CherylS

Thanks so much!!

Thanks!!......my niece and nephew are getting a room too and have 2 little ones - so they were concerned about walking far with them........and thanks for the breakfast recommendation!!

perfect!! that's what I needed! thanks!!

ok thanks........I forgot to mention that I am going with HOTWIRE.

one more question..... Are any of these more likely to let me upgrade? ---I would like to call right after making my reservation to ask if I could get 2 beds....but I'm also wondering if there's a chance I could ask for a nice view too? still trying to decide between the 3* (probably Holiday Inn Merchandise Mart) or the 4.5* in the Streeterville area oh, and you mentioned that the HI is somewhat out of the was- but there are buses or something other than a cab that we could take right? gosh I need to make a decision! lol

Thanks!......my kids are 14 & 22 so they'd be fine with that

Hotwire is showing a 4.5* Streeterville with Fitness Center, Restaurant, Business Center, High-speed Internet Access do you think this is probably the Inter-Continental Chicago? or could it be something else? Inter-Continental Chicago does have a pool though right?

Thanks.......I'll keep an eye on it - and only give it a week at the most!!

ok! Thanks so much!!.......since I still have a little time I'm going to give this a few more days or week and see what shows up........

well, I'm still working on this July 9 thru July 12 NMA or Streeterville areas 3.5*-4* would like to stay under $100 (max $125) I guess I'll go with HOTWIRE, since we will probably have 4 people (3A 1C) and I would like 2 beds....but I have a few questions....I don't see any difference in pricing when I put in 3A 1C or 2A 1C.....so is there no additional charge for 3 adults as opposed to 2 adults? I've read that I should go with HOTWIRE, to be able to request 2 beds, but I don't see where you do that??? Is there any way to get pricing on suites? Offers have changed since last week - only thing under $100 is a 3 star for $99 Any idea what it is? Streeterville area - Fitness Center, Pool, Restaurant, Business Center, Laundry, High-speed Internet Access It's actually the only one offered that lists a pool.......we'd prefer a pool, but it's not a deal breaker. Oh, one last questions - my niece and nephew are going at the same time, and would like to stay where we stay - can we get a better deal if we book our rooms together?......that would end up being (5A 3C) Thanks and sorry for all the questions.

yes - I'm putting in 2A 1C I was just seeing what kind of prices they listed there.....I just didn't try bidding yet, because I'm not sure exactly how to start.Thanks for all the info.........can you lead me where to start?

I need some help, if I can please. I posted here the other day in the Priceline section - but now that I've had time to study everything a little more, I thought it would be best to actually start here and see if someone can point me in the right direction. We never travel, so this is all new to me. We will be traveling via train from STL to Chicago 7/9-7/12 2 adults 1 child (14) would REALLY like to have 2 beds(not real clear on how that works) I'm a little confused because Hotwire and Priceline have slightly different names for similar areas - I would like to be in the NMA area or the area close to it - Steeterville, on Hotwire or Millenium Park, Loop & Grant Park Area on Priceline. I think my VERY max would be $125...but I really hope to keep it under $100 - is that possible for this time and area? I would prefer 4* but 3-3.5* would be acceptable if it has good ratings and the price is great Right now Hotwire has a 4* in Streeterville area for $86 a night with fitness center, restaurant, business center, high speed and spa - any idea what hotel? Hotwire also has a 4.5* for $125 in Streeterville with fitness center, restaurant, business center, high speed Priceline has me confused a bit - I can only choose downtown or loop - is that giving me NMA? there the lowest I see is $121 for Ambassador East Hotel I wouldn't mind trying to bid as well.......I've read your great tips here on how to do that. So.....any suggestions? advice? Thanks so much!!

WOW that is FANTASTIC!!!!........and I'm sure our Cards will beat some Cubs butt! lol I'm currently looking for Chicago in mid July - haven't been in years. I've heard good things about the Palmer House, just curious why you said it's not your fav?

Thanks so much for the help....I'll keep working on it. Does it get any better if you wait until closer to the date?

I am new here and have spend a little time browsing around.....please forgive me if I do something wrong. - I do know the BIGGY though......I'll be using BB's links!! Ok, we NEVER travel, so this is all Greek to me. I'm planning a long weekend with my daughters (22 & 14) to Chicago in mid July we are a little flexible on the weekend. July 9-12 or July 16-19. July 10th is my youngest 14th birthday and the reason for the trip. We will be traveling from St. Louis via train. I've been to Chicago before, but it's been over 7 years. We plan to shop, go to Navy Pier, John Hancock Center, Millenium Park, SHedd Aquarium etc. I would LOVE to be able to get 4* for under $100 a night - but I'd be willing to go to 3.5* if it's nice and a great deal! My sister-in- law may be coming. So for now I'm looking at 3 adults and 1 child (14) So if anyone could lead me in the right direction I would SOO appreciate it!!