nhojeod Posted May 14, 2013 Report Share Posted May 14, 2013 Hello, Looking to stay 2 nights in Vancouver. Did a few quick priceline bids for 4* star downtown at 65, 68, 70 with no luck. Thinking of going with hotwire this time. The following deal looks good,73 CAD (after tax 2 nights is 179.12)3.5 star90% RecommendedAmenities:Pet FriendlyAirport ShuttleFitness CenterPoolRestaurantBusiness CenterHigh-Speed Internet AccessAccessible for the blindAccessible path of travelHandicapped ParkingI'm thinking it could be delta, maybe hilton. The pet friendly throws me off, don't usually see this, is it new? Anyway, any advice or recommendations is much appreciated. Thank you!Quick side question: Is it common to have a small difference in rate between hotwire and Expedia unpublished rate? Are they even the same hotel?A similar listing (3.5 star, similar area, exact same amenities) totals 174.48 in Expedia. Any advice on difference between hotwire and Expedia? Link to comment
thereuare Posted May 15, 2013 Report Share Posted May 15, 2013 Please change the drop down menu on the top right of HOTWIRE's page to United States and the currency dropdown to US Dollars. Then continue to search HOTWIRE and post to the board in US Dollars so that rates are consistent and not subject to interpretation due to future currency fluctuation. Once you're ready to purchase stay on the US version of their site and simply change the drop down menu to whatever currency you'd like to use and complete your purchase.It would be appreciated if you followed-up your previous Priceline San Francisco thread with whatever you ended up doing for that stay, as well as use the previously requested PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links (and Expedia link) on the board to begin your future bidding, searches, and travel purchases.Thanks. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases Link to comment
nhojeod Posted May 15, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2013 Sorry about that.Following is the most recent search in USD.June 8 to June 10 2013 (2 nights)3.5* Richmond - Vancouver Intl Airport YVR area hotelPet friendly, Airport Shuttle, Fitness Center, Pool(s), Restaurant(s), Business Center, High-Speed Internet Access, Tennis Nearby, Accessible for the blind, Accessible for the deaf, Accessible path of travel, In-room accessibility, Wheelchair accessible, Accessible bathroom, Handicapped parking.Recommended in 90% of Hotwire customer reviews.71 USD per night (total 2 nights after fees, 173.97 USD)Amenities seem to match up with Hilton. Might pull the trigger soon. Link to comment
nhojeod Posted May 15, 2013 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2013 Alright. Pulled the trigger at Expedia website at 67 USD /night, total was 165.54 (Used the link found on the support page) and I got the.... Executive Airport PlazaReviews seems okay (Rank 15 of 25 tripadvisor, 4.0/5 rating). Will post more after the trip. Not entirely sure how to post the win since I used Expedia instead of hotwire (sorry! hope that doesn't cause any issues here). Link to comment
thereuare Posted May 15, 2013 Report Share Posted May 15, 2013 No trouble... but we won't reflect in the topic title since we don't know if the same hotel that would have been offered thru HOTWIRE.Thanks for sharing your win and using the board's Expedia link for your purchase.Enjoy your stay. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases Link to comment
nhojeod Posted June 12, 2013 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2013 Hello, Just a quick review on Executive Airport Plaza. Stayed in the annex building, or west wing I think. Right at the end next to the fire escape.Overall the room felt old, but spacious, clean and comfortable. There was enough room for a couch, coffee table and a desk+chair.Parking was included. Building was old, e.g. button for the elevator was labeled "car call", and there is no centralized AC but a wall attached unit in the room. Everything worked fine, refrigerator was noisy so I turn it off during my stay. All in all a good deal if you don't mind the dated feel of the place.Location was also good. Ceili's and a steakhouse in the same building/area. And there is a newly renovated mall a few blocks away. Link to comment
thereuare Posted June 13, 2013 Report Share Posted June 13, 2013 Thanks for the follow-up... glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and this property met your needs.Please use the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board to begin your travel purchases. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases Link to comment
nhojeod Posted June 20, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 20, 2014 Started bidding from CAD$100 to CAD$136, all failed so far. Is there something going on in YVR that weekend? Alternatives/bid ceiling would be the Priceline express CAD$176, Hotwire for about the same price CAD$173 Any advice is appreciated, thanks! Link to comment
thereuare Posted June 20, 2014 Report Share Posted June 20, 2014 I don't know if anything is happening over these dates, but based upon the PRICELINE EXPRESS / HOTWIRE rates i'm not too surprised that your bids were rejected... at current rates i think you're more likely looking at the $130-$150US area. How high are you willing to bid for a 4* hotel in the Downtown zone for this stay? Please use the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board to begin your travel purchases. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases Link to comment
nhojeod Posted June 20, 2014 Author Report Share Posted June 20, 2014 Amenities listed through details within my trips,Free InternetPet FriendlyAirport ShuttleFitness CenterPool(s)Restaurant(s)Business CenterSelf service laundryInternet accessAccessible for the blindAccessible path of travelHandicapped parking Earlier within the hotel details,Tripadvisor 4 out of 5.0Recommended 90% 243 reviews (Real Hotwire reviews)Overall satisfaction 4½Condition of hotel 4½Quality of service 4½Room comfort 4Room cleanliness 4½Location of hotel 4 (Mods: please delete my other thread in priceline forum, thanks) Link to comment
AaronJB Posted June 21, 2014 Report Share Posted June 21, 2014 Congrats on your success. :) Great win for this property and hope you are looking forward to your stay. Thank you for confirming the new amenity set for this Hot.wire property so that we can update the site's Hotwire Hotel List.Thank you for sharing your win and please use the site's PRICELINE or HOTWIRE links to start your purchases and searches.Enjoy your stay. Link to comment
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