Priceline Hotel: Bidding strategy for USE/USW

[ruch182]

Hi there - I'm new to this forum and generally new to priceline. I'm heading to SF with my girlfriend and we're looking to stay from Feb 15th - 19th 2012, ideally in a 4* hotel given the savings I've seen on this forum, in USE (maybe USW - basically somewhere central and not too close to the tenderloin)

I really like the look of Parc 55, what should my ideal strategy be to land this hotel, or a similar 4* in the area? I've noticed that parc 55 has gone for as low as $80-90 in some cases.

Thanks for the help, and I'll be sure to use the PRICELINE link you have!

Edit: My max budget would probably be about $120 for this, but obviously looking for much cheaper if possible

[thereuare]

Welcome to BetterBidding!

Rates are big higher than usual for these dates so i'm doubtful that you'll find anything sub-$100, but you have a chance near the upper end of your range. I'd try as follows:

When bidding 4* in the San Francisco area you have SEVEN 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* USE and USE (assuming both are acceptable)...

Bid $85, if rejected add re-bid zone...

Bid $90, if rejected add re-bid zone...

Bid $95, if rejected add re-bid zone...

Bid $100, if rejected add re-bid zone...

Bid $105, if rejected add re-bid zone...

Bid $110, if rejected add re-bid zone...

Bid $115, if rejected add re-bid zone...

Bid $120

Any questions feel free to ask.(especially regarding re-bidding if you're new to the concept and/or bidding)

Thanks for using the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board.

Good luck and let us know how it goes.

[ruch182]

No luck with this after several tries - I've gone up to around $145 (