Summary of Winning Bids on Priceline, Hotwire, etc.

[fridaythe13th]

When I was bidding for same time frame for 2011 I also checked website directly and found out there was a 2 night minim stay for Sheraton OSJ.

 

I was lucky enough to bid $105 3.5 star & get LaConcha for this year (I'm sailing

on the Summit with you this year). Hope you can find Adela:)

 

I actually would have liked to get anything for $111. I can't be picky at this point. I'll just keep trying! I was hoping not to have to take a taxi into OSJ, but if we have to we will.

[Kikkycat]

Sounds good. I'll check it out. Looks like it's $96 today on hotwire for Jan 28. Staying 1 nite pre cruise at isle verde and 2 nites post cruise which we have decided where yet. We Would like to try a different part of the island for once. Do you rent your car from the airport?

 

Yes, we went with Hertz and DH is a gold club member.

[4FRCruising]

I actually would have liked to get anything for $111. I can't be picky at this point. I'll just keep trying! I was hoping not to have to take a taxi into OSJ, but if we have to we will.

 

Remember we don't sail from OSJ

[fridaythe13th]

Remember we don't sail from OSJ

 

We just like to walk around OSJ. We have someone with us that's never been and wants to check it out. I also like that there's a CVS right there.:D

[lake_wannabees]

We don't cruise until Oct 14 so I've been looking for a two day pre-cruise and one day post-cruise. Will use the hints to add Mayaguez and Cabo Rojo in for more bid's per day. Just won my post cruise 3.5* for $80 at the Radisson Ambassador. Joyce

[martyap]

We don't cruise until Oct 14 so I've been looking for a two day pre-cruise and one day post-cruise. Will use the hints to add Mayaguez and Cabo Rojo in for more bid's per day. Just won my post cruise 3.5* for $80 at the Radisson Ambassador. Joyce

For anyone interested.........the friends and family code for Radisson is carlsonf. If you put the code in "promotions" and the rate is available it will usually come up at an $80 rate.....so you don't really need Priceline to get a standard room at the Radisson. We've stayed there but prefer the clubroom accommodations (higher floor, nicer room, breakfast, afternoon snacks, etc) but those are not what you get either with Priceline or the friends and family promo.

Marty

Edited December 3, 2011 by martyap

[fridaythe13th]

For anyone interested.........the friends and family code for Radisson is carlsonf. If you put the code in "promotions" and the rate is available it will usually come up at an $80 rate.....so you don't really need Priceline to get a standard room at the Radisson. We've stayed there but prefer the clubroom accommodations (higher floor, nicer room, breakfast, afternoon snacks, etc) but those are not what you get either with Priceline or the friends and family promo.

Marty

 

I tried the F&F code and it comes up "invalid search parameter", 4/27-28. I checked the AAA and senior rates and they are both $125.

[travelplanner4thefamily]

For anyone interested.........the friends and family code for Radisson is carlsonf. If you put the code in "promotions" and the rate is available it will usually come up at an $80 rate.....so you don't really need Priceline to get a standard room at the Radisson. We've stayed there but prefer the clubroom accommodations (higher floor, nicer room, breakfast, afternoon snacks, etc) but those are not what you get either with Priceline or the friends and family promo.

Marty

 

I have used this code many times and my understanding is it ends Dec. 2011

[martyap]

I tried the F&F code and it comes up "invalid search parameter", 4/27-28. I checked the AAA and senior rates and they are both $125.

Just went to the Radisson site.......put in your dates for April.....two nights....clicked on "more search options".....put in carlsonf in promo codes......$80 rate came up

 

or

 

Go to the site for Radisson Ambassador.....put in your dates....click get rates.......then put in promo code on right and hit search........$80 rate

 

 

Good luck,

Marty

Edited December 3, 2011 by martyap

[martyap]

I have used this code many times and my understanding is it ends Dec. 2011

Not correct....it works for next year

[fridaythe13th]

Got it! I was putting the code in the wrong place. A message comes up that they will need to know the employee name and work location at the time of check in. Do I just say ok?

