Babewho Posted May 27, 2014 #251 Share Posted May 27, 2014 What amenities was listed for The Pillers on hotwire? Thanks, Paul Free parking, free internet, pool(s), restaurant(s). Just checked, and the same star rating, and 100% recommended is now $233, only 1 left. There were 2 left when we booked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hammerman417 Posted May 28, 2014 #252 Share Posted May 28, 2014 Free parking, free internet, pool(s), restaurant(s). Just checked, and the same star rating, and 100% recommended is now $233, only 1 left. There were 2 left when we booked. Thanks. We are going two weeks earlier and that one is not showing yet. There is a 4.5 star with a 95% recommended which I believe is the Atlantic Hotel and Spa for $240 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teacherkab Posted June 21, 2014 #253 Share Posted June 21, 2014 Bid on Priceline for 7/26/14 Miami Downtown Hotel and got 4* Hyatt Regency Miami for $80 plus taxes= $98.73 Started bid at $75 for 4* and nothing- Changed to 3.5* and $80 and won. Happy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aussie Jeep Posted June 22, 2014 #254 Share Posted June 22, 2014 I have been trying Priceline for $90 down to a 3.5 star for April 15 next year and not having any luck at all. Am i trying too far out? Any guidance would be really appreciated. It seems that the hotels certainly charge a premium for being near the Port of Miami. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyskie Posted June 22, 2014 #255 Share Posted June 22, 2014 I have been trying Priceline for $90 down to a 3.5 star for April 15 next year and not having any luck at all. Am i trying too far out? Any guidance would be really appreciated. It seems that the hotels certainly charge a premium for being near the Port of Miami. Remember, April is still considered spring break. Book one you can cancel & keep trying Priceline Sent from my XT907 using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare geoherb Posted June 23, 2014 #256 Share Posted June 23, 2014 We're staying one night at the Renaissance through my Priceline bid. The $91 bid turns out to be about $10 cheaper than booking directly with the hotel. The hotel had a $108 prepay rate available that works out to be $119 after tax. The $91 Priceline bid is $109 with tax and fees. The hotel is currently undergoing renovations to rooms on empty floors according to its website. The work is supposed to stop by 6 p.m. on each Friday night, which is when we'll be there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harry0 Posted July 9, 2014 #257 Share Posted July 9, 2014 I recently did a search for a hotel in December. We searched for a 3 *beach hotel in the Express deals. When I clicked on "what hotel is this" there were examples of 3* hotels in the area. When I did more research I found out that 1 hotel that was listed was a clothing optional Gay hotel, one was a gay only hotel and one was a adult only hotel. None of these would work for my grandson and I. So I emailed PL and they told me in a nutshell that there was a chance I could get one of these hotels. I have been using PL for years and never got a "non kids Hotel". I tryed to call PL but could not get a breathing person. Just thought I would share. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueHerons Posted July 9, 2014 #258 Share Posted July 9, 2014 I recently did a search for a hotel in December. We searched for a 3 *beach hotel in the Express deals. When I clicked on "what hotel is this" there were examples of 3* hotels in the area.When I did more research I found out that 1 hotel that was listed was a clothing optional Gay hotel, one was a gay only hotel and one was a adult only hotel. None of these would work for my grandson and I. So I emailed PL and they told me in a nutshell that there was a chance I could get one of these hotels. I have been using PL for years and never got a "non kids Hotel". I tryed to call PL but could not get a breathing person. Just thought I would share. Hahaha! Yes, Wilton Manors is very gay but I think they would refund your money if you got one. You could go through the hotel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eandj Posted July 9, 2014 #259 Share Posted July 9, 2014 When PL gives you "examples" of hotels in a certain category, there is no guarantee that you will get even one of those. They are there just to show the kind of property/amenities one would get. I would be SHOCKED if PL handed out known gay or clothing optional hotels and not offer to change it if requested. It would be an unusual business/PR move for sure. :rolleyes: Lots of people here are familiar with PL and hotels they use most often. Perhaps you would want to share the date, location, star level, amenities offered etc and get some advice. Especially if you have a child. I have never used the express hotels as I think there are probably more hotels in that pool. The number that participate in the bidding pool are fewer and pretty regular. Using betterbidding.com will help you a ton on that bidding hotel list. