HipHop-opotamus Posted February 13, 2015 Report Share Posted February 13, 2015 I used the PRICELINE quick quote tool at the top of this website. I tried to add a screenshot of my bidding history spreadsheet, but it wouldn't allow it. I've found that setting up a spreadsheet helps keep organized when bidding, allowing me to see which areas I want, which ones I don't want, and which areas can be safely added to rebids without risk of getting an unwanted hotel/area (ie, the ones with a max hotel rating lower than the minimum I'm bidding for). Regarding my accepted bid, I was primarily looking at the White House and Georgetown areas. I knew the Sofitel was being offered at $141-$150 as a Hotwire secret rate and PRICELINE EXPRESS rate, so I knew I didn't want to go above $130 for that bid. However, i was willing to go a bit above for a chance to get the Park Hyatt in Georgetown, and I went to $150 on 5* bids yesterday... all fails. I kept the Downtown area out of my bid b/c I didn't want the Loews Madison or Donovan, both of which rank well below the Sofitel, Willard, & Park Hyatt in reviews that I've seen. I also kept Dupont Circle out because I didn't want The Fairfax at that price, but I might've been interested in the Palomar or one of the other 4* hotels in that area for under $90 if I couldn't get at good enough deal on one of the 4.5*+ hotels. Anyway, I'm happy with the win, and this rate is far better than the $270 that we paid to stay at the Sofitel on our wedding night back in 2008. Link to comment
HipHop-opotamus Posted February 13, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 13, 2015 also, not sure that it matters for "name your price" deals, but here's the amenities list from the confirmation page: Pet FriendlySpaNon-SmokingGymRestaurantHandicap AccessibleBusiness Center Link to comment
thereuare Posted February 13, 2015 Report Share Posted February 13, 2015 Congratulations on your success! Glad to see you received a nice deal at this property and that you're pleased with the outcome. Thank you for sharing your win and using the PRICELINE links on the board to begin your bidding. Enjoy your stay. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases Link to comment
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