lew Posted March 4, 2006 Report Posted March 4, 2006 Flying from ISP to BWI to take advantage of SW free flight deal, my wife can't see taking the next flight back and wants to see a little of DC.Planning to take train (or Metro) to DC.Looking for safe zone to stay. I'll use the list from here to post rates if it'll help.Hotwire has a 3* in Capital Hill for $139 (restaurant, fitness and business) customer favorite.Normally I'd be looking for under $100 but that might not be realistic.
thereuare Posted March 4, 2006 Report Posted March 4, 2006 I would first complete the list of zones that you are willing to bid on, then create a strategy using all the zones... or is Capital Hill the only area you're willing to stay (doesn't sound that way).You can use our PRICELINE MAP WASHINGTON DC to get a feel for what hotels/zones are near the sights you want to see.Once you have a complete list of zones in which you're willing to stay i think we can be of more help. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases
lew Posted March 4, 2006 Author Report Posted March 4, 2006 Even if I hadn't been banned I know I can't post on TOBB since I don't really know what zone I want. We want to see the normal Washington stuff, Capital Smithsonian and the like. I think it's Cherry Blossum I'm sure we'll wind up walking through that area.I haven't been to Washington since HS, before the Metro was even started. I need a zone that's safe and either walking distance or an easy Metro ride to the main mall area.When I use PL in NYC I wind up with MTW since it's walking distance to the theatre district but I understand I'll probably need to take the Metro in DC to get a reasonable hotel.
TravelGuy Posted March 5, 2006 Report Posted March 5, 2006 The best zones for you would be Downtown/White House, Convention Center/Capital Hill and Dupont/Woodley Park. Rates are generally high for that night with some places requiring a 2 night minimum. But with prevailing rates of $279 for the JW Marriott (Downtown/White House zone) and $249 for the Omni (Dupont Circle/Woodley Park) , I think a 4* is within striking distance for under $100. So if you want to pamper yourself, I'd try a 4* bid up to $100 with $80 probably being a good starting point.
TravelGuy Posted March 6, 2006 Report Posted March 6, 2006 Acutally you might start with $70. On second though I seem to recall doing a rate check when this $70 bid was posted, and I believe the prevailing rate was also $249 (which was surprising to me).
lew Posted March 10, 2006 Author Report Posted March 10, 2006 I got Omni Shoreham Hotel for $120. I was rejected at $110. I think I used the savingsbarn link.Thanks for your help.I can't seem to be able to edit my original post.
thereuare Posted March 10, 2006 Report Posted March 10, 2006 Congratulations on your win!Thank you for using the PRICELINE links at SavingsBarn.com to begin your purchase.Enjoy your stay. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases
TravelGuy Posted March 10, 2006 Report Posted March 10, 2006 More than I would have thought it would take given the regular rate - must be the cherry blossoms.Dont forget to sign up for Omni Select Guest. Priceline stays qualify for all benefits except frequent flyer miles.
lew Posted March 12, 2006 Author Report Posted March 12, 2006 I saw your previous posts and signed up. BTW your link is not current a doesn't work.
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