trivianut Posted June 24, 2005 Report Share Posted June 24, 2005 Ok, I started out looking for a 2.5-3* in Northbrook for one night on 6/28/05. Most of the 3* were sold out when I checked rates. Tried bidding w/ free rebids for Gurnee and Libertyville (on P-L), and bid up to $36 with no luck. Now most of the 2.5* in area are sold out as well, so I'm trying for a different strategy.Idea 1 is to try Priceline for Chicago-O'Hare, since there seems to be good availability. For 3* hotels - $116 Wyndham, $115 Four Points, and $109 for Ramada.Idea 2 is 2.5 or 3* in Oak Brook/Downers Grove on P-L, b/c although I'll be in Northbrook for dinner on the 28th, the next morning I'm going to LaGrange (south on 294). The best (only) rate for 2.5 star is Amerisuites for $99, and Holiday Inn Oak Brook is $95, but I've heard poor reviews.Idea 3 is Hotwire. Not much in Northbrook, but in Oak Brook there is a 3* Best Value for $43 w/ Comp. Breakfast and Pool amenities (most likely LaQuinta), and 2.5* Best Value w/ Kitchenette and Laundry for $32. There's also a 2* w/ same amenities for $31 that is most likely Homestead where I've stayed in the past, and it's fine for my needs (this would probably be my backup bid for an internet rate of $55). Since I've never used Hotwire before, I'm leaning towards 3 b/c I could use the discount code "GIFTCARD06" as a first timer, correct? I could get either one of the 2-2.5* properties for $30-31 w/ taxes and fees, which is a pretty good deal. Just curious as to which property might be which?If I figure out the specific hotels, guess I'll be trying #3, unless someone has a better idea? Thanks for listening to my rant... Link to comment
thereuare Posted June 24, 2005 Report Share Posted June 24, 2005 I'd recommend sticking with one of the two which you believe you have identified... i'm not sure of the third hotel either.Should be no problem using the discount code... and they work with affiliate links too :) Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases Link to comment
trivianut Posted June 25, 2005 Author Report Share Posted June 25, 2005 I thought I could edit my orginal post, but alas, I'm not knowing how...Anyways, I did go for the 2* and it was the Homestead Studio Suites for $31. With the Gift card, I mananged to pay, with taxes and fees, $30.95! Good location for me as well. Thanks for the help! Link to comment
thereuare Posted June 25, 2005 Report Share Posted June 25, 2005 Glad it went as expected and you got a great deal.You can only edit posts for up to one hour after posting them... just add a reply to your post with updates as it keeps continuity for others that are following along and future readers as well (we'll take care of the topic title)Enjoy your stay. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases Link to comment
trivianut Posted June 25, 2005 Author Report Share Posted June 25, 2005 Thank you Thereuare! Despite my being a Wisconsin grad, I love all the things you do here :) It was great knowing that the Hotel I bid on was one that I've stayed at before. Best part is getting it for 1/2 the rate of three years ago :) I also expected that you could do something about editing the title. Thanks again. Link to comment
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