Paul1964 Posted February 25, 2010 Report Posted February 25, 2010 We'll be in town for the NYC Marathon from 11/5/2010 to 11/8/2010. Is it too early to start bidding for a 4* hotel between Central Park and Times Sq?
yellowdog Posted February 25, 2010 Report Posted February 25, 2010 Welcome to BetterBidding :) No, it's not to early. I would say start bidding ASAP for this big event.Also read this link: Should i Bid Early or Close to Arrival Date What is your maximum bid for this stay?Yellowdog.Please use the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board to begin your travel purchases.
Paul1964 Posted February 25, 2010 Author Report Posted February 25, 2010 Hi yellowdog, I'm still looking at some of the info on this site but I'd love to get a 4* for less than $200 (before tax). I've looked at some of the HOTWIRE prices and seem to be around $260 and up.I'l definitely use the PRICELINE link from this board.
thereuare Posted February 25, 2010 Report Posted February 25, 2010 Have you already qualified for the NYC Marathon (or are you not running in it and simply want to watch the event)Are MTE, MTW, Times Square, and CPS all acceptable?Please use the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board to begin your travel purchases. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases
Paul1964 Posted February 26, 2010 Author Report Posted February 26, 2010 My wife has a guaranteed entry and I'm hoping for a lottery spot.Right now, I'd say that MTW, Times Square, and CPS are all acceptable. I'm not sure if MTE will too long of a walk after the race.Thanks for your help.
thereuare Posted February 26, 2010 Report Posted February 26, 2010 I'm not sure $200 will be enough for these dates, but to give it a shot...At the 4* level you have FIVE re-bid zones. If you're not familiar with re-bidding please read Priceline Re-Bidding Explained and feel free to ask questions and/or confirm your re-bid zones with the board before proceeding.(NOTE: 're-bid zone1' is not the same as priceline's Zone1, 're-bid zone2' is not the same as priceline's Zone2, etc, etc)Select 4* MTW and CPS and TS...Bid $120, if rejected add re-bid zone1...Bid $130, if rejected add re-bid zone2...Bid $140, if rejected add re-bid zone3...Bid $145, if rejected close browser and use our link to re-access PRICELINESelect 4* MTW and CPS and TS and re-bid zone4...Bid $150, if rejected add re-bid zone1...Bid $155, if rejected add re-bid zone2...Bid $160, if rejected add re-bid zone3...Bid $165, if rejected close browser and use our link to re-access PRICELINESelect 4* MTW and CPS and TS and re-bid zone5...Bid $170, if rejected add re-bid zone1...Bid $175, if rejected add re-bid zone2...Bid $180, if rejected add re-bid zone3...Bid $185, if rejected close browser and use our link to re-access PRICELINESelect 4* MTW and CPS and TS and re-bid zone4 and re-bid zone5...Bid $190, if rejected add re-bid zone1...Bid $195, if rejected add re-bid zone2...Bid $200, if rejected add re-bid zone3...Bid $205 (if you want to try the extra $5)Any questions feel free to ask.Please use the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board to begin your travel purchases.Good luck and let us know how it goes. Please use this HOTWIRE and these PRICELINE LINKS: HOTELS, CAR RENTALS, and AIRFARE to begin your travel purchases
HenryCorgi Posted March 1, 2010 Report Posted March 1, 2010 Did you try? I am waiting for my lottery spot, it's going to be tough as I read there are only about 7500 of them.
Paul1964 Posted March 3, 2010 Author Report Posted March 3, 2010 Not yet.I didn't realize they had that few spots.
Paul1964 Posted March 5, 2010 Author Report Posted March 5, 2010 Right now, Hotwire has a 4* Midtown Central (recommended in 65% of customer reviews ) for $259.Any idea which hotel this is? Hard to believe that a 4* is recommended in only 65% of customer reviews."This hotel features the following amenities: Smoke Free Rooms - Guest rooms at this hotel are always smoke-free. Fitness Center - Guests have access to exercise equipment; an additional charge may apply. Restaurant(s) - Property offers at least one restaurant on the premises; hours and days of operation may vary. Business Center - Guests have access to business equipment and services; an additional charge may apply. High-speed Internet Access - Guestrooms are equipped with high-speed Internet access; an extra charge may apply."Thanks,Paul
AaronJB Posted March 6, 2010 Report Posted March 6, 2010 This would likely be the Sheraton NY and Towers.Please use the site's HOTWIRE or PRICELINE links to start your purchases and searches.
HenryCorgi Posted March 30, 2010 Report Posted March 30, 2010 Topping. did you find a place. the lottery is next week! RR
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