Priceline Hotel: 5* Las Vegas (Strip South) Vdara Hotel And Spa At Citycenter Las Vegas

For the past week, I've been trying to get a 5* hotel anywhere along the Las Vegas Strip for stay 10/02/12-10/06/12. There is an option to select Strip North but I can't find the Strip South zone in the list of Las Vegas zones - only Strip Vicinity South. Does this mean that the strip south is sold out or what was previously strip south has now been rezoned into Strip Vicinity South? I assume the former.

I've been basing my bids off this site's Priceline Hotel List naming which hotels are in each zone and their star rating. I noticed though that the post is dated Feb 2003 - does anyone know if this list is continually updated since this date and is now pretty current?

Since Strip South isn't listed as a zone to select from, I have only been bidding on 5* Strip North up to $100 and all rejected. I may bid higher but don't want the Trump since it's not really "on" the Strip. Some posters on here have said Trump is now rezoned to Strip Vicinity North but I noticed on the retail section of priceline that Trump is labeled as located on the "Las Vegas Strip". Anyone know if when placing a bid, if Trump will not be part of the Strip North?

Any clarification would be helpful. Also, what do you think is the lowest price likely to be accepted a 5* Strip North for 10/02/12-10/06/12?

Thanks!

I'm considering bidding on one of the two offers for the Strip for stay between 10/02/12-10/06/12. Any of you have an idea of the possible hotels for each area?:

hotel #1: $94/night North Strip: *note I do not want the Trump

Our 5-star hotels include:

Intercontinental Hotels & Resorts

Le Meridien Hotels & Resorts

The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts

and other brand-name and independent hotel

Spa Services

Guests have access to a spa facility or spa services; an extra charge typically applies. Resort

Resorts offer a complete destination experience. Facilities generally include a spa or fitness center, one or more swimming pools, and superior dining options. Depending on location, recreational activities may include water sports, golf, tennis or skiing. Coastal resorts usually boast ocean views or beachfront access. Note: A resort fee may be charged. 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. 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 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. Golf Nearby

Property is located within walking distance or a short drive of at least one golf course; an extra charge typically applies. Tennis Nearby

Property is located within walking distance or a short drive of at least one tennis court; an extra charge typically applies. Kitchenette

Accommodations include a stovetop or microwave oven, a sink and a mini-refrigerator. Free Parking

<amenity names only please... not descriptions>

Hotel #2: The Strip - South area hotel $138/nightOur 5-star hotels include:

Intercontinental Hotels & Resorts

Le Meridien Hotels & Resorts

The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts

and other brand-name and independent hotels

Resort

Resorts offer a complete destination experience. Facilities generally include a spa or fitness center, one or more swimming pools, and superior dining options. Depending on location, recreational activities may include water sports, golf, tennis or skiing. Coastal resorts usually boast ocean views or beachfront access. Note: A resort fee may be charged. Casino

Property offers a full-service casino accessible from the lobby. Fitness Center

Guests 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 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. Golf Nearby

Property is located within walking distance or a short drive of at least one golf course; an extra charge typically applies. Spa Services

Guests have access to a spa facility or spa services; an extra charge typically applies. Accessible for the blind

Braille or raised signage Accessible for the deaf

TTY for telephone, visual or flashing fire alarm and vibrating alarm clock Free Parking

<amenity names only please... not descriptions> Accessible path of travel

<amenity names only please... not descriptions> In-room accessibility

Accessible path from the room entrance to the window, the bed and the bathroom; accessible hardware and minimal resistance to open the door; accessible temperature controls and window coverings Accessible bathroom

Raised toilet, hand-held shower and grab bars at the tub and toilet Handicapped parking

<amenity names only please... not descriptions> Roll-in shower

Bathroom has a roll-in shower

What are your guesses? Thanks!

Welcome to Betterbidding.

Strip South = Strip Vicinity South.

The hotel lists were originally posted in 2003, but are updated as new information comes in.

Trump was last reported in Strip Vicinity North. Keep in mind that the retail side and NYOP side of PRICELINE are different and zoning is not necessarily the same.

What would be your desired max budget per night for this stay (or, more specifically, what would be your desired max bid for 5* in the North Strip zone before trying for a 5* South Strip?)

Thank you for using the site's HOTWIRE or PRICELINE links to start your purchases and searches.

Strip South = Strip Vicinity South.

What would be your desired max budget per night for this stay (or, more specifically, what would be your desired max bid for 5* in the North Strip zone before trying for a 5* South Strip?)

