26/06. First, the two positives: The location (we were flying to China the next day, so nothing beat the location and ease of getting to O'Hare) and the price ($70 was quite good, IMO) Now my Wyndham complaints. This is the second time we have stayed at a Wyndham through Priceline. The other was this winter in Milwaukee. Both times, we have received what I consider to be "priceline rooms" and service. Both times, the clerk noted that we were priceline customers at check-in. This time, the clerk said literally nothing else to us and merely put our keys on the counter. She had just spent a bunch of time telling the person in front of us how to get to the room and describing the hotels facilities. Then the room was out of shape. This was also the second time for that. The first time, I decided it was just a coincidence, but two in a row is more than that, I believe. This hotel room had a broken phone by the bed (could not be plugged into the jack) and several lights that didn't work no matter what combo of switches were turned. One didn't have a bulb. The room in general was lacking the quality I was expecting, but this stuff would be hard to go unnoticed for too long. FTR - both my wife and I worked in hotels when we were in college and just after. I have worked in housekeeping, maintenance and at the front desk. I don't believe this room was receiving the appropriate attention and would guess it is one of the last to be rented or is typically given to someone staying at a lower price than available through the company. Wyndham is certainly free to do that. And, frankly location was 99% of the decision for us this time anyway. But, as a partner in my own company who is in charge of his business travel (which, for many reasons is not done through priceline or hotwire), I would hesitate to stay at a chain for regular price that doesn't treat all their guests well. I don't expect upgrades or any sort of beneficial/superior treatment through these bookings. But, I will certainly remember how they treat those who do not have as much control over the situation. So, for $70, it was a fine place to stay. But, so is a Red Roof Inn and I can cancel that reservation if I need to change plans.

I don't know if this belongs here, or over in the Illinois/Priceline area, so please feel free to move it to its proper location. But, I thought it was worth noting. Others may have had different experiences, and I have generally had great experiences with both Priceline and Hotwire bookings. We stayed at the 3* Chicago (Airport OHare ORD) Wyndham for $70 on 7/26/06. First, the two positives: The location (we were flying to China the next day, so nothing beat the location and ease of getting to O'Hare) and the price ($70 was quite good, IMO) Now my Wyndham complaints. This is the second time we have stayed at a Wyndham through Priceline. The other was this winter in Milwaukee. Both times, we have received what I consider to be "priceline rooms" and service. Both times, the clerk noted that we were priceline customers at check-in. This time, the clerk said literally nothing else to us and merely put our keys on the counter. She had just spent a bunch of time telling the person in front of us how to get to the room and describing the hotels facilities. Then the room was out of shape. This was also the second time for that. The first time, I decided it was just a coincidence, but two in a row is more than that, I believe. This hotel room had a broken phone by the bed (could not be plugged into the jack) and several lights that didn't work no matter what combo of switches were turned. One didn't have a bulb. The room in general was lacking the quality I was expecting, but this stuff would be hard to go unnoticed for too long. FTR - both my wife and I worked in hotels when we were in college and just after. I have worked in housekeeping, maintenance and at the front desk. I don't believe this room was receiving the appropriate attention and would guess it is one of the last to be rented or is typically given to someone staying at a lower price than available through the company. Wyndham is certainly free to do that. And, frankly location was 99% of the decision for us this time anyway. But, as a partner in my own company who is in charge of his business travel (which, for many reasons is not done through priceline or hotwire), I would hesitate to stay at a chain for regular price that doesn't treat all their guests well. I don't expect upgrades or any sort of beneficial/superior treatment through these bookings. But, I will certainly remember how they treat those who do not have as much control over the situation. So, for $70, it was a fine place to stay. But, so is a Red Roof Inn and I can cancel that reservation if I need to change plans. Edited for curious typing...must be the jet-lag.

Only searching in the O'Hare area because we have an early flight the next day. Tried $65 for 4* - nothing Tried again $70 for 3/4* Accepted (forgot to link through savings barn...sorry)

I had originally bid $50 but went with the auto increase. Should've just increased the area and bid by a little instead, but am still learning. :)

Linked through Savings Barn Hotwire's lowest rate was $77 for a 3*

Thanks! This is a great site. The following was listed for amenities: Restaurant(s) Property offers at least one restaurant on the premises; hours and days of operation may vary. Fitness Center Guests have access to exercise equipment; an additional charge may apply. Spa Services Guests have access to a spa facility or spa services; an extra charge typically applies. High-speed Internet Access Guestrooms are equipped with high-speed Internet access; an extra charge may apply. Business Center Guests have access to business equipment and services; an additional charge may apply.

We just booked the Hyatt on Wacker for $55, staying one night (Feb 4th). It was available for the weekend at $53 (I'm assuming it was the same hotel), but when I re-did the nights to just the saturday, it was $55. Very nice, IMO. Thank you for this site, it was a great help. I've never pulled the trigger with Hotwire before and it was great to have it be so easy due to the assistance here.