belindai Posted March 30, 2010 Report Posted March 30, 2010 I have never used Priceline before but from reading your forums it seems that people successfully bid on W Hotel Hollywood for $119. I would really like to get W Hotel Hollywood and having never used Priceline before don't know what the steps are, what other hotels am I likely to get if I don't get the W?From what I can gather the way to go about this is?...Use BB's PRICELINE link5/5-5/6Hollywood $99 Hollywood $119 add Lawndale area
thereuare Posted March 30, 2010 Report Posted March 30, 2010 As mentioned in your other priceline hotel thread, you can't bid on, target, or increase your chances of a specific hotel when bidding on PRICELINE.You can see the hotels reported to the board in this zone in our Priceline Hotel List, but keep in mind the comments at the top of the hotel list regarding that there could be others not yet reported to the board and/or hotels already reported upgraded/downgraded.If you'd like to proceed with PRICELINE let us know your maximum bid and we'll suggest a strategy for you to follow.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
belindai Posted March 30, 2010 Author Report Posted March 30, 2010 Ok, thanks, I did try to bid, however, can you only bid on priceline if you have an american or canadian credit card?I got through all the steps but it wouldn't proceed through the billing address, stating I need to select state and zip code, however, I don't live in the US or Canada?Do you think this could be the W on hotwire?HOTWIRE 4 Star Los Angeles Hollywood $129Fitness CenterGuests have access to exercise equipment; an additional charge may apply.Pool(s)Property offers at least one pool area; hours and dates of operation may be seasonal.Restaurant(s)Property offers at least one restaurant on the premises; hours and days of operation may vary.Business CenterGuests have access to business equipment and services; an additional charge may apply.High-speed Internet AccessGuestrooms are equipped with high-speed Internet access; an extra charge may apply. HOTWIRE 4-star hotel in Beverly Hills - West Hollywood $139This hotel features the following amenities:Boutique HotelProperty offers a distinctive, unique or eclectic atmosphere. Many boutique hotels are smaller, hip properties in an urban setting, or renovated hotels with historical flair.Fitness CenterGuests have access to exercise equipment; an additional charge may apply.Pool(s)Property offers at least one pool area; hours and dates of operation may be seasonal.Restaurant(s)Property offers at least one restaurant on the premises; hours and days of operation may vary.Business CenterGuests have access to business equipment and services; an additional charge may apply.High-speed Internet AccessGuestrooms are equipped with high-speed Internet access; an extra charge may apply.
belindai Posted March 30, 2010 Author Report Posted March 30, 2010 If going for priceline, I was going to try for W Hotel at $119. In terms of strategy would it be best to bid straight away $119, or would it be better to do as otherwise suggested an bid $99 rejected, add lawndale and bid $119.
belindai Posted March 31, 2010 Author Report Posted March 31, 2010 I took a risk and bid on Priceline and won the W Hotel Hollywood for $119. I didn't want to risk it as the median hotel price was $209, which is available on the W hotel website for these dates, and by the time I sorted out my problems with the billing address, it had gone up to $269 median price. So I first bid $119 and it was accepted straightaway. I bid through the Betting Bidding's PRICELINE link. Very happy with this, thanks for your helpful website. I had to put CA as my state and Zip code 99999, as suggested by others on your forums.Congratulations, your price of $119 was accepted by W Hollywood. Check-In Date:Wed, May 5, 2010 / After 03:00 PMCheck-Out Date:Fri, May 7, 2010 / 12:00 PMYour Offer Price Per Room, Per Night: $119.00Subtotal: $238.00Taxes & Fees: $43.74Total Charges*: $281.74
yellowdog Posted March 31, 2010 Report Posted March 31, 2010 belindaiCongratulations on your success!Thank you for sharing your win with the board and using our PRICELINE link to begin your bidding :) Great to see that everything worked out the way you wanted!Enjoy your stay.Yellowdog.
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