Priceline Hotel: 3.5* DC (Georgetown-Foggy Bottom) Marriott Westend

[McMick]

I'm attending a meeting being held at the Ritz-Carlton, Washington (at 1150 22nd St NW) The "special rate" for the meeting at the Ritz is $229/night, and of course I knew I could do WAY better than that. Especially in August in DC, when Congress is not in session and things slow down quite a bit.

When in DC, I usually stay near Dupont Circle because I really like the neighborhood vibe, ample restaurants and shops, and convenient proximity to the Metro. But to get a good deal I was open to staying within two nearby zones: White House-Downtown and Georgetown-Foggy Bottom.

Using the PRICELINE link on the BetterBidding web site:

Started with 4 star, Dupont Circle, $60...denied.

Added White House, maintained 4 star, increased to $65...denied.

Added other zones without 3.5 and 4 star properties, maintained 4 star, and got up to $80...all denied.

Added 3.5 star properties, reduced bid to $60...denied (I learned on BetterBidding to reduce your bid when you decrease the stars...)

Added Georgetown-Foggy Bottom, increased to $65...SCORE!

THE ULTIMATE IRONY: the Marriott Washington Westend (1221 22nd St NW) is a 3 minute walk to the Ritz-Carlton!

I was a bit hesitant to add the Georgetown zone, because I was afraid of winning a hotel that was too far from Dupont Circle-- but this Marriott is on the east side of the Georgetown zone and only about a 10-15 minute walk to the Dupont Circle area. And I'll have a chance to explore a new neighborhood too.

On the Marriott web site, this room is $149/night.

Taxes and fees: $46.40. Grand total: $306.40.

Thank you BetterBidding for providing this wonderful forum!

[AaronJB]

Congratulations on your success. :)

Terrific rate for this DC property! Glad you are pleased with the deal and that the location will work quite well.

Thank you for sharing your result with the board and using the site's PRICELINE link.

Enjoy your stay.