Priceline Hotel: 4* Los Angeles Hollywood mid-May

[nasesco72]

Hi all,

My first post - I am new to this bidding for hotelroom concept but here goes...

I am looking at staying in hollywood 4* or higher from 19-May until 22-May (3nights)..

Would prefer W Hollywood.. I believe hotwire has it for $229 per night under secret hotels.

I would like to avoid Redbury hotel as its another 4* in this area.

I am hoping to get a room for $140-160 range.

Any ideas on the strategy or if my expectations are realistic?

[thereuare]

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[nasesco72]

Hello.. I done those steps mentioned

[thereuare]

I would like to avoid Redbury hotel as its another 4* in this area.

The Redbury hotel has never been reported to the board thru PRICELINE's "Name Your Own Price" service, but it is a 4 star rated hotel thru their 'retail' service.

When bidding on PRICELINE you can't bid on, or avoid a specific hotel in the zone, you have to be able to accept any hotel in the zone at the star level (or higher) that you choose. You'll either need to accept the risk of not receiving the Redbury hotel OR go with a HOTWIRE offer where, based upon the amenities and an other information provided, you can be reasonably assured of not receiving the property you're hoping to avoid.

Let us know how you'd like to proceed and we'll advise accordingly.

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[nasesco72]

Checkin 19-May... Check out 22-May

I found these following two hotels on hotwire.. please help to ID.

Location: Beverly Hills - West Hollywood

Hotel: Secret hot Rate hotel

See photos See area map

10+ reviewsFacilities 9 bookings in last 24 hours AUD 885ǂ

AUD 619

Fitness Center

Guests have access to exercise equipment; an additional charge may apply.

Pool(s)

Property offers at least one pool area; hours and dates of operation may be seasonal.

Restaurant(s)

Property offers at least one restaurant on the premises; hours and days of operation may vary.

High-Speed Internet Access

Guestrooms are equipped with high-speed Internet access; an extra charge may apply.

AND

Location: Hollywood

Hotel: Secret hot Rate hotel

See photos See area map

10+ reviewsFacilities 3 bookings in last 24 hours AUD 890ǂ

AUD 683

total for your stay

Smoke Free Rooms

Guest rooms at this hotel are always smoke-free.

Fitness Center

Guests have access to exercise equipment; an additional charge may apply.

Pool(s)

Property offers at least one pool area; hours and dates of operation may be seasonal.

Restaurant(s)

Property offers at least one restaurant on the premises; hours and days of operation may vary.

Business Center

Guests have access to business equipment and services; an additional charge may apply.

High-Speed Internet Access

Guestrooms are equipped with high-speed Internet access; an extra charge may apply.

Spa Services

Guests have access to a spa facility or spa services; an extra charge typically applies.

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Finally - What is my best strategy - bid lower than those pricelines for the same area and star on priceline or wait closer to the date hoping hotwire price comes down?

[thereuare]

Please change the currency drop down menu on the top right of HOTWIRE's page to US Dollars (and if applicable the country to United States). Then continue to search HOTWIRE and post to the board in US Dollars so that rates are consistent and not subject to interpretation due to future currency fluctuation. Once you're ready to purchase simply change the drop down menu to whatever currency you'd like to use and complete your purchase.

Finally - What is my best strategy - bid lower than those pricelines for the same area and star on priceline or wait closer to the date hoping hotwire price comes down?

What is the room rate in US dollars (per nite before taxes and fees) for each of the above properties? Are you interested in either of these properties at the prices currently listed? What is your maximum bid price for this trip?

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[nasesco72]

My budget is $170 for 4 star in hollwood

or $120-$130 for 3.5 star

[thereuare]

My budget is $170 for 4 star in hollwood

or $120-$130 for 3.5 star

What about Beverly Hills-West Hollywood... are you not interested in this zone?

Did you want to bid for a 4* first up to your limit and then if rejected try for a 3.5*... OR do you prefer a 3.5* if available for a lower price?

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