Priceline Hotel: Help with NYC trip Oct. 8 - 11

[zocalo]

Hello,

I am visiting NYC for a wedding and need a hotel room for three nights from October 8, checking out October 11.

The bridal couple arranged a rate of $279 at the Carlton. I don't mind staying downtown, for the right price, as I have friends that live in that part of the city. I would not want to stay on the UES or UWS.

Do you think that I can do better than the Carlton regarding price/value on PRICELINE? And if so, how would you proceed?

Many thanks for any guidance that you can offer.

[thereuare]

You can try, but these have been very expensive dates in Manhattan thus far.

How much would you need to save vs. the $279/nite rate to make an opaque purchase worthwhile? Would the amount be the same if you were to bid Downtown?

Is your minimum star rating 4 stars?

Let us know and we'll suggest a strategy for you to follow.

Please use the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board to begin your travel purchases.

[zocalo]

Thanks. I see your point. The savings probably wouldn't be large enough to justify not knowing the actual hotel. Thanks.

[AaronJB]

Not an optimal alternative since it is a ways North of the Carlton (about a mile), but HOTWIRE has what appears to be a match for the Benjamin (4.5*, MTE, fitness, restaurant, internet, business, spa) for $275. Not right near the wedding and not much of a discount vs the Carlton, but a very nice, well-reviewed and otherwise well-located option for about the same price.

Just a thought.

Thank you for using the site's HOTWIRE or PRICELINE links to start your purchases and searches.

[TripleA]

I'm also trying to get a hotel from October 8-10 from PRICELINE. Do you think anything can be had for $200 on the island below central park?

[thereuare]

TripleA,

Welcome to BetterBidding!

Please read your messages... then if you'd like help with your own stay please start a NEW TOPIC.

Please use the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board to begin your travel purchases.

THANKS!