travelfrugal Posted June 7, 2014 Report Posted June 7, 2014 I am trying to go for a stay at the Grand Villas in the downtown disney area, problem is that particular condo does not show availability for the dates listed(7/22-7/28) It really is strange though the amenity list for what I know to be the Grand Villas shows for all the surrounding dates. The condo that shows up for the dates that I have put in for has a really small amenity list, even after clicking the amenity list after choosing the condo. I am wondering if for some strange reason for those dates it could actually be the same condo but showing a different amenity list. Here is the amenity list. for July 22 - 28 $71 Free ParkingAir-ConditioningFitness CenterPool(s)Business Center24-hour Front DeskInternet access Here is the amenity list for July 22-30 $67 Free ParkingResortStudioAir-ConditioningChildren's actvitiesFitness CenterPool(s)Business Center24-hour Front DeskInternet accessTennis NearbyKitchenetteAccessible path of travelIn-room accessibilityAccessible bathroomHandicapped parking This one I know to be the Grand Villas. Both are 90 % recommend 3 star condos. When I mess with the dates in that time frame either one shows up or the other but never both on the same search. Is it possible this is the same place and for some strange reason the amenity list is changing with the small discrepancies with the dates? Thanks for the help!
thereuare Posted June 7, 2014 Report Posted June 7, 2014 Sometimes a hotel will 'hide' some of it's amenities on a given search, but in your situation above, i believe this is more likely a different property. Is the Grand Villas the only property you're willing to stay for this trip? How high would you be willing to pay for this property? 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
travelfrugal Posted June 7, 2014 Author Report Posted June 7, 2014 Ok, update with new information. I went and messed with the dates in June as well. It now seems that the first condo is now showing up for a smaller time frame of 7 days and the Grand Villas will show up is the trip is for 9 days or more. This was not happening the other day when I checked dates in June the Grand villas would show up if it was only for 7 days, and the $71 condo would not show up but now it is. This really makes me think this is the same place that is showing up for different time periods with different dates. What do you think?
travelfrugal Posted June 7, 2014 Author Report Posted June 7, 2014 Probaby up to the $71, if I could find a condo with a kithenette or kitchen that has a stove I would be willing to stay there as well. I've searched everywhere for that amenity list but am having no luck locating it. Thanks for the help.
thereuare Posted June 7, 2014 Report Posted June 7, 2014 Would you raise your budget for the Lake Buena Vista Resort Village and Spa... it's 4* rated and has a great 4.5/5.0 TA rating, plus is a 2BR unit? 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
travelfrugal Posted June 8, 2014 Author Report Posted June 8, 2014 How much is that one per night? I might be able to go as high as 81. I booked a disney resort for the last two nights of the trip so most of the extra hotel money went to that. Any guess on what the $71 room is? Thanks for the help.
thereuare Posted June 8, 2014 Report Posted June 8, 2014 I don't have a guess for the 3* Condo property. The 4* condo i referenced above was in the $90's, but i'm not seeing that property any more, but i am seeing the following for $69/nite: 4* LBV-Downtown Disney with a 4.5/5.0 TA rating... Free Parking Free Internet Resort Studio Daily Housekeeping A/C Fitness Pool Restaurant Business Front Desk 24hr Front Desk Laundry Hi-Speed Internet Kitchenette --> my best guess for this one would be the Hilton Grand Vacations International Drive. Does this work for your needs? 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
travelfrugal Posted June 8, 2014 Author Report Posted June 8, 2014 Thanks for the response. I agree with you on that property only problem with that one is the kithcenette does not come with a stove, so that would not work. Thanks
AaronJB Posted June 8, 2014 Report Posted June 8, 2014 Please keep us updated with what you decide and let us know if you have questions about additional listings. Thank you for using the board's HOTWIRE or PRICELINE links to start your purchases and searches.
thereuare Posted June 9, 2014 Report Posted June 9, 2014 What i believe to be the Lake Buena Vista Resort Village and Spa is once again appearing for your dates when searching for 2adults/2children: Free Parking Free Internet Resort BR2 Kitchen Laundry in room Fitness Pool Restaurant Business 24hr Front Desk Laundry Hi-Speed Internet Spa Blind Accessible Deaf Accessible Travel Accessible Room Accessible Bathroom Accessible Handicapped Parking Roll-in Shower Do you see this offer and will this work for your needs? If not, what is your next best option thru conventional booking channels? 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
travelfrugal Posted June 9, 2014 Author Report Posted June 9, 2014 Thank you for the reply's and suggestions. I see the resort village and spa is slightly out of my price range at 89 plus resort fees, but might have to spring for that one if need be. For now I am just going to be patient as I have about 5 to 6 weeks left. Please keep me updated if the other condo shows up on a list. Thanks!
AaronJB Posted June 9, 2014 Report Posted June 9, 2014 You can also use our new service, RateDrop.com, to get alerts on if HOTWIRE, priceline.Express or regular rate deals come down in price. Thank you for using the board's HOTWIRE or PRICELINE links to start your purchases and searches.
travelfrugal Posted June 14, 2014 Author Report Posted June 14, 2014 Hi, I am back with another condo list, this one in the Seaworld I drive south area. 3 1/2 stars for 65 per night 95% recommended. Does this one look like the Westgate Spa? Thanks! Free ParkingFree InternetResortstudioDaily HousekeepingAir-ConditioningChildren's actvitiesFitness CenterPool(s)Restaurant(s)Business CenterFront Desk24-hour Front DeskSelf service laundryInternet accessTennis NearbyKitchenette
AaronJB Posted June 14, 2014 Report Posted June 14, 2014 Given the 4.5/5 tripadvisor rating (the Westgate only has a 3.5/5), this listing has not yet been ID'd/reported to the board but I'd guess it's not the Westgate. However, it appears to get outstanding reviews. Thank you for using the board's HOTWIRE or PRICELINE links to start your purchases and searches.
yellowdog Posted June 15, 2014 Report Posted June 15, 2014 travelfrugal Like Aaron said, this property isn't reported or ID'd but a guess would be Marriott's Harbour Lake Keep us updated on your progress and let us know what you ultimately decide or if we can be of further help. Please use the PRICELINE and hot.wire links on the board to begin your purchases and searches. Yellowdog.
travelfrugal Posted June 16, 2014 Author Report Posted June 16, 2014 UPDATE. Booked the Grand Villas Resort with the original amenity list posted. Here is that amenity list again to add to the hotwire page. Free ParkingAir-ConditioningFitness CenterPool(s)Business Center24-hour Front DeskInternet access What tipped me off to it being the Grand Villas is that the 13.50 resort fee showed under the price which I know to be Grand Villas Resort. By the way the actual fee is only 6 per night. So to be safe if this amenity list shows up if you want the Grand Villas is may be best to wait till you see that resort fee of 13.50. Final booking was July 22 - 28 for $64 a night. Thanks for all the help!
thereuare Posted June 16, 2014 Report Posted June 16, 2014 Congratulations on your success! Glad to see that you were ultimately able to receive the hotel you were hoping for and that you're happy with the results. Thank you for sharing your win with the board and helping us add this new amenity set for this property to the Hotwire Hotel List. Please use the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board to begin your travel purchases. Enjoy your stay. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases
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