Priceline Hotel: Wilmington/Carolina Beach Advice Needed

[ricolaw78]

Hi everyone,

Looking to find a 2.5 star or even 2 star hotel in this area. Not picky about it being near the beach. I would like to spend under 50 dollars.

Any ideas/suggestions?

Thanks!

[thereuare]

To confirm...

These are two different regions on priceline, you're fine with either? Are you willing to pay more for a 2.5 vs. a 2* or are you looking for the least expensive 2* or better property you can get?

I'm not too familiar with this area, but if it's any type of beach community, $50 for a Saturday nite in the summer doesn't seem like it would go too far... but we can certainly help you try.

[LglBlonde]

To my knowledge - Carolina Beach has one 2.5* - the Courtyard Marriott (oceanfront) and one 2* - a Microtel probably 1 mile from the beach. I've been more successful getting the Courtyard in off season. I doubt you'll get it for a Sat. night in high season for $50 or less. I'd go online and check the prices & availability of both hotels. I'd probably bid 50-65% of the going rate and see how you fare.

Wilmngton properties are much more of a gamble. You could get just about anything.

[ricolaw78]

Thanks for the quick replies, guys! After a little thought, I would def prefer the Carolina Beach Courtyard.

But, I have a pretty strict budget, so I'm open to either bidding regions (wilmington or carolina beach). I just don't want to spend more than 50 if at all possible. If I have to, I guess I will - but really really don't want to spend much on this trip! :)

Thanks guys!!

[thereuare]

I'd go online and check the prices & availability of both hotels

Have you done this? What are the rates?

[ricolaw78]

The Courtyard Marriott is 179, and the Microtel is 79...

Seems like I'll be staying in the Microtel! It looks pretty decent for sure. The reviews sound good.

How much should I bid?

Thank you!

[thereuare]

Is your maximum bid $50 or is that 'all-in' including taxes and fees?

If 'all-in', what is your maximum bid amount?

[ricolaw78]

all in, i have about 75 bucks to spend for that night... I don't want to spend that but if I have to... I will.

thanks!

[thereuare]

If 'all-in', what is your maximum bid amount?

[ricolaw78]

all in, i have about 75 bucks to spend for that night... I don't want to spend that but if I have to... I will.

thanks!

75 all in... thanks!

[thereuare]

If 'all-in', what is your maximum bid amount?

[ricolaw78]

65

[thereuare]

I would start by choosing Carolina Beach...

Select 2.5* and bid $65, if rejected...

Seelct 2* and bid $50.

Any questions feel free to ask.

Good Luck and let us know how it goes.