gregjennifer Posted March 22, 2012 Report Posted March 22, 2012 Thereuare,Im looking for a post I read previously that described the downtown new york zones and gave your opinion of each. I even remember you referencing a bagel shop in one area. Do you know of the one I'm asking. If so will you post and give me the link.Thanks,Greg
thereuare Posted March 23, 2012 Report Posted March 23, 2012 Is it this NYC Priceline Zones thread? While still mostly valid, that thread is almost 10 years old (which makes me realize just how far the board has come) and since then PRICELINE has changed zone names, boundaries, and added new zones too.I'd suggest using that thread as an overview but confirming any bidding you intend to do before proceeding... or if you let us know your parameters (desired star rating, budget, purpose of the trip, etc, etc) we'll try to suggest some recommended zones.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
gregjennifer Posted March 24, 2012 Author Report Posted March 24, 2012 That was the one. Had no idea that was 10 years ago. Is it still pretty accurate? Heading to New York to do the tourist thing (15th anniversary). We are going to several plays and want to see a few sites. We would like a 4* or better. What would be a good place to start on the bidding? I'm aware of the rebidding zones (7). But what is a typical win for early June? I already when through the bidding process on priceline with no success(140-175) using mte,mtw and south central park.Thoughts, Greg
AaronJB Posted March 24, 2012 Report Posted March 24, 2012 Personally, I particularly like the MTE/ESB areas; very nice areas, calmer (in comparison), convenient and (generally) less expensive than other, nearby zones. Early June is unfortunately still in the midst of the busy early Summer season - prices do come down as the temperatures climb in July/August. As for sights, I continue to highly recommend the Intrepid Museum (an aircraft carrier parked in the Hudson, which was revamped as a museum), which is not only a unique experience, but offers really nice views of the surrounding area from the deck.What would be your desired budget per night for this stay?Thank you for using the site's HOTWIRE or PRICELINE links to start your purchases and searches.
Verbat Posted March 24, 2012 Report Posted March 24, 2012 Looking at the Calendar of Wins i can see that people won 4* hotels for $160-$170 in MTE and like AaronJB said MTE and MTW are great areas and i always prefer to stay there as well.For June having a 4* hotel for $160-$170 is a great deal and i'm not sure you will be able to find something cheaper unless you want to wait for the last few days before you arrive and hope that hotels wont be full and offer lower prices.Now as you said there are 7 re-bidding zones in NY and if you bump the price by $5 each time you can play with $35 when bidding. Seeing that someone did win a hotel for $160-$170 i would say start from $160 and go up slowly up to your maximum bid. I think that you should be able to win something at around $170-$190.Of course have patience, you have a lot of time until June and i would suggest bidding several times a week until you win something.
thereuare Posted March 25, 2012 Report Posted March 25, 2012 We would like a 4* or better.At 4* and higher the MTE, MTW, TS, CPS and ESB zones all typically work well for the average user. Are all of these zones acceptable OR do you want to only stick with the ones you bid previously?Currently i'd guess you're looking at ~$185-$210 to be successful for a 4* in these zones.Please use the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board to begin your travel purchases.Let us know 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
gregjennifer Posted May 10, 2012 Author Report Posted May 10, 2012 First time to New York. Wife and I are celebrating an anniversary and would like to stay in Manhattan near shows and tourist things. Looking for a four star, and based on my reading, the zones MTE, MTW, TS, ESB, and maybe CPS. I'm familiar with the bid zones but would love a strategy. Also, I haven't seen many wins posted for this weekend. What would be a good place to start bidding? I know it is a busy time of year. Not to worried about the cost, just want a good deal and good location. Any advice would be appreciated.Greg
thereuare Posted May 10, 2012 Report Posted May 10, 2012 Please keep all posts for the same stay in the same thread.At the moment i think you're likely looking at $200-$220 for a centrally located 4* hotel (i actually think a little higher, but as you get up to $220 there are other options thru traditional booking channels that i would first consider as a back-up)Is $220 acceptable and are you willing to bid up to this amount at this point in time?Please confirm and we'll advise accordingly. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases
gregjennifer Posted May 10, 2012 Author Report Posted May 10, 2012 Thanks for pulling up my previous post. Just bid on MTE, MTW, and TS with all the rebid zones from 160-199 with no luck. I am still probably a little low. I will try again tomorrow with higher numbers. Any additional advice on strategy would be great.Greg
gregjennifer Posted May 10, 2012 Author Report Posted May 10, 2012 Sorry, I missed your post. Yes $220 would be fine. Maybe even a little above that. I still have a few weeks to bid and see.Greg
thereuare Posted May 11, 2012 Report Posted May 11, 2012 Just bid on MTE, MTW, and TS with all the rebid zones from 160-199 with no luck.Are these the only three zones which are acceptable OR are you also willing to include ESB and/or CPS in your bidding?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
gregjennifer Posted May 11, 2012 Author Report Posted May 11, 2012 Are these zones acceptable to most folks going on a theatre/tourist trip? If so I think they would be fine for us.Greg
thereuare Posted May 11, 2012 Report Posted May 11, 2012 At the 4* level all the zones posted are typically fine for the average user, to give it a go...At the 4* level in NYC 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* ESB and CPS...Bid $120, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $130, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $140, 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 add re-bid zone...Bid $170, if rejected close browser and use this link to re-access PRICELINESelect 4* ESB and CPS and MTE and MTW...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 $200, if rejected close browser and use this link to re-access PRICELINESelect 4* ESB and CPS and MTE and MTW and TS...Bid $203, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $205, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $208, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $210, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $213, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $215, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $218, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $220Any 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
gregjennifer Posted May 14, 2012 Author Report Posted May 14, 2012 Just went through the strategy. Won the Affinia Shelburne in Empire State Building area for $223/night. 1 room / 4 nights. 6/7-6/10. Getting ready to read a little about the hotel but excited about the win. Hopefully a nice property.Greg
AaronJB Posted May 14, 2012 Report Posted May 14, 2012 Congrats on your success. :)Definitely a solid win for this NYC property! Hope you are looking forward to your trip.Thank you for sharing your win and please use the site's PRICELINE or HOTWIRE links to start your purchases and searches.Enjoy your stay.
thereuare Posted May 15, 2012 Report Posted May 15, 2012 Congratulations on your success! This is a nice hotel centrally located just about 3 blocks from Grand Central Station.If you like margaritas, head down to Third Ave between 38th and 39th St. is 'El Rio Grande' where the frozen margaritas are not cheap... but they're very strong and go down easy. The chips and salsa served at the bar are very good too... but eat your meal elsewhere.Thank you for sharing your win with the board. Please use the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board to begin your travel purchases. Enjoy your stay. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases
gregjennifer Posted May 15, 2012 Author Report Posted May 15, 2012 Thanks better bidding. I appreciate your help on a great hotel win. Thanks,Greg
thereuare Posted May 15, 2012 Report Posted May 15, 2012 We're happy to have helped! :) Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases
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