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My friends are at the Crowne Silversmith on Wabash -which I booked a reservation w/government rate of $130/night. I can cancel anytime, and would if I could figure out how to get the W or something close to it in rate and stars. The property I posted about is rated a 3 star, and I was trying to figure out the best place for the money. We don't necessarily have to stay close to the friends, but it would be nice.. I just want a great hotel for a great price and am relying on you good people with experience to help me out. So, if anyone looks at my dates and sees a great deal, please post and I will be forever grateful. Also, if someone could point me in the right direction of how you ID the hotels that come up I would be grateful. You guys are great. Thanks, Sybil

Thanks for the help Linda. My friend from Houston and I will be meeting up May 8th to go to the May9 & May 10 U2 shows at the United Center. Some of our friends are staying at the Crowne Plaza, and we are interested in staying close to this section, but would be open to any nice area. We will be mainly hanging with friends, maybe trying out some restaurants, but mostly focused on the shows. I really haven't figured out how to use this site to ID the hotels - is there a list somewhere that one can use to reference? I know there is a list of hotels that can pop up on HOtwire, but I haven't figured out exactly how to ID a particular one. Does one just post their information and get help from the board? I really appreciate your help and anyone else who wants to chime in. Many thanks, sybil

I am trying to figure out the exact property using Hotwire for Chicago Dates are May 8 - May 11. I have never been and do not know if I should include just the loop/downtown, mag mile, and N. Michigan Ave? With just the loop keyed in I found -- Chicago Loop (Downtown Areas) - Selected amenities include: Restaurant(s), Fitness Center, High-Speed Internet Access, Laundry Facilities (self-service). View complete amenity list and description Restaurant(s) Fitness Center High-Speed Internet Access Laundry Facilities (self-service) Ref No. 5081650089 Midscale $117 per roomper night Is this the W?? Should I take it or keep looking for another property/better rate including the other areas? I would really appreciate some advice. Love this site - it is fantastic and friendly. thanks in advance. sybil