Priceline Hotel: 2* Racine Marriott

[mike43068]

I am looking for a room in Racine, WI for next weekend (2/4/07). On Priceline, they list 2 hotels in the 3* category (A Comfort Inn and a Marriott). The Comfort Inn is listed at $54 and the Marriot is $99. Do I have any kind of hope to get the Marriott?

What kind of strategy can be used here? I'm afraid of bidding too low to get the Marriott and ending up paying too much for the Comfort Inn.

Hotwire shows one 3* at $88. I'd assume this is Marriott. But, it could be someone else. Hotwire also shows a 1* for $49. I'm thinking that is probably the Comfort Inn or Super 8.

I do have a reservation for the Marriott for $85 that is cancellable. I was told that the breakfast buffet is not available to me at that rate.

[thereuare]

See the related link in our PRICELINE FAQ regarding using the 'retail' product to determine availability thru the 'opaque' product.

Please share your priceline and hotwire experiences with the board.

[mike43068]

I placed a bid for a 2* for $55 with PL. It was accepted by the Marriott.

[thereuare]

Is this a 'full' Marriott or is it their Courytard brand? Either way, is there anything in your confirmation screen about begin upgraded... i don't think we've ever seen either of these brands 2* rated (or if we have seen a Courtard as such, it is very rare).

Please let us know so that we can make sure our hotel lists are up to date and accurate.

Thanks.

[mike43068]

This was at the Marriott Racine, 7111 Washington Avenue. I guess it would be considered a full Marriott. I was not upgraded. This is a 2* facility. There are no 3* facilities listed in Racine on priceline. It was a decent property. Probably should be rated as a 3*

More details on the bidding. Started at $30 and went up in $5 increments to $55.