Dcoleaz Posted November 26, 2012 Report Posted November 26, 2012 I really like the looks of this site. I know that seems minor but hey...it's true. We are hitting up DL after X-mas driving from Phoenix. We have been there several times and have been really happy with previous PL hotels. We have a Roadway Inn ($478 for 5 days, no parking/resort fee and free breakfast)reserved as back up but prefer to stay in a little bit nicer location. We are prepared to purchase the ART for transportation to DL if needed. I have used the previously suggested format but had ZERO luck. Am I too early in bidding?Select 3.5* Garden Grove...Bid $40, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $43, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $45, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $48, if rejected close browser and use this link to re-access PRICELINE...Select 3.5* Anaheim North...Bid $40, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $43, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $45, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $48, if rejected close browser and use this link to re-access PRICELINE...Select 3.5* Garden Grove and Anaheim North...Bid $50, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $53, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $55, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $58, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $60, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $63, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $65Bid $68
thereuare Posted November 27, 2012 Report Posted November 27, 2012 Welcome to BetterBidding... we're glad you're here :)While you may be able to get a last minute deal, i don't think the current issue is that you're too early, the more likely explanation is that you're traveling to this area during an extremely busy time... due to schools being on vacation for Christmas/winter break it's a peak time for families to head to Disneyland for vacation.Using MAPS and HOTELS.com what is the best rate you're able to find at an acceptable 3.5* or better hotel for these dates?You can also keep an eye on our Priceline and Hotwire Calendar of Wins to see if any hotels are reported in either of these zones for your specific dates (you can find all of our tools using the TOOLS drop down menu at the top of the board on the bottom row of the blue header)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
Dcoleaz Posted November 27, 2012 Author Report Posted November 27, 2012 Thanks$122 for the Sheraton Garden Grove is the best listed.
thereuare Posted November 27, 2012 Report Posted November 27, 2012 So you're looking for an almost 50% discount during a very busy time of year... hotels may not be willing to discount this much with a month to go, given they expect high demand and are hoping to fill (or have already filled) many/most rooms on their own at full price. You may get a hotel to discount more deeply closer to your stay, but you also run the risk that hotels fill-up and you're stuck with your current back-up reservation.Given a 3.5* is currently selling for $122/nite, and your back-up of ~$95/nite at the Rodeway Inn, how much of a discount would you need from the $122/nite rate to make upgrading to a 3.5* property worthwhile? (or is $68 the highest you're willing to bid?)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
Dcoleaz Posted November 27, 2012 Author Report Posted November 27, 2012 I love doing this. It makes me feel like I am saving a ton right before I go blow a ton on corn dogs and cotten candy. LOLI looked at the Roadway Inn and our room is $88 a night after taxes. No resort/parking fees. They do include breakfast which is nice but not a deal breaker. I am willing to forgo breakfast for a better nights sleep. So to answer the question I guess I would love to stay at or below the $88 a night after taxes and fees. Are the taxes based on the bid and if so at what percentage?
thereuare Posted November 27, 2012 Report Posted November 27, 2012 We have a Roadway Inn ($478 for 5 days, no parking/resort fee and free breakfast)I looked at the Roadway Inn and our room is $88 a night after taxes. No resort/parking fees.Is your all-in $440 ($88 x 5 nites) OR $478 (as previously posted)A $76 bid gets you to $440 all-in... an $83 bid gets you to $480 all-in. Which is it that you'd like to use as your maximum bid price?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
Dcoleaz Posted November 27, 2012 Author Report Posted November 27, 2012 All in is $440. I guesss i should not PL while working. LOLThanks!
thereuare Posted November 28, 2012 Report Posted November 28, 2012 When bidding 3.5* in this region you have EIGHT 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.Using $76 as your maximum bid, you can re-try as follows:Select 3.5* Garden Grove and Anaheim North...Bid $50, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $55, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $60, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $63, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $65, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $68, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $70, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $73, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $76Any 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
Dcoleaz Posted November 29, 2012 Author Report Posted November 29, 2012 I appreciate your help. Select 3.5* Garden Grove and Anaheim North...Bid $50, if rejected add re-bid zone... Bid $55, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $60, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $63, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $65, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $68, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $70, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $73, if rejected add re-bid zone...Bid $76All denied. Should I wait a few days or try tomorrow?
AaronJB Posted November 29, 2012 Report Posted November 29, 2012 I'd wait 2-3 days before trying again.Thank you for using the site's HOTWIRE or PRICELINE links to start your purchases and searches.
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