Priceline Hotel: 4* Budapest Ramada

[Romelle]

Ramada Budapest

Budapest

Tompa Street 30-34

Budapest, Hungary

36-1477-7200

Check-In Date:

Fri, Mar 14, 2008 / After 02:00 PM

Check-Out Date:

Mon, Mar 24, 2008 / 12:00 PM

Subtotal: US$690.00

Taxes & Service Fees: US$138.24

Total Charges: US$828.24

I bidding for a couple weeks, inching up $1 a day. Also bid on 3*s but had only gotten to $40 on those.

When I researched the rates, several of the hotels had a distinct jump in rates between the first 7 days and the last 3 of the 10 days I need. So I was first bidding for the full span, and then splitting the bid into the two shorter lengths. Recreationally, I was also first bidding at the 5* level and then dropping to the 4* for the same amount.

But it finally paid off, and I'm delighted. Also happy to not have to move mid-visit, although I was willing if necessary.

Rack rate is 70Euro, so about 1/3 savings, but a very central location.

Via the Ramada site, and using just one person and a senior discount, I can find a 63 Euro rate, and www.venere.com is even closer to my deal. Still, some savings.

Trip Advisor reviews are iffy. I'll report back after my visit.

The hotel is supposed to have free airport shuttle which is a plus, but only a paid "full American breakfast" (16Euro). It says free internet access, but I don't know right now whether that means bring your own machine or they supply?

Romelle

[thereuare]

Thanks for posting a new topic for this previous PRICELINE win and for sharing your experience at this property with the rest of the board in your hotel review.

Glad to hear you enjoyed your stay... always positive when a hotel "feels like home" after a few days.

Thanks again for the post (and review).

[XT600]

do you mean 2009? not 2008? this entry was written Nov 2008 and still you tell us about "I'll report you"?

[Romelle]

do you mean 2009? not 2008? this entry was written Nov 2008 and still you tell us about "I'll report you"?

It was 2008. I had put in a review and then was asked to also include the bidding information. I'll be more timely after this.

Romelle