mandy1 Posted March 2, 2013 Report Posted March 2, 2013 $89 5* for April 3-5 and $30 resort feeFree Parking <amenity names only please... not descriptions> Free Internet <amenity names only please... not descriptions> Suite A guestroom designed for an extended stay and/or that is more spacious than the average hotel room. Suites typically offer residential-style furnishings, as well as separate living and sleeping areas; some also offer kitchenettes. 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. Golf Nearby Property is located within walking distance or a short drive of at least one golf course; an extra charge typically applies. Spa Services Guests have access to a spa facility or spa services; an extra charge typically applies. Accessible for the blind Braille or raised signage Accessible for the deaf TTY for telephone, visual or flashing fire alarm and vibrating alarm clock Accessible path of travel <amenity names only please... not descriptions> In-room accessibility Accessible 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 coverings Accessible bathroom Raised toilet, hand-held shower and grab bars at the tub and toilet Roll-in shower Bathroom has a roll-in shower OR$121 5* April 3-5 $25 resort feeResort Resorts offer a complete destination experience. Facilities generally include a spa or fitness center, one or more swimming pools, and superior dining options. Depending on location, recreational activities may include water sports, golf, tennis or skiing. Coastal resorts usually boast ocean views or beachfront access. Note: A resort fee may be charged. Free Parking <amenity names only please... not descriptions> Casino Property offers a full-service casino accessible from the lobby. 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. Golf Nearby Property is located within walking distance or a short drive of at least one golf course; an extra charge typically applies. Spa Services Guests have access to a spa facility or spa services; an extra charge typically applies. Accessible for the blind Braille or raised signage Accessible for the deaf TTY for telephone, visual or flashing fire alarm and vibrating alarm clock Accessible path of travel <amenity names only please... not descriptions> In-room accessibility Accessible 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 coverings Accessible bathroom Raised toilet, hand-held shower and grab bars at the tub and toilet Handicapped parking <amenity names only please... not descriptions> Roll-in shower Bathroom has a roll-in shower Please note that Hotwire cannot guarantee the level of services offered at a property and/or if services are operational at the time of visit. Services may be closed due to seasonality reasons and/or may be closed for renovation.
thereuare Posted March 2, 2013 Report Posted March 2, 2013 I currently see a 5* hotel in the Strip South zone offered for your dates and at the same $106/nite rate, but there are only 14 amenities showing, not the 17 you've listed above:Free Parking Casino Fitness Restaurant Business Spa Blind Accessible Deaf Accessible Travel Accessible Room Accessible Wheelchair Accessible Bathroom Accessible Handicapped Parking Roll-in Shower ... can you please confirm what amenities are currently showing for the 5* Strip South property you're seeing? (and please provide the amenity names only... not the descriptions, as you can see how much easier it makes your post to read.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
mandy1 Posted March 2, 2013 Author Report Posted March 2, 2013 I think the $125 was reduced to $99, has a $30 resort fee....although $106 seems like a good price too if you could ID either.Thanks for your tips, I'm a newbie, just found your site, love it!
AaronJB Posted March 2, 2013 Report Posted March 2, 2013 Can you confirm the amenities, as noted in the post above? Thanks.Thank you for using the site's HOTWIRE or PRICELINE links to start your purchases and searches.
thereuare Posted March 2, 2013 Report Posted March 2, 2013 Thanks for the compliments on BetterBidding, we appreciate that. :)This is what i'm currently seeing when searching HOTWIRE for the 5* hotels in the Strip South zone for your dates (best guess for each follows the listing):$106/niteFree Parking Casino Fitness Restaurant Business Spa Blind Accessible Deaf Accessible Travel Accessible Room Accessible Wheelchair Accessible Bathroom Accessible Handicapped Parking Roll-in Shower ==> my guess here would be the Cosmpolitan$93/niteFree Parking Free Internet Suite Smoke Free Fitness Pool Restaurant Business Hi-Speed Internet Golf Spa Blind Accessible Deaf Accessible Travel Accessible Room Accessible Bathroom Accessible Roll-in Shower ==> Vdara or the Four Seasons (you should be prepared for either but the Vdara is seen more frequently then the Four Seasons)Please use the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board to begin your travel purchases.Let us know what you decide and how it goes or if we can be of further help. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases
mandy1 Posted March 2, 2013 Author Report Posted March 2, 2013 I am also looking at April 3-5 5* Vegas South Strip I see 2. One for $89 and one for $121. My guess was Vdara and Aria, respectively...
