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I fell into this a couple of days ago, very frustrating. Did not notice that North Vicinity was no longer an option. Bidded $150 and got the Trump (bidded up to $165 the night before, so they must have just changed it). Considering it was going for $125 on their regular site, not very happy with my "win". Got them to match the $125, but am a very unhappy customer. Probably just going to avoid bidding from now on.

Started at $60 and went up $2~3 per bid and got this hotel at $70. Saw this was the only known hotel in this star rating so figured this was the hotel I was bidding for. Pretty happy with it. Was hoping to extend my stay, but no dice. Very happy with result and used the PRICELINE links from this site. Thanks.

Yeah, just saw that win last night. A little more than I want to spend and since I still have a month, going to keep trying to get a lower price. Thanks for the help thus far.

Great, thanks for the help and yes I always use your links when bidding. I'm planning to stay in Orange County, CA from March 10-17. I would like to stay at 3.5* or above hotels during my stay. I have already tried to book a room for that week but have not had any luck. I tried, Anaheim South 3.5* - Started at 45 and added 3 per free rebid up to $57 Newport Beach 4.0* - Started at 60 and added 2 per free rebid up to $78 No luck on either. I would like to bid up to $60 for 3.5* and up to $80 for 4.0*. Do you think that is doable for the week or would I have better luck breaking it up into 2 different bids? I'm ok with moving hotels if that will give me a better chance. Thanks.

Just wondering, I am planning to stay for a week and noticed most stays posted are for just a couple of days. Is it better if I break up the bid into 2 separate bids? Will that improve my chances? I'm ok with staying at 2 different hotels. Just wondering if its harder to get hotel rooms via PL if the length of stay is too long.

Thanks for the reply and sorry for posting the descriptions. Got too copy and paste happy. I ended up buying a package from US Airways, as that came up to be the best deal for Vegas.

Can you help me identify which hotels these 2 might be? Both show no Casino, so guessing one of them is the Trump, but not sure what the other one is. Thanks. 5* - Las Vegas Strip - South area hotel - 7/23-7/26 Smoke Free Rooms Guest rooms at this hotel are always smoke-free. Fitness Center Guests have access to exercise equipment; an additional charge may apply. Pool(s) Property offers at least one pool area; hours and dates of operation may be seasonal. Restaurant(s) Property offers at least one restaurant on the premises; hours and days of operation may vary. Spa Services Guests have access to a spa facility or spa services; an extra charge typically applies. 5-star Hotel in Las Vegas Strip - North This Hotel features the following amenities: Spa Services Guests have access to a spa facility or spa services; an extra charge typically applies. Resort Resorts offer a complete destination experience. Facilities generally include a spa or fitness center, one or more swimming pools, and superior dining options. Depending on location, recreational activities may include water sports, golf, tennis or skiing. Coastal resorts usually boast ocean views or beachfront access. Note: A resort fee may be charged. Smoke Free Rooms Guest rooms at this hotel are always smoke-free. Fitness Center Guests have access to exercise equipment; an additional charge may apply. Pool(s) Property offers at least one pool area; hours and dates of operation may be seasonal. Restaurant(s) Property offers at least one restaurant on the premises; hours and days of operation may vary. High-Speed Internet Access Guestrooms are equipped with high-speed Internet access; an extra charge may apply. Kitchenette Accommodations include a stovetop or microwave oven, a sink and a mini-refrigerator.

Thanks Yellowdog. Luckily I was able to get the Hyatt Lake Tahoe, which is where I really wanted to stay. Been trying for the past 2 weeks to get a room, but had no luck. Today they finally took my bid. I posted my info in the Priceline forum.

I actually booked the same hotel last month, but unfortunately my daughter got sick, so we were not able to make it. I called Priceline and they were able to refund my money minus a $25 service, provided I give them the name and number of my pediatrician. I was expecting to take a lost, so that was pretty cool. Read a lot of good reviews on this hotel, so really wanted to book it again. Been trying to book for the past 2 weeks with no luck. Started at $80 and used all the free rebid zones (this is the only resort in Lake Tahoe, so got a total of 6 free rebids) to get up to $96. Tried again on different days and went as high as $120 with no luck. Tried again today and was prepared to go up to $120 again. Started at $100 and luckily my first bid got accepted. Guess they must have just released some new inventory today. Thanks guys for setting up this website. I used the PRICELINE link from your page.

Sorry, I'm blind. Totally didn't see it. Here are the additional amenities. Golf Nearby Tennis Nearby Spa Services Children's Activity Program

That is all the amenities that are listed. There is no button to click "See all amenities". Although after clicking Continue, it shows that there is a $10 resort fee. Does that help narrow it down?

ID Help 4* Reno South - Reno/Tahoe Airport area hotel $70 3/5/11 - 3/6/11 - Casino - Airport Shuttle - Fitness Center - Pool - Restaurant - Business Center - Laundry - High Speed Internet Looks like the Grand Sierra, which is the only hotel I do not want. Thanks.

Tried a bunch of different Saturdays in January and February. Could not get anything in February for $100 and was rejected for $120 on President's day weekend. Tried Jan 22 and got it first try at $100. Everywhere else has this Hotel for $225 for that weekend. Thanks for setting up this awesome website and I definitely used the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links.

Thanks for the reply Thereuare and great website. I definitely use the links PRICELINE and Hotwire links when booking. I found a rate of $160 for a 4 star on Travelocity, although most of the prices for the hotels listed as hotels won through PL for downtown Vancouver are going around $220. I'm hoping to stay under a $100 a night if possible. this is also my first time trying PRICELINE so trying to also use it as a learning experience to see when is usually the best time to bid to get the best rates.

Started bid $60 - rejected Started bid $70 - rejected Started bid $80 - rejected Started bid $90 - rejected Noticed that a lot of users got rooms here for ~$80 last year around these dates. Am I bidding too early? Should I just wait and start again in a month and a month after that until I get ~$80? Or is this strategy a waste of time as it will not make a difference?