itmustbeslim Posted August 18, 2014 Report Share Posted August 18, 2014 I was looking to book a hotel for one night this upcoming Friday in North Shore, IL (near glenview). I called a friend who is from Chicago to take a look to make sure I am in a good area and while on express deals he was quoted a price of $47 and I was quoted a price of $61 for the same 3.5 star selection. Is this normal or was my friend misreading his computer? If it is possible to have 2 different prices, how do I trick my computer in to getting me the lower deal? Should I go to my office and use the IP address there? Thanks Link to comment
thereuare Posted August 18, 2014 Report Share Posted August 18, 2014 Welcome to BetterBidding! It could have been different offers OR it could be that one of your computers was using a different currency... if you let us know the details of the offer (dates, star rating, room rate per nite, amenities associated with the property) we will have a closer look (and if we see the lower offer we can usually provide a link for you to use to go directly to the listing) 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
itmustbeslim Posted August 18, 2014 Author Report Share Posted August 18, 2014 Offer was Glenview IL (USA) North Shore, $61 per night, 3 1/2 star rating, Check in Friday 22 August, Checkout Saturday 23 August. There was also a 3 star option for same location for $47 which I think he may have been reading. THX Link to comment
thereuare Posted August 18, 2014 Report Share Posted August 18, 2014 Since there is no 'Glenview' zone on PRICELINE (i assume you're referring to the 'North Shore' zone), I think you're probably right that your friend was confused with the zone of the 3 star property. Is this the amenity set you're seeing for the 3.5* in the North Shore zone: Free Internet in public areas Indoor Pool Free Parking Pets Allowed Restaurant Business Center Fitness Center ... if this is what you're seeing, my best guess for this one would be the Renaissance Chicago North Shore. Please use the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board to begin your travel purchases. Let us know how it goes or if we can be of further help. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases Link to comment
AaronJB Posted August 18, 2014 Report Share Posted August 18, 2014 Please confirm the amenities showing with each listing and we would be happy to offer our thoughts. Also, I don't think there's a "bad" 3.5* in this zone (North Shore) and especially in the neighboring zone of Deerfield. I see a 3.5* on HOTWIRE in the Northbrook/Glenview zone for $58 w/Restaurant, Pool, Indoor Pool, Fitness, Hi-Speed Internet, Business, Golf, Tennis, Free Parking, Blind Accessible, Deaf Accessible, Travel Accessible, Room Accessible, Bathroom Accessible, Handicapped Parking, Roll-in Shower. This would be a likely match for the Hyatt Deerfield. If you bid for 3.5* in Deerfield, you could likely get a win between $48-53. If you get the potential Renaissance North Shore on Price.line, you could walk or get the hotel shuttle (which I believe they still have) to the back entrance of the Chicago Botanic Garden nearby (chicagobotanic.org) - free admission, but costs to park. If you can walk over, no cost to enter. Thank you for using the board's HOTWIRE or PRICELINE links to start your purchases and searches. Link to comment
itmustbeslim Posted August 19, 2014 Author Report Share Posted August 19, 2014 Thanks for your help. Because it was only for one night ended up booking the 3 star and got Courtyard, not bad. Thanks again Link to comment
AaronJB Posted August 20, 2014 Report Share Posted August 20, 2014 Congrats on your success. :) Solid deal for this Courtyard. Can you confirm the zone of the 3* hotel and the amenities that PRICELINE EXPRESS associated with this property. Let us know if you have any questions about the area. 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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