deal punisher Posted July 2, 2012 Report Posted July 2, 2012 3.5-star Hotel in Downtown OrlandoThis Hotel features the following amenities:Smoke Free RoomsGuest rooms at this hotel are always smoke-free.Fitness CenterGuests 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 CenterGuests have access to business equipment and services; an additional charge may apply.High-Speed Internet AccessGuestrooms are equipped with high-speed Internet access; an extra charge may apply.Accessible for the blindBraille or raised signageAccessible for the deafTTY for telephone, visual or flashing fire alarm and vibrating alarm clockFree Internet<amenity names only please... not descriptions>Accessible path of travel<amenity names only please... not descriptions>In-room accessibilityAccessible path from the room entrance to the window, the bed and the bathroom; accessible hardware and minimal resistance to open the door; accessible temperature controls and window coveringsAccessible bathroomRaised toilet, hand-held shower and grab bars at the tub and toiletHandicapped parking<amenity names only please... not descriptions>Roll-in showerBathroom has a roll-in shower
AaronJB Posted July 2, 2012 Report Posted July 2, 2012 Welcome to Betterbidding. :)Please provide the date/s of travel and we would be happy to take a look and try to ID. Additionally, please list the amenities only without descriptions. Thank you.Thank you for using the site's HOTWIRE or PRICELINE links to start your purchases and searches.
deal punisher Posted July 3, 2012 Author Report Posted July 3, 2012 3.5-star Hotel in Downtown OrlandoThis Hotel features the following amenities:Smoke Free RoomsFitness CenterPool(s)Property offers at least one pool area; hours and dates of operation may be seasonal.Restaurant(s)Business CenterHigh-Speed Internet AccessAccessible for the blindAccessible for the deafFree InternetAccessible path of travelIn-room accessibilityAccessible pathcontrols and window coveringsAccessible bathroomRaised toiletHandicapped parkingRoll-in showerBathroom has a roll-in showerSorry the Dates are: 7/21-7/22
AaronJB Posted July 3, 2012 Report Posted July 3, 2012 This listing has not yet been ID'd/reported to the board, but my guess is that it *may* be the Doubletree Orlando Downtown.Thank you for using the site's HOTWIRE or PRICELINE links to start your purchases and searches.
deal punisher Posted July 3, 2012 Author Report Posted July 3, 2012 bid 45..with fee's and everything it came out to $58.23 out the door.there is a $10 resort fee.
AaronJB Posted July 3, 2012 Report Posted July 3, 2012 Congrats on your success. :)Very nice win for this Radisson property! Hope you are looking forward to your stay.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.
christine5797 Posted July 3, 2012 Report Posted July 3, 2012 The property looks sketchy to me - the reviews on Priceline makes it seem like they put the Priceline guests in the Metropolitan motel next door.
deal punisher Posted July 4, 2012 Author Report Posted July 4, 2012 Christine thanks for the info..I called priceline and I called the actual hotel. turns out that the owner owns both hotels and he puts overflow in the 2nd hotel. I asked the hotel is that the case with my reservation she stated that at the moment the hotel is not booked and our room is fine. I also was able to list my king bed preference as opposed to double. I hope all goes well I will report back.Also called priceline, they said to call them if they attempt to switch hotels on me and they will find us another hotel. I hope this isn't the case.Wish us luck!.
christine5797 Posted July 5, 2012 Report Posted July 5, 2012 Good luck :) I'm concerned about my own priceline reservation. The Metropolitan is a $35/night job, which says a lot. It's a two-star property to boot. When I called the front desk, they didn't even look up my reservation and said, "Oh, it's very rare." Not according to the reviews on Priceline.
deal punisher Posted July 6, 2012 Author Report Posted July 6, 2012 I'm holding my ground if they try to put me in the Metropolitan, I will call PRICELINE and complain until they find me a hotel in the star rating for the same price or give me a refund. That's not right. I didn't bid for a bait and switch. how much did you bid for it?
christine5797 Posted July 6, 2012 Report Posted July 6, 2012 I bid for $49. I'm actually doing a chargeback because I was already displeased with the ratings, and this was before guests had posted about being put in the Metropolitan. I wasn't thrilled about the cleanliness, mentions of outdated furniture, and a parking lot that you needed to hike to - I'm a woman traveling alone for business, and TSA won't let me carry my pepper spray on the plane. (I checked. And I doubt anyone would hear my whistle, considering the proximity of the parking lot.) I really don't want to spend hours on the phone with Priceline when I get there and have to argue them into a better hotel. I know how I am after I fly (tired, cranky, just want a shower and a couple hours zoning out in front of the TV), and I am afraid that I will use words that will make a construction worker blush, which obviously won't help my cause. I really think Priceline should downgrade the Radisson's rating - even the price is vastly lower than the other 3.5* properties. When I called the front desk, they wouldn't even check to make sure that I wouldn't be shuffled to the Metropolitan. So they were much nicer to you than me.If it doesn't go through, they're going to feel the full force of my wrath - both Priceline and the Radisson. Bait and switch is illegal in Florida, and the Radisson can be sued for treble damages. In my state, I can also file in small claims against Priceline for unfair and deceptive advertising - again, treble damages.
deal punisher Posted July 23, 2012 Author Report Posted July 23, 2012 Just came back from staying here, I figured I would do a follow up...So when I got there I was greeted by a nice front desk clerk and he went ahead and looked up my reservation and saw my request for a king bed and went ahead with the booking, he asked for my id and credit card for any room charges and then handed me a sheet that detailed how I would be charged a $10 fee a night and asked me to sign I did and I was off to my room. The room was in the main building which is connected to the lobby via a path not in a nearby hotel or anything crazy. When I got to my room I was very surprised to find the amount of space I did (had a living area with a flat screen tv and sleep area with another tv., the room was great for a place to lay your head and rest after a day at the parks. Was it perfect no, but definitely doable for 45 bucks a night. Would I pay regular price for it NEVER. The bathroom and bed were fine and clean (which is all I cared about), with a little difficulty adjusting the bed but nothing a little reading of the instructions couldn't figure out. The fridge made a weird noise however, I didn't need it so I unplugged it for the night, and carpet and couches were a little dirty but nothing vomit inducing. This was fine for me and my 1 night stay for resting my head and taking a shower. The buffet was also pretty good. I didn't use any of the other amenities. The parking lot was dark, and the walk wasn't too bad, however I never felt unsafe, especially since others were around the same time I arrived. Would I stay here again? sure just as long as I pay $45 or less. Hope this helps.. feel free to ask any questions.
AaronJB Posted July 23, 2012 Report Posted July 23, 2012 Glad to hear that it was a satisfactory stay for the price, and thank you for the follow-up review.
christine5797 Posted July 23, 2012 Report Posted July 23, 2012 I feel a little better... but the carpet being dirty is a problem because I do yoga every morning first thing (as is a weird noise from the fridge, because I do bring my own food wherever I go courtesy of insane dietary restrictions). I guess if I have to I can put the bedspread on the floor (it's not like I'd want that on the bed anyway). Did you use the wifi at all? I've heard reports that it's slow... I can always bring my mifi unit with me. Glad that your stay worked out. Fingers crossed if I end up staying there... although hopefully I'll be posting about my 4* win prior to my trip.
deal punisher Posted July 24, 2012 Author Report Posted July 24, 2012 Unfortunately I didn't but cell reception was good.
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