VenomZeus Posted August 9, 2004 Report Share Posted August 9, 2004 I don't really know the area of Toronto, since I've only been there once. I'm going there soon from Montreal and wanted to know if all the Hotels that are selectable at priceline from downtown toronto are all pretty near from the toronto metro convention center by walking distance?Thanks ! Link to comment
thereuare Posted August 9, 2004 Report Share Posted August 9, 2004 Welcome to BetterBidding!I'm not very familiar with the area either, but if you go to Priceline and look at the map's shaded region for Downtown Toronto you'll see that the zone is about 2.25 miles from one end to the other.While this is considered walkable to some, it's probably not for most. However, even if you have to pay for a cab ride back and forth i still think you'd come out ahead when factoring in cab fare vs. booking direct with a hotel that is within walking distance.I'm sure others that know the area better will comment further. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases Link to comment
VenomZeus Posted August 9, 2004 Author Report Share Posted August 9, 2004 Oops... I wanted this message to be displayed for Priceline... Is it still the same? Link to comment
thereuare Posted August 9, 2004 Report Share Posted August 9, 2004 Actually that's what i looked at :) So the answer applies to priceline and i'll move this thread there now. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases Link to comment
Flipphone Posted August 9, 2004 Report Share Posted August 9, 2004 I would say that all of the hotels listed on the within walking distance but then I like to walk! The ones up at 'Bloor' street and the Hilton are a good stroll away. The Sheraton is quite close and the Marriot at the Eaton Centre is not too far. The King Eddie is not quite as close. The Strathcona is not too far but not as nice as the Sheraton.They are all a simple and quick subway ride down to Union Station and from there is is about a 10 min walk to the Metro Convention Centre.If you get the Intercontinental on Front Street you are 'there'. Second closes is the Sheraton.Hope that is of some help.FlipphoneON, Canada Link to comment
thereuare Posted August 9, 2004 Report Share Posted August 9, 2004 VenomZeus, why don't you also provide the date(s) of your stay. We may also be able t help find a deal on a non-Priceline offer that puts you right where you need to be. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases Link to comment
VenomZeus Posted August 9, 2004 Author Report Share Posted August 9, 2004 I'm planning on staying for 2 nights with someone, I want to check in a hotel on August 26 and check out on the 28th. Thanks for the info about the walking, I love to walk and so does my girfriend. As long as the hotel is close to the major stores in the downtown area, (about a 30 minute walk to anywhere over there) but more so to being closer to the convention centre; and we're happy!:)But we're on a budget and we don't want to pay any more than 100$/night CAN... I've seen that some people have got hotels at about 35$ american using priceline... So if there's a deal at under 160$ CAN total for 2 nights, that would be amazing! Link to comment
thereuare Posted August 9, 2004 Report Share Posted August 9, 2004 Your bid will be in US dollars, so please convert to US$. Makes it easier on us and avoids any confusion.Thanks. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases Link to comment
VenomZeus Posted August 9, 2004 Author Report Share Posted August 9, 2004 Ah sorry, I forget that everyone here doesn't live in Canada. Around 60$/night would be great for a hotel and any less would be amazing. :) Link to comment
VenomZeus Posted August 10, 2004 Author Report Share Posted August 10, 2004 I'm going to give priceline a try tomorrow, what do you guys think I should start as a bid for a 3* and 4* hotel?Both ratings seem to have really good reviews for hotels, but if a deal is there for a 4* hotel that's cool. Link to comment
thereuare Posted August 10, 2004 Report Share Posted August 10, 2004 Those rates in the mid-30's haven't been available during the summer months so i wouldn't focus on those.At the 4* level you have 9 re-bid zones available, at the 3* level you have 3 re-bid zones. Feel free to ask questions or confirm your re-bid zones with the board before bidding if you're unsure.This is how i would proceed:Select 4* DowntownBid $40, if rejected add re-bid zone and...Bid $45, if rejected add re-bid zone and...Bid $50, if rejected add re-bid zone and...Bid $52, if rejected add re-bid zone and...Bid $54, if rejected add re-bid zone and...Bid $56, if rejected add re-bid zone and...Bid $57, if rejected add re-bid zone and...Bid $58, if rejected add re-bid zone and...Bid $59, if rejected add re-bid zone and...Bid $60.If the above is rejected close that browser ane re-access Priceline however you did previously and...Select 3* DowntownBid $45, if rejected add re-bid zone and...Bid $50, if rejected add re-bid zone and...Bid $55, if rejected add re-bid zone and...Bid $60.Good luck and let us know how it goes or if you have any additional questions. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases Link to comment
VenomZeus Posted August 10, 2004 Author Report Share Posted August 10, 2004 Alright thanks, I will try that strategy tomorrow :) Btw, I wanted to know if each 3 star and 4 star hotel have a refrigerator and a private bathroom and shower because that isn't in the amenities list. Link to comment
thereuare Posted August 10, 2004 Report Share Posted August 10, 2004 Private bath you can expect... refrigerator not likely except in the brands that typically have that as an amenity (most do not). Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases Link to comment
VenomZeus Posted August 12, 2004 Author Report Share Posted August 12, 2004 I followed your exact instructions bid per bid and won it at 54 $Thanks a lot! I'm going to email the hotel now and ask for a non-smoking room :)Btw, I respected your request :) Link to comment
VenomZeus Posted August 12, 2004 Author Report Share Posted August 12, 2004 Btw, which room from their official website do they usually give to priceline users? Link to comment
thereuare Posted August 12, 2004 Report Share Posted August 12, 2004 Congratulations on your winning bid... a 4*, a great rate, and under your prefered amount!I don't know the rooms usually given to Priceline customers but i've heard excellent reports about this hotel so i'd assume they're the same as every other customer. If there is a certain configuration (King, 2 beds, smoking, non-smoking, etc) just call the hotel and request your preferences.Enjoy your stay. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases Link to comment
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