Priceline Hotel: Downtown Montreal -- No luck at $100 for a 4*?

[al-canada]

I've tried twice for a 4* in Montreal for September 15 - 18, 2008 (Monday - Thursday), starting at $80/night, up to $100/night, but no luck.

I've seen others getting 4* in the $80-$95 range. I've also looked at hotel sites independently and they seem to have very little availability for that period.

I've even tried 3* up to $90/night with no luck.

Anyone know if something particular is going on in the city at that time?

Have been bidding with Bonus Cash rewards, not sure if that makes a difference. Using the PRICELINE links here.

Will keep posted when/if I get a room through PRICELINE, but would be helpful if anyone knows why Montreal is so booked at the time?

Thanks

AL

[thereuare]

Not sure what may be happening on these dates, but rates aren't too far out of line... HOTWIRE has some 3* and 3.5* properties for $110-$130/nite.

What is your maximum bid for this stay? Do you have a back-up reservation should you not get an accepted bid? (where and how much)

Please use these PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links to begin your travel purchases.