Hi AaronJB,

Thanks for the clarification. I was only bidding on Strip North but can expand my search now that I know Strip South is the same as Strip Vicinity South! I'll only do 5* anywhere on the strip for 10/02/12-10/06/12 up to $130/night. You think I can get any 5* anywhere on the strip for that? I'll probably start at $85/night though.

Please keep all posts regarding this stay within this thread. In terms of the HOTWIRE listings, please post only the amenities and not the descriptions as it's difficult to read. The 5* North would likely be the Trump. I'm seeing a different 5* South - are you still seeing the same amenities as above? If so, how many people are you searching for?

Thank you for using the site's HOTWIRE or PRICELINE links to start your purchases and searches.

The 5* North would likely be the Trump. I'm seeing a different 5* South - are you still seeing the same amenities as above? If so, how many people are you searching for?

Sorry about that. I meant to start a new post in Hotwire but accidently inserted it here. It'll just be me and my husband for 10/02/12-10/06/12. The hotwire $138/night Strip South has the same amenitities listed above but here's a revised amentities list:

Resort

Casino

Fitness Center

Pool(s)

Restaurant(s)

Business Center

High-Speed Internet Access

Golf Nearby

Spa Services

Accessible for the blind and deaf

Free Parking

Accessible path of travel

In-room accessibility

Accessible bathroom

Handicapped parking

Roll-in shower

When searching for 10/22-checkout 10/26 w/2 adults, I'm seeing a 5* Strip South w/

Suite

Smoke Free Rooms

Fitness Center

Pool(s)

Restaurant(s)

Business Center

High-Speed Internet Access

Golf Nearby

Spa Services

Accessible for the blind

Accessible for the deaf

Free Parking

Free Internet

Accessible path of travel

In-room accessibility

Accessible bathroom

Roll-in shower

Thank you for using the site's HOTWIRE or PRICELINE links to start your purchases and searches.

We'll be there 10/02-10/06.

I checked HOTWIRE again and the website now lists the amentities you provided. I guess the offer changed since I ran a search earlier today. It's now $123/night which is much better than the previous offer of $138.

Any idea on what hotel this may be?

... and now i'm seeing your previous property! :lol:

5* Strip South at $138/nite

Resort

Casino

Fitness

Pool

Restaurant

Business

Hi-Speed Internet

Golf

Spa

Blind Accessible

Deaf Accessible

Free Parking

Travel Accessible

Room Accessible

Bathroom Accessible

Handicapped Parking

Roll-in Shower

Best guess for this one would be the Aria.

Please use the PRICELINE and HOTWIRE links on the board to begin your travel purchases.

Let us know how it goes or if we can be of further help.

... and now i'm seeing your previous property! :lol:

5* Strip South at $138/nite. Best guess for this one would be the Aria.

Hi,

Thanks for your guess. I ran it over my husband and he prefers the Vdara as it has a kitchentte. It looks like properties switched a couple times each day under the hotwire deals. Several times yesterday, I saw $123/night deal on a 5* South Strip for stay 10/02-10/06. I am guessing it may be the Vdara. As far as I can tell, Vdara is the only one in South Strip that's a suite?

Suite

Smoke Free Rooms

Fitness Center

Pool(s)

Restaurant(s)

Business Center

High-Speed Internet Access

Golf Nearby

Spa Services

Accessible for the blind

Accessible for the deaf

Free Parking

Free Internet

Accessible path of travel

In-room accessibility

Accessible bathroom

Roll-in shower

Thanks again for your help and I'll use your links to search.

The Vdara is the only 5* in the South Strip area that has been reported with a suite amenity.

Thank you for using the site's HOTWIRE or PRICELINE links to start your purchases and searches.

Good news! Used your PRICELINE link and today's bid for $110/night was accepted. We got Vadara - our first choice for Strip South :lol: !!

Request: 5 Star Luxury Hotel, 2 guests, Las Vegas Strip Vicinity South Area

Amenities: Indoor or Outdoor Pool, Restaurant, Fitness Center, Business Center, Guest Score 8/10 or Higher

Room Cost (avg. per room, per night): $110.00 (USD)

Number of Nights: 4

Room Subtotal: $440.00 (USD)

Taxes and Fees: $68.48 (USD)

Total Room Cost: $508.48 (USD)

I've been bidding in increments of $5 daily starting from $80 until an offer was finally accepted at $110!

Now I have to bid on a rental car. LOL

Congrats on your success. :)

Definitely a very nice win for this Vegas property and glad you are pleased with the win.

Thank you for sharing your win and using the site's PRICELINE or HOTWIRE links to start your purchases and searches.

Enjoy your stay.