Priceline Hotel: What is the optimal time frame to bid a hotel?

[cfangster]

I am planning a trip to San Francisco in Oct this year. I guess now is probably too early but I wonder when should I start bidding for a hotel there. Any suggestions?

[AaronJB]

The Priceline FAQ discusses purchase timing in greater detail.

Please let us know the details of your stay (date/s of travel, desired budget, star rating, zones) and we would be happy to offer suggestions.

Thank you for using the site's HOTWIRE or PRICELINE links to start your purchases and searches.

[thereuare]

... and please click each of these PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links before replying.

Thank you.