nwvo Posted April 13, 2012 Report Posted April 13, 2012 Hello,I was just introduced to this board and love all the info it has provided me. However, after using many of the strategies here in my own bidding I need some help.My wife and I are going to NYC on May 10th - 14th. We would like to stay in Manhattan and are not picky on area. Only thing we want is south of Central Park. So, anywhere from DT to CPS is fine. I've tried bids up to $150 for 3* with no success. Am I bidding too early? Can someone provide a strategy I can try?Thanks
AaronJB Posted April 13, 2012 Report Posted April 13, 2012 Welcome to Betterbidding. :)Sharing any prior wins (as separate threads) would be greatly appreciated.It's definitely not that early for next month and hotels should generally be pretty aware of occupancy trends - Spring (May/early June) can be particularly expensive in NYC with nicer weather and more activity.What zones have you bid on so far, and what would be your desired max bid for this stay?Thank you for using the site's HOTWIRE or PRICELINE links to start your purchases and searches.
nwvo Posted April 13, 2012 Author Report Posted April 13, 2012 I have bid in every zone south of central park. Bids have gone as high as 150 for a 3* room. I feel like I can get a room at that rate, just trying to see if there is a strategy I might be missing.
thereuare Posted April 14, 2012 Report Posted April 14, 2012 To avoid any confusion, please list the zones, by PRICELINE name, that you're willing to accept and we'll suggest a strategy for you to follow.Please use the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board to begin your travel purchases.Thanks. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases
nwvo Posted April 14, 2012 Author Report Posted April 14, 2012 CPS, MTW, MTE, TS, DT, HK, Chelsea, Soho/Tribeca, Lower East Side, ESB - All options for us.
thereuare Posted April 14, 2012 Report Posted April 14, 2012 When bidding 3* in NYC you have ONE re-bid zone. 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 3* CPS, MTW, MTE, TS, DT...Bid $100, if rejected close browser and use this link to re-access PRICELINE...Select 3* HK, Chelsea, Soho, LES, ESB...Bid $100, if rejected close browser and use this link to re-access PRICELINE...Select 3* HK, MTW, MTE, TS, DT...Bid $105, if rejected close browser and use this link to re-access PRICELINE...Select 3* CPS, Chelsea, Soho, LES, ESB...Bid $105, if rejected close browser and use this link to re-access PRICELINE...Select 3* CPS, Chelsea, MTE, TS, DT...Bid $110, if rejected close browser and use this link to re-access PRICELINE...Select 3* HK, MTW, Soho, LES, ESB...Bid $110, if rejected close browser and use this link to re-access PRICELINE...Select 3* CPS, MTW, Soho, TS, DT...Bid $115, if rejected close browser and use this link to re-access PRICELINE...Select 3* HK, Chelsea, MTE, LES, ESB...Bid $115, if rejected close browser and use this link to re-access PRICELINE...Select 3* CPS, MTW, MTE, LES, DT...Bid $120, if rejected close browser and use this link to re-access PRICELINE...Select 3* HK, Chelsea, Soho, TS, ESB...Bid $120, if rejected close browser and use this link to re-access PRICELINE...Select 3* CPS, MTW, MTE, TS, ESB...Bid $125, if rejected close browser and use this link to re-access PRICELINE...Select 3* HK, Chelsea, Soho, LES, DT...Bid $125, if rejected close browser and use this link to re-access PRICELINE...Select 3* HK, Chelsea, MTE, TS, DT...Bid $130, if rejected close browser and use this link to re-access PRICELINE...Select 3* CPS, MTW, Soho, LES, ESB...Bid $130, if rejected close browser and use this link to re-access PRICELINE...Select 3* CPS, Chelsea, Soho TS, DT...Bid $135, if rejected close browser and use this link to re-access PRICELINE...Select 3* HK, MTW, MTE, LES, ESB...Bid $135, if rejected close browser and use this link to re-access PRICELINE...Select 3* CPS, MTW, Soho, LES DT...Bid $140, if rejected close browser and use this link to re-access PRICELINE...Select 3* HK, Chelsea, MTE, TS, ESB...Bid $140, if rejected close browser and use this link to re-access PRICELINE...Select 3* CPS, MTW, MTE, LES, ESB...Bid $143, if rejected close browser and use this link to re-access PRICELINE...Select 3* HK, Chelsea, Soho, TS, DT...Bid $143, if rejected close browser and use this link to re-access PRICELINE...Select 3* CPS, MTW, MTE, LES, ESB, HK, Chelsea, Soho...Bid $145, if rejected close browser and use this link to re-access PRICELINE...Select 3* CPS, MTW, MTE, LES, ESB, TS, DT...Bid $145, if rejected close browser and use this link to re-access PRICELINE...Select 3* CPS, MTW, MTE, LES, ESB, HK, Chelsea, Soho, ESB, TS, DT...Bid $148, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $150Any 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
nwvo Posted April 16, 2012 Author Report Posted April 16, 2012 I was happy with a 3* as my wife and I do not spend much time in the hotel room when we visit NYC. Very happy with this rate.
AaronJB Posted April 17, 2012 Report Posted April 17, 2012 Congrats on your success. :)Definitely a good deal for a busy time period, and glad you are pleased with the result.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.
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