FSUChris Posted September 26, 2010 Report Share Posted September 26, 2010 Basically, we want a nice, yet reasonably price hotel near the night life (within 5 or 10 minutes... the closer, the better).Who should we use (PRICELINE or HOTWIRE)?What zones?What star rating?Any special tips (like trying a certain star rating first to get multiple bids)?Of course, I'll use the boards PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links to book.Thanks! Link to comment
thereuare Posted September 26, 2010 Report Share Posted September 26, 2010 Can you clarify...Are you looking at Downtown Miami (not sure just how much nightlife) or an area such as South Beach? What type of star rating and budget per nite are you seeking?Thanks for using the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases Link to comment
FSUChris Posted September 26, 2010 Author Report Share Posted September 26, 2010 I've never been to Miami for the nightlife, so I'm not sure. I'm assuming South Beach? While $50 would be ideal, I'd pay up to $100 a night. We are just looking for a safe place, with no bugs, to lay our head for the night. Nothing special, needed. Link to comment
thereuare Posted September 26, 2010 Report Share Posted September 26, 2010 South Beach is where the nightlife is located, but it's also where a lot of older, independent hotels, reside as well. I'm not such a fan of budget rated, independent, hotels as the quality can vary greatly within the star level, you may get a hidden gem of great value... or you could get something which you regret and wish you paid more. In the case of the latter, being an independent property, it's harder to get any problems/issues resovled with independent properties as there is little/no 'chain of command' to go up the corporate latter.Personally i probably wouldn't bid less than 3.5* in this area (preferably more) but i'm guessing your budget won't be enough for a 3.5* property. If that is the case, i would probably look towards HOTWIRE which will cost a little more, but hopefully you can take an educated guess as landing one of the better 3* properties.A quick search at the moment shows a 3* hotel which i'm guessing is the Ocean Five Hotel for $116/nite and another 3* hotel which i'm guessing is the President Hotel (upgraded from the previously reported 2.5* level) for $84/nite... i'd read reviews of each of these and determine if either would work for your needs OR if you'd prefer to roll the dice with PRICELINE.Please use the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board to begin your travel purchases.Let us know your thoughts and how you'd like to proceed and we'll advise accordingly. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases Link to comment
FSUChris Posted October 1, 2010 Author Report Share Posted October 1, 2010 I should have booked the President Hotel when I had the chance. Everything has jumped up few days ago and have remained there ever since. The cheapest hotel now is $119.Any advice on my next step? I've been trying to bid on PRICELINE, but only know the 4* rebid zones for South Beach. What are the 3.5* and 3* rebid zones?Thanks again for all your help! Link to comment
thereuare Posted October 2, 2010 Report Share Posted October 2, 2010 Any advice on my next step? I've been trying to bid on PRICELINE, but only know the 4* rebid zones for South Beach. What are the 3.5* and 3* rebid zones?Do you know how to determine your re-bid zones, as you should be checking them before every bidding cycle... new hotels are added to the system all the time, and others are upgraded/downgraded, that if you're not double checking your re-bid zones before bidding you could easily end up in a zone you didn't intend.Please see this Priceline Re-Bidding Explained for information on how to determine your re-bid zones. If you're still confused just post back and we'll break it down further for you. To see if you're on the right track, you have FIVE re-bid zones at the 3.5* level and only ONE re-bid zone at the 3* level.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
FSUChris Posted October 4, 2010 Author Report Share Posted October 4, 2010 Thanks for that help! I've got the rebid zones figured out. For what it's worth, it's looking like I have waited too long. Prices are crazy. What's the chance prices go down a day or two before Thursday?Do you see anything on HOTWIRE that you can guess what it is for my days in any of the three 'South Beach' areas? Link to comment
thereuare Posted October 4, 2010 Report Share Posted October 4, 2010 I don't see anything on HOTWIRE within your target budget... or have you revised your maximum bid?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
FSUChris Posted October 4, 2010 Author Report Share Posted October 4, 2010 I don't see anything on HOTWIRE within your target budget... or have you revised your maximum bid?Please use the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board to begin your travel purchases.I guess the best bang for the buck at this point. Link to comment
thereuare Posted October 4, 2010 Report Share Posted October 4, 2010 As PRICELINE is usually a little cheaper than HOTWIRE, if your goal is best bang for your buck and no need for specific amenities or location, why not increase your maximum bid and continue to bid on PRICELINE?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
FSUChris Posted October 4, 2010 Author Report Share Posted October 4, 2010 As PRICELINE is usually a little cheaper than HOTWIRE, if your goal is best bang for your buck and no need for specific amenities or location, why not increase your maximum bid and continue to bid on PRICELINE?Please use the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board to begin your travel purchases.How many bad hotels are in SoBe that I might get stuck with on PRICELINE? At least with HOTWIRE, I have a chance of knowing which hotel to get.For what it's worth, I very much appreciate your help and won't take it out on you if I get stuck with some sh*thole if you think I should go with PRICELINE. :) Link to comment
FSUChris Posted October 4, 2010 Author Report Share Posted October 4, 2010 How is 'The Wave' in SoBe? I can get it through BookIt.com for $284 total, taxes included ($118 a night). I'll also be hit with a $10 resort fee and $30 valet (which seems normal for the area, anyway) once I arrive.I know BB doesn't get anything out of that reservation, but what do you think? Should I take it? Link to comment
AaronJB Posted October 4, 2010 Report Share Posted October 4, 2010 How about the Townhouse Hotel? Pretty boutique property w/breakfast. $130 on Expedia + coupon code FESTIVE10 takes $10 off per night = $120.Really nice looking property, plus great reviews.Please use the site's Expedia links to start your purchases and searches. Link to comment
FSUChris Posted October 15, 2010 Author Report Share Posted October 15, 2010 Hey. I just wanted to add a little closure to this thread. I did end up booking 'The Wave' hotel. I really appreciate everyone's help. Sorry I couldn't use the links this time around. Link to comment
thereuare Posted October 15, 2010 Report Share Posted October 15, 2010 Glad you found something which works for your needs.Thank you for resolving this thread with your decision. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases Link to comment
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