Priceline Hotel: Priceline Express MTE & TS 20/9-26/9

[nic31h]

I have unsuccessfully been bidding for a 4* hotel in midtown east from 9/20 - 9/26. I would prefer ME but have been including ESB, MW, TS (are these areas pretty close to everywhere, it is our first time to NY and just want to stay somewhere close to everything). Am i correct in saying there are 4 free re bid zones?

I have tried up to $140 so far with no luck. I just saw someone got the roosevelt for $101 in august, this would be great! What kind of price do you think we should be looking at? Any suggestions? I have set up alerts for $130 and under

I have already clicked on both PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links numerous times :)

[thereuare]

Am i correct in saying there are 4 free re bid zones?

No... there are currently only TWO re-bid zones available when bidding 4* in NYC. If you believe there are more, or if are unsure, please ask the board for help and/or confirm your re-bid zones before you do any additional bidding. Start with this Priceline Re-Bidding Explained thread and we'll take it from there.

I have tried up to $140 so far with no luck. I just saw someone got the roosevelt for $101 in august, this would be great! What kind of price do you think we should be looking at? Any suggestions? I have set up alerts for $130 and under

This is high-season for NYC (and August is low season) so rates for your dates will likely be substantially more than any August wins. Based upon current rates i think you're likely looking at $200+ for a 4* hotel in midtown. Using MAPS and HOTELS.com what is the best rate you're able to find thru conventional means for a 4* hotel in one of the zones you've been bidding?

Thanks for using the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board.

[nic31h]

Can anyone please help me identify the below hotel on priceline express

4* Midtown East

20/9-26/9

Pets allowed, Business centre, Fitness centre

rated 7*

$336

Other options are:

4 1/2* Midtown East

20/9-26/9

Pets allowed, Business centre, Fitness centre, restaurant

rated 7*

$421

4* Midtown East

20/9-26/9

Pets allowed, Business centre, Fitness centre

rated 7*

$336

Time Square the choice is

3* Times Square

20/9-26/9

Business centre, Fitness centre, Restaurant, bed choice available

rated 7*

$287

4 1/2* Times Square

20/9-26/9

Pets Allowed, Business centre, Fitness centre, Restaurant

rated 9*

$401

Thank you! I have clicked on both the links already as well

[AaronJB]

Please keep all posts regarding this stay within this thread.

4* MTE - possible match for the W New York or Doubletree Met.

4.5* MTE - possibly the Palace

4.5* TS - possible Intercontinental TS.

3* TS - I'm seeing a different listing when searching for these date/s.

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[nic31h]

Sorry I thought the other thread was closed

Which of this would be the best option for a couple in their late 20s first time to New York. Will the price go down if we wait another week do you think? Or would we get a better price bidding?

[AaronJB]

Purchase timing is discussed in detail in the FAQ, but I will note that the Fall is traditionally expensive and waiting until the last minute - if the period is as it traditionally is - is a risk.

Bidding will be probably be at least slightly-to-mildly cheaper, but it becomes a matter of being willing to then accept ANY hotel at the star rating chosen in the zone chosen versus being able to make at least an educated guess using the Express Deals area.

HOTWIRE also has some listings for fairly comparable prices, but in terms of Express deals, do keep in mind the BIGCITY6 coupon code, which should work for 10% off.

In terms of a couple for their first time in NYC, I think it becomes a matter of:

1. Would you rather be right near a lot of sights but in an area that's not busy/hectic?

2. Do you want to be in the middle of a particularly busy/hectic area?

Everyone is different, but personally I'd much rather recommend staying in MTE or ESB - very nice areas, calmer and yet, still convenient to sights. A lot of restaurant and shopping options as well. I love NYC, but would not want to stay in TS - just too crowded/hectic. The other note is that there's so much in NYC all up and down Manhattan - Times Square is arguably the most well-known sight, but every time I've gone I've spent less time there than thought.

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

[thereuare]

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

... please use the requested links above for all your bidding, searches, and travel purchases.

Thanks.

[nic31h]

We still are looking for somewhere to stay and are having no luck bidding. We have bid up to $320 for 31/2 star ME with no luck.

PRICELINE EXPRESS deals seem to have disappeared! We can see 2 for ESB

3* $395

Free Internet

Airport shuttle

Restaurant

Business centre

Fitness centre

31/2* $366

Pets allowed

Business centre

Fitness centre

Restaurant

Any suggestions on what we should do??

[KatiesMom]

On HOTWIRE for $300:

4*, Empire State Building

Amenities: Free Internet, Pet Friendly, Fitness, Restaurant, Business, Hi Speed Internet

4 out of 5 on TripAdvisor

85% Hotwire Recommendation

Description matches St. Giles The Court

[AaronJB]

I'd recommend the 4* ESB for $300 on HOTWIRE,but the 3* ESB would be a possible match for the Dylan, not sure regarding 3.5*.

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

[thereuare]

Just to add to the above that i think the 4* in the ESB zone has changed as i'm now seeing this one priced at $332 and has:

Free Internet

Boutique

Smoke Free

Business

Hi-Speed Internet

Blind Accessible

Deaf Accessible

Room Accessible

Bathroom Accessible

Handicapped Parking

Roll-in Shower

While unfortunate that the price has gone up, this hotel gets great reviews and is 4.5/5.0 rated by TA, so if you're willing to spend the money it may be worth the extra $30/nite over the previous 4* hotel in this zone (which may be a moot point since that property is no longer offered)

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.

[nic31h]

This looks to of jumped to $498 now. I don't seem to be having much luck.. I'll keep trying!

[AaronJB]

Thank you for keeping us updated and please let us know if you have additional questions.

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

[thereuare]

I'm still seeing other 3.5* and 4* hotels on HOTWIRE in the $325-$350 area... as well as 4* hotels on PRICELINE EXPRESS in the $375 area.

What is it that you're looking for in this stay?

Thanks for using the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board.