Priceline Hotel: 4* NYC (ESB) W New York The Tuscany

[Mtuba2]

I am totally new to this. We are wanting to stay in New York from 2 May - 5 May. I was hoping for a four star in Empire State area, or Times Square.

Could you please advise me on what to bid?

Thanks :)

[AaronJB]

Welcome to Betterbidding. :)

What would your maximum budget be per night?

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[Mtuba2]

Probably about $160 or so all up. Could go a little higher. The hotel someone recommended to me (I am from Australia) was about $199 to book through the hotel. (Grand Union Hotel) (Not sure if taxes were added into that on the website). I also couldn't see what sort of rating (stars) this hotel had, so thought I would like to try my luck with Priceline.

[thereuare]

The Grand Union hotel is a budget-oriented property which only receives 2 stars from Expedia... is this the type of accomodations you're looking for from this stay? What star rating are you seeking?

Let us know your desired star rating and we'll take it from there. Also, are you willing to pay more for a higher rated hotel OR is your goal the least expensive property at the minimum star rating you select?

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[Mtuba2]

Someone just suggested the Grand Union. We would obviously prefer a 4 star hotel!! I have tried bidding and was unsuccessful for $140 for Empire, MTW and Times Square. Any more advice?

[thereuare]

Spring in NYC gets more expensive than the winning bid prices we're currently seeing for Winter dates.

For starters... are there hotels which you're trying to avoid in the MTE and CPS zones since you're not including these areas in your bidding?

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[Mtuba2]

I am not trying to avoid anywhere ... I don't know New York ... I am from Australia. Your advice on this matter would be appreciated. I just thought it would be nice to be in the central area, but I am open to suggestions! :)

[thereuare]

Generally speaking, at the 4* level the CPS, MTE, MTW, TS and ESB zones all work fine and are well located for the typical visitor.

I would try these zones up to your limit, but at this point in time i think it will take a bit more (but again, no harm in trying). Take a look at the PRICELINE zone(s) and let us know if all of these appear to be acceptable and we'll take it from there.

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[Mtuba2]

I tried again 4 star in the Empire State area, and bid $155. Priceline said to go up $25, so after a quick decision, I bid $180. It was successful and we got W New York - The Tuscany. I will have to do a bit of research now. It was only 174 of 411 hotels in Trip Advisor, but I am sure will be okay for a wonderful holiday.

[thereuare]

Congratualtions on your success!

Glad to see you have this stay settled for what is typically a busy time of year in NYC.

If you like frozen margaritas i'd recommend El Rio Grande, just down the street from this hotel (Third Ave at 37th St)... they're expensive at $10/each, but they're potent and the chips and salsa (you may have to ask for these) are pretty good too! One more recommendation if you like burgers is the Jackson Hole on Third Ave at 35th St... one of the best burgers in the city and makes for a relatively inexpensive (by NYC standards) lunch/dinner.

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Enjoy your stay.