Priceline Hotel: 5* Las Vegas (Strip) Venetian

[ibh02]

Dec 23 - 27

Las Vegas

Strip Area

4* or 5*

What's the approximate cost?

Would it be better if we booked directly since this is peak season?

Thanks,

[thereuare]

What is your budget and we'll help you find the best deal.

This isn't exactly peak season, historically the month of December up until 12/25 is a very slow time in Vegas... then it picks up after 12/25 leading into New Years Eve. Is SPLITTING YOUR BID an option?

[ibh02]

I don't really have a budget, as long it's cheaper than the posted rates at travel agency and Expedia.ca. Splitting is not an option.

[thereuare]

So what is the best deal you have found thru Expedia and then we can try to beat it for you (at the same or equivalent proprety)

[ibh02]

MGM Grand Hotel And Casino - $135

Aladdin Resort and Casino - $109

Bellagio - $199

Wynn Las Vegas - $199

Dec 23 date only

[thereuare]

Have you switched your dates to only 12/23?

Rates are likely to change during your stay.

[ibh02]

I'm actually just trying to see what I can find. I'll probably go with Expedia for my December plans because the hotels are stated. I'll just pay retail. Thanks for your help

[thereuare]

Although i think that would be a mistake as we can often find users great deals in Vegas and know the hotel beforehand, please use our Expedia link if you choose to go that route.

[ibh02]

Hi guys,

How much should I bid for the dates Dec 22-25?

Looking for 5 stars. If I split this into Dec 22 and Dec 23-25, and I try 5 star... I will still get the same hotel right? Venetian.

otherwise, I'm looking for 4 stars and hoping for MGM...

my budget $100 / night

For some reason, when u go to price line and type in $80, for 5 star, it doesn't say low chance. So there's a possibility of getting it

Please comment.

Thanks

[dave]

Though Venetian seems to come up often, there is no guarantee of getting the same hotel if you split your bid.

In this case though, there maybe a need to split your bid as your dates fall into the weekend, where rates are usually higher.

[Blueskies]

ibh02

You have a lot of time so you can bid and rebid especially for the 5 star with all the rebids.

Looks like the first couple of nights could be had at the lower rate as the website says $169 which normally means a priceline bid of $99 will get it.

There is an element of chance in all your bids but What could the worse Scenario be - You have to move and spend a couple of nights at the Bellagio!! I know that may not be ideal but you have to give up something to get the prices. Otherwise you need to look at booking conventionally.

Don't really believe $99 will get it for second two nights but with a rate of $219 on their website perhaps you would be able to get at a reasonable amount. If your budget is tight and you don't want to move then I would look at 4 star level. Thats just my opinion. I am sure there will be others out there who will be able to help you.

[thereuare]

Are you willing to SPLIT YOUR STAY?

[ibh02]

I don't really want to split the bid because of the chance I won't get the same hotel but the only 5* listed in Las Vegas in the Strip area is Venetian so if I do rebid, I'll probably get the same hotel.

Actually, I don't mind whatever hotel as long as it's 5* and I can get it at $100!

[Blueskies]

I would say that it is very unlikely that you would get the whole stay for that budget but that is my opinion and it is up to you to decide whether you would prefer to look at 4 star or raise your budget (if that is possible) to get a 5* or just keep trying in hope that you get the whole trip for $100 + taxes + fees (with a cancellable back up).

Good luck whatever you decide. Have fun in Vegas!

[thereuare]

The issue is not only getting a different hotel... what if you are successful for part of your stay and then the 5* hotels are sold-out for your dates (or the more likely scenario, more than you would like to spend)

[ibh02]

MGM is actually rated 4 stars only. What would you suggest my lowest bid be for a 4 star rating for the specified date? Dec 22-25 (I don't plan to split my bid)

[ibh02]

I just read somewhere that it's better to book conventionally for Las Vegas because of how it operates except when bidding on 5 stars. Is this the same with 4 stars?

Here's the post I read:

http://www.betterbidding.com/index.php?act...ST&f=246&t=720&

[ibh02]

See... I could actually raise my budget if we could get a room and fit 4 adults in it (2 Queen Size beds) but queen size beds aren't guarantee. what are your comments about this? Fitting 4 adults in one room decreases our cost per night per adult...

[Blueskies]

If you are bidding at 5* level and get the venetian (most likely) you will have a King bed and Queen Sofa as a minimum. However if you want to request a two Queen room you will be asked to pay extra on most occasions. I think its $30 extra per night. The rooms are very large but there would be no privacy. Certainly when we went there was no problem getting a room with 2 Qs but we did have to pay for it.

[thereuare]

Just to add to Blueskies' comment, the switch to a room with 2 Queen beds would be based upon availability, but i dont' suspect you'd have too much trouble for your dates since it's a slow time in Vegas (but mention for anyone else reading this thread)

Let us know how you want to proceed and we'll advise accordingly.

[ibh02]

I'll probably try $100 for the 3 days if I can't get it. I'll just go conventional and pick another hotel. Thanks for your help

[thereuare]

Try our Las Vegas Checker.

Also feel free to check with us once you find your best deal, we are familiar with a lot of good resources for Vegas properties so we will at least confirm the direct deal you find is the best you can do.

[ibh02]

is the queen sofa, a sofa bed? Do you know if the room with 2 queen size beds has a queen sofa?

[Blueskies]

Yes, it is the Queen sofa that pulls out but I think it would need to be two little people to be comfortable. I think there is a Queen sofa in all style of rooms.

[ibh02]

If you notice - on priceline

For 5 Stars - Avg Rate

Dec 22 - $169

Dec 23 - $169

Dec 24 - $219

Dec 25 - $199

Dec 26 - $120

So do you think I can bid $99 for Dec 22 and 23... I think it's possible right. I actually might start at 79 and use free rebids and go up to $99.

Dec 26 hmmm how much do you think I can bid on price line? for 5 star... I'm just aiming venetian