AaronJB Posted March 2, 2013 Report Posted March 2, 2013 This is what I'm seeing when I search for South Strip for your dates.This Hotel features the following amenities:Free Parking Free Internet Suite Smoke Free Rooms Fitness Center Pool(s) Restaurant(s) Business Center High-Speed Internet Access Golf Nearby Spa Services Accessible for the blind Accessible for the deaf Accessible path of travel In-room accessibility Accessible bathroom Roll-in shower --- Possible Vdara or Four Seasons.Free Parking Casino Fitness Center Restaurant(s) Business Center Spa Services Accessible for the blind Accessible for the deaf Accessible path of travel In-room accessibility Wheelchair accessible Accessible bathroom Handicapped parking Roll-in shower ---This would be a possible match for the Cosmo.Are you seeing the same 5*'s in Strip South as the above?You can also view the list of HOTWIRE hotels that have been reported to the board (which also notes the amenities that have been seen with each) at this link: Hotwire Hotel List Nevada.Thank you for using the site's HOTWIRE or PRICELINE links to start your purchases and searches.
mandy1 Posted March 2, 2013 Author Report Posted March 2, 2013 Yes! Thanks so much, I think I will pass on the Vdara, might try for the Cosmo....will let you know! :)
AaronJB Posted March 3, 2013 Report Posted March 3, 2013 Thank you for keeping us updated and please let us know if you have additional questions.Thanks for using the site's HOTWIRE or PRICELINE links to start your purchases and searches.
mandy1 Posted March 5, 2013 Author Report Posted March 5, 2013 5 star strip - south confused by number of ppl April 3-5Travelling to Vegas with my kids. I was originally searching Hotwire with the standard 2Adults. Went to book to make sure we get 2 queen beds and noticed different hotel prices and amenities for different number of kids. I though most hotels in Vegas did not charge extra for kids in room. Here is a summary of prices ( cant list all amenities, too many ) 5 stars only2 adults. 0 kids$89. Tax $35 total $212 has $30 resort fee lists suite as one amenity. 90% approval$121 tax $41 total. $283. Has $25 resort fee lists casino 90% approval2adults. 1 kid$118. Tax $41. Total $277. Has $25 resort fee no suite no casino listed. 90% approval2adults. 2 kids$195. Tax $120. Total $510. No resort fee listed little services listed, just a few accessibility amenities. 100% approval. So my question, are these same or diifernent hotels? Any suggestions on bidding if I want 2 queens? Any guesses which hotels these are?Thx
thereuare Posted March 5, 2013 Report Posted March 5, 2013 Please keep all posts for the same trip in the same thread.I though most hotels in Vegas did not charge extra for kids in room.Nope, many now charge for any occupancy more than two, especially at the higher end hotels. Many of the 5* hotels now even charge more for a room with 2 beds vs. a room with only 1 bed, even if it's only double occupancy for each.So my question, are these same or diifernent hotels?These are likely all different properties.Any suggestions on bidding if I want 2 queens?It is impossible to ensure two beds in the room when bidding on PRICELINE... let along two queen beds. To ensure sleeping accommodations for everyone you have two choices:1) use HOTWIRE and search for 2adults/2children... although note that the second 'bed' could be a rollaway brought into to the room, a pullout sofabed, etc2) use PRICELINE EXPRESS and choose a room that offers the bed type option where you can select two beds. HOWEVER, technically your reservation is still only marked for double occupancy so there is a chance there could be an issue and the hotel could look for an additional fee, but i think the chances are low given you've booked a room with two beds, but if you go this route i'd play it safe and simply not have everyone go up to the desk at check-in.What is your budget for this trip? Have you decided upon your dates or are they still up in the air? If the latter are both dates acceptable OR are you not yet sure which set of dates you will choose based upon other plans falling into place (ie- need to get days off from work, finalize the kids schedule to see which dates you can get away, etc)Please use the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board to begin your travel purchases.Let us know how you'd like to proceed and we'll take it from there. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases
mandy1 Posted March 5, 2013 Author Report Posted March 5, 2013 I am leaning towards this one:5 Star South Strip2Adults 1 Kids $118 tax 41 Total $277 90% ApprovalFree Parking Fitness Center Pool(s) Restaurant(s) Business Center High-Speed Internet Access Golf Nearby Spa Services Accessible for the blind Accessible for the deaf Accessible path of travel In-room accessibility Accessible bathroom Roll-in shower Bathroom has a roll-in shower
thereuare Posted March 5, 2013 Report Posted March 5, 2013 I've separated your posts... we will use this thread for the second leg of your trip for April 3-5... and this March Hotwire Las Vegas thread for your first visit to this region.A new amenity set for the Bellagio, Vdara, or Aria would be my guess for this one.Please use the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board to begin your travel purchases.Let us know how it goes or if we can be of further help. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases
mandy1 Posted March 6, 2013 Author Report Posted March 6, 2013 Never used Priceline before but took a peek since you post the link. The 5 star for $118 says $28 resort fee....is this not a dead give away for Aria? I also saw on Priceline the 4 star that said resort fee of $22.40 .... Really? Is that not a dead give away for the Monte Carlo? Seems like maybe Priceline is more predictable? Thoughts?
mandy1 Posted March 6, 2013 Author Report Posted March 6, 2013 Was looking at HOTWIRE, then looked at PRICELINE for the first time, seemed to be more winning bids reported, so easier to guess.Got the Aria for $118/nite.Very happy with rate, now I'll pray or beg for 2 beds :)
thereuare Posted March 6, 2013 Report Posted March 6, 2013 Congratulations on your success!Then the resort fee is $25 the price including tax is $28... then the resort fee is $20 the price including tax is $22.40; so the prices above are much more common then you may think.Glad to see you received the hotel you were hoping for and are pleased with the results.Please use the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board to begin your travel purchases.Enjoy this leg of your stay. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases
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