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueHerons Posted July 9, 2014 #260 Share Posted July 9, 2014 I think there are very few beachfront hotels that are gay. Most of the oceanfront property in that area are condos. Most of the inns are off the beaten path. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashland Posted July 9, 2014 #261 Share Posted July 9, 2014 Perhaps you could try pricing hotels with Last Minute Travel Club....you know exactly what hotel you're booking...no guessing. They usually are always offering free membership when you go through the online sign up process..We have used them often and so have many on these boards for great rates. Best of luck ! www.lmtclub.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harry0 Posted July 9, 2014 #262 Share Posted July 9, 2014 I consider myself a PL expert. I understand the free bid strategy and I do use biddingfor travel. Though lately it has been slow. The sticky on top of the page of this forum is helpful too. I believe if I was to talk to someone breathing that I would get a different answer. The replies from my emails were from people with non US names. I will continue trying to bid and keep everyone posted. I am not leaving until December so I am being very patient. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted July 9, 2014 #263 Share Posted July 9, 2014 I think there are very few beachfront hotels that are gay. Most of the oceanfront property in that area are condos. Most of the inns are off the beaten path. The Priceline beach area goes from the ocean to the intracoastal. There are at least 5 gay resorts in the north beach area south of Bonnet House. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FreestyleNovice Posted July 10, 2014 #264 Share Posted July 10, 2014 (edited) Why o why did I clicked this thread? My adware will go insane now, tracking cookies will bombard me with gay cruises and hotel ads. :eek: Heheh :) OP, can we provide you with some rates from known hotels? Got a date? Edited July 10, 2014 by FreestyleNovice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted July 10, 2014 #265 Share Posted July 10, 2014 Why o why did I clicked this thread? My adware will go insane now, tracking cookies will bombard me with gay cruises and hotel ads. :eek: Heheh :) OP, can we provide you with some rates from known hotels? Got a date? hahaha:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harry0 Posted July 10, 2014 #266 Share Posted July 10, 2014 (edited) 12/3/14-2 rooms for 3 nights. We would like to be on the beach. I am shying away from bidding 4 * because I do not want to get pier 66-its not on the beach. As i stated there was also clothing optional and adult only-hotels listed on the "express" examples and the PL reps could not assure me that one of these might be the hotel I get. Edited July 10, 2014 by harry0 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FreestyleNovice Posted July 10, 2014 #267 Share Posted July 10, 2014 (edited) Lets see, going to compare them with the help of Biddingtraveler.com's win list. Some last wins go back to 2011.. so no guarantees. Priceline, Fort Lauderdale beach area Zone 5, 3 star: Ocean Sky Hotel And Resort Bahia Mar Fort Lauderdale Beach- A Doubletree By Hilton Best Western Plus Oceanside Inn Gallery One Fort Lauderdale, A Doubletree Guest Suites Hotel Zone 5, 3½ star: Marriott Fort Lauderdale Beachplace Towers Courtyard By Marriott Fort Lauderdale Beach Zone 5, 4 star: Hyatt Regency Pier Sixty-Six B Ocean Fort Lauderdale The Westin Beach Resort, Fort Lauderdale Sheraton Fort Lauderdale Beach Hotel Il Lugano Suite Hotel W Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa On your dates I've found the following Priceline hotels, quoted prices per night per room and total per room on Travelpony: 3 star: Ocean Sky Hotel and Resort; Standard King $115 + $13 taxes/fees $384 Standard 2 Double Beds $115 + $13 taxes/fees $384 Bahia Mar Fort Lauderdale Beach, DoubleTree by Hilton; Courtyard View $135 + $15 taxes/fees $450 Partial Ocean View $159 + $18 taxes/fees $531 Ocean Front View $185 + $21 taxes/fees $618 Best Western Plus Oceanside Inn; Standard 2 Beds Hot Breakfast Included $119 + $14 taxes/fees $399 Gallery One Fort Lauderdale, A Doubletree Guest Suites Hotel; no rates 3½ star: Courtyard Fort Lauderdale Beach; Standard - 1 Bed $165 + $19 taxes/fees $552 Standard - 2 Beds $165 + $19 taxes/fees $552 Ocean View - 2 Beds $191 + $22 taxes/fees $639 Ocean View - 1 Bed $191 + $22 taxes/fees $639 King Suite - 1 Bed $191 + $22 taxes/fees $639 King Suite - 2 Beds $191 + $22 taxes/fees $639 Marriott Fort Lauderdale Beachplace Towers; no rates 4 star: Hyatt Regency Pier 66; skipped that by your request B Ocean Fort Lauderdale; Standard $155 + $18 taxes/fees $519 Deluxe $178 + $20 taxes/fees $594 The Westin Beach Resort, Fort Lauderdale; no rates Sheraton Fort Lauderdale Beach Hotel; no rates Il Lugano Suite Hotel; Standard Deluxe - 1 Bed Continental Breakfast Included $165 + $19 taxes/fees $552 W Fort Lauderdale; no rates Harbor Beach Marriott Resort & Spa; Standard - 1 Bed $245 + $27 taxes/fees $816 Standard - 2 Beds $245 + $27 taxes/fees $816 Deluxe - 2 Beds $265 + $30 taxes/fees $885 Deluxe - 1 Bed $265 + $30 