mario3101 Posted April 3, 2011 Report Posted April 3, 2011 Hi, after booking the Delta Chelsea in Toronto as written in the Hotwire Canada part of the forum I am now searching for a 4* hotel in New York City.I was once in New York City and the Times Square area is the place where I'd like to stay. I know that there are cheaper and also beautiful areas in other parts of New York but I'd like to stay there.So here are my facts4* star Times Square Area or Midtown West (3.5* is also possible perhaps Marriott Marquis)10/12/2011 - 10/17/2011Budget: 175$ per night ex taxWhat do you think? Is that a realistic price or do I have to pay more? Perhaps someone can tell me about his own experience?Best regardsMario :)
thereuare Posted April 4, 2011 Report Posted April 4, 2011 I'm doubtful that $175 will be enough for this time of year... seasonally one of the most expensive.If you'd like to give it a try anyway, did you first want to try for a 4* in the MTW and TS zones up to $175... or is your goal the least expensive 3.5* or better in either of these two zones?Also, i did read that this is where you want to stay, but i'll add a link to our thoughts on Hotels Near Times Square for anyone else following along :)Please use the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board to begin your travel purchases.Let us know regarding the star ratings above (and please confirm that both zones are acceptable at both star ratings) and we'll suggest a strategy for you to follow. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases
mario3101 Posted April 4, 2011 Author Report Posted April 4, 2011 Both Zones are acceptable but I'd prefer a 4* hotel. I can raise my budget up to 200 $ per night. What I didn't know was that this time of the year is really expensive. If 200$ is not enough than I have to change the star level.
thereuare Posted April 4, 2011 Report Posted April 4, 2011 While based upon current prices at this time i don't think $200 will be enough, a LOT can happen between now and October... economy slows down, bookings come in slower then expected and rates drop, etc, etc. (of course the opposite can occur too and prices can go even high from here).So while i think your current chances are somewhat low, it's still worth trying, but i wouldn't drop your star rating just yet (but i would consider other nearby zones if you're flexible in this regard)Are you willing to bid as high as $200 at this point in time?Let us know and we'll suggest a strategy for you to follow. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases
mario3101 Posted April 4, 2011 Author Report Posted April 4, 2011 While based upon current prices at this time i don't think $200 will be enough, a LOT can happen between now and October... economy slows down, bookings come in slower then expected and rates drop, etc, etc. (of course the opposite can occur too and prices can go even high from here).So while i think your current chances are somewhat low, it's still worth trying, but i wouldn't drop your star rating just yet (but i would consider other nearby zones if you're flexible in this regard)Are you willing to bid as high as $200 at this point in time?Let us know and we'll suggest a strategy for you to follow.yes :)
thereuare Posted April 5, 2011 Report Posted April 5, 2011 At the 4* level you have SIX re-bid zones. If you're not familiar with re-bidding please read Priceline Re-Bidding Explained and feel free to ask questions and/or confirm your re-bid zones with the board before proceeding.Select 4* MTW...Bid $130, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $140, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $145, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $150, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $155, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $160, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $165, if rejected close browser and use this link to re-access PRICELINESelect 4* Times Square...Bid $130, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $140, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $145, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $150, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $155, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $160, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $165, if rejected close browser and use this link to re-access PRICELINESelect 4* Times Square and MTW...Bid $170, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $175, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $180, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $185, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $190, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $195, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $200Any questions feel free to ask.Please use the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board to begin your travel purchases.Good luck and let us know how it goes. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases
mario3101 Posted May 4, 2011 Author Report Posted May 4, 2011 just to give you a short update:I started bidding on the TS area. Startet at 145$ and added 6 rebid-zones up to 185$. I think I still have much time and I will try it again and again and in a few days I will add MTW because this is also acceptable for me. I think I'd like to get the Marriott Marquis because it is directly located at Times Square. Thereuare have you read my PM? I am really happy that I found this site and of course I always use the PRICELINE link.
thereuare Posted May 4, 2011 Report Posted May 4, 2011 Thanks for the note, i've just replied to your messages.Good luck with your next round of bidding and thanks for continuing to use the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board.Let us know if we can be of further help along the way. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases
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