taxes/fees $885 Partial Ocean View - 2 Beds $287 + $32 taxes/fees $957 Partial Ocean View - 1 Bed $287 + $32 taxes/fees $957 And that concludes the long shadow list. :) Other finds with cheap rates: Ocean Manor, Standard $112 + $12 taxes/fees $372 Courtyard Fort Lauderdale Beach, Standard - 1 Bed $158 + $18 taxes/fees $528 Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort, Studio Suite - 1 Bed $183 + $21 taxes/fees $612 Fort Lauderdale Marriott Pompano Beach Resort & Spa, Ocean King - 1 Bed $139 + $16 taxes/fees $465 Good luck! I am almost convinced no other party, perhaps LMT, can beat those rates. :) Edited July 10, 2014 by FreestyleNovice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueHerons Posted July 10, 2014 #268 Share Posted July 10, 2014 The Priceline beach area goes from the ocean to the intracoastal. There are at least 5 gay resorts in the north beach area south of Bonnet House. I didn't realize that but I guess it makes sense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted July 10, 2014 #269 Share Posted July 10, 2014 I didn't realize that but I guess it makes sense. Blue, don't you think that if Priceline assigned one of those hotels that we would have heard about it here?!? :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harry0 Posted July 10, 2014 #270 Share Posted July 10, 2014 Freestyle Thanks for the info-I will keep you posted(might be a while). I just checked the site tonight-the first 3 examples for 3* 1. Adult only 2. All male Gay resort 3. Clothing optional Male gay resort. I never heard of anyone getting one of these hotels but I think it needs to be pointed out that there are Priceline reviews on these places. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
setsail Posted July 11, 2014 #271 Share Posted July 11, 2014 Has someone had access to your pc I would clear all your regular cookies and your flash drive cookies and start your search again. Make sure you know all your un's and PW's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FreestyleNovice Posted July 11, 2014 #272 Share Posted July 11, 2014 FreestyleThanks for the info-I will keep you posted(might be a while). I just checked the site tonight-the first 3 examples for 3* 1. Adult only 2. All male Gay resort 3. Clothing optional Male gay resort. I never heard of anyone getting one of these hotels but I think it needs to be pointed out that there are Priceline reviews on these places. Weird, I am not getting any (ok, just 1 gay resort on page 3 and it had it in the name) of the Priceline hotel list of Fort Lauderdale, FL. Could be me, using an foreign IP? As above said; perhaps you got joked, hacked or something.. First give it a try in an incognito/private browser and don't use your bookmarks as someone may have tempered with those. Just type in the correct Priceline adress. Watch where it will take you. Don't log in, just pretend to be a new, fresh client looking for decent 3 star hotels. Is that any different from your previous cookied, logged in, perhaps went there by bookmark experiences? Then clean the cookies, wipe your browser blank, don't use any toolbars or addons, run some adaware/anti malware. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
royalcruz Posted July 11, 2014 #273 Share Posted July 11, 2014 (edited) I got a bunch of the gay resorts when I clicked on "express deals". They would be totally inappropriate for most travelers, so I would avoid the express deals. It's hard to believe that Priceline would do this with deals that they don't reveal until you agree to pay, but they really did. :eek: What's next? Swingers resorts and resorts aimed at preschoolers? Edited July 11, 2014 by royalcruz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maryann2 Posted July 11, 2014 #274 Share Posted July 11, 2014 Priceline will in fact refund hotel if there is a problem and do not think they would offer an adult only etc hotel on their express deals. Early this year I had "won" the Trump National Doral Miami. When I saw on Tripadvisor that it is still under construction I emailed Priceline with the link and they did give me a refund. Nowadays I like LMT. If you join the club as ASHLAND has mentioned (free code on their website) you can see what hotel is offered and can go to tripadvisor and check the hotel before deciding to book. Gallery One Fort Lauderdale is showing for $98 for Dec . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harry0 Posted July 12, 2014 #275 Share Posted July 12, 2014 I got a bunch of the gay resorts when I clicked on "express deals". They would be totally inappropriate for most travelers, so I would avoid the express deals. It's hard to believe that Priceline would do this with deals that they don't reveal until you agree to pay, but they really did. :eek: What's next? Swingers resorts and resorts aimed at preschoolers? Wow glad someone else experienced this. I dont like the idea that these hpotels are in the system-unless they come up with different bidding filters ie-Gay, adult only-etc. I will be moving to LMT or Hotwire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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