[LovesMist]

FridayThe13th....I have read stories that when you use that code they will check you in and ask for your Friend's name or a letter sometimes. If you don't have the letter or correct name...they charge the full price to your credit card. It may not happen every time...but I'd be cautious. ...just my 2 cents.

[martyap]

Got it! I was putting the code in the wrong place. A message comes up that they will need to know the employee name and work location at the time of check in. Do I just say ok?

I've used it without ever having to give any info at check in.......BUT, I now see the pop up that comes up explaining an employee name/location will be required at check in.

Might not be too difficult to get a name/location or even a letter to use from a local Radisson near your home. I'd make the reservation and then try to fill in the blanks and check on

the specific requirements. Unlike Priceline, your friends/family reservation can always be cancelled.

 

We usually stay at the Marriott Stellaris using Priceline. Actually going to San Juan for 8 days in March, land only, and got great rates on Priceline at two different hotels including the Marriott. The Radisson is certainly OK for a 1-2 day pre/post cruise.....location is great. You will also find their regular rates usually go down as your check in date draws closer.

 

Good luck,

Marty

Edited December 3, 2011 by martyap

[fridaythe13th]

I've used it without ever having to give any info at check in.......BUT, I now see the pop up that comes up explaining an employee name/location will be required at check in.

Might not be too difficult to get a name/location or even a letter to use from a local Radisson near your home. I'd make the reservation and then try to fill in the blanks and check on

the specific requirements. Unlike Priceline, your friends/family reservation can always be cancelled.

 

We usually stay at the Marriott Stellaris using Priceline. Actually going to San Juan for 8 days in March, land only, and got great rates on Priceline at two different hotels including the Marriott. The Radisson is certainly OK for a 1-2 day pre/post cruise.....location is great. You will also find their regular rates usually go down as your check in date draws closer.

 

Good luck,

Marty

 

We think alike. I thought about going to our local Radisson and did see where you can cancel by the day before without penalty. It is $125 with the AAA discount so I may just keep my booking and see what happens. I'll keep trying Priceline too just in case!

[LovesMist]

We usually stay at the Marriott Stellaris using Priceline. Actually going to San Juan for 8 days in March, land only, and got great rates on Priceline at two different hotels including the Marriott. The Radisson is certainly OK for a 1-2 day pre/post cruise.....location is great. You will also find their regular rates usually go down as your check in date draws closer.

 

Good luck,

Marty

 

We usually stay at the Stellaris too.... and their regular rates come down also. Just did a price drop from $206 to $188 for our cruise in April (AAA rate).... and am hoping for it to come down further. Think it dropped 3 times or so last year.

 

~Denise

[martyap]

We usually stay at the Stellaris too.... and their regular rates come down also. Just did a price drop from $206 to $188 for our cruise in April (AAA rate).... and am hoping for it to come down further. Think it dropped 3 times or so last year.

 

~Denise

Booked four days at the Stellaris for $115 a night via Priceline. Also staying four at La Concha......AAA was $237 so I'm hoping it will come down but it's been heading higher.........March and April are still strong seasons in San Juan.

[shonandsuzie]

After weeks and weeks of denied bids on Priceline and no good prices on Hotwire, I had to bite the bullet so we can move on with our other travel prep! Not sure if something amazing is going on in SJU that weekend but the prices were consistantly more expensive than any other weekend. :(

 

HOTWIRE

1/20-1/22/11

San Juan Conrad Condado Plaza

Four Star, Ocean Front, Near Beach, Casino, Spa (were some of the markers listed)

$187/night

[Capette]

I should have looked at this site before bidding dang it. We really wanted Marriott Stellaris but felt that the Name Your Own Price would be a better option. We ended up getting it for April 13-14 for 145 a night. It wouldn't accept anyting less. So happy with the Marriott but sad I didn't show a little more patience

[cruisergal 1]

I finally just booked the Sheraton Puerto Rico Hotel and Casino in S.J. through Hotwire for Jan 20-22 for $138/night. They consider it a 4* hotel.

[desidude007]

I was looking for pre cruise stay (14th jan). Since it is long weekend prices are very high for that weekend. Finally ( after waiting for almost 2 months) I got courtyard isle verde beach resort for $102 and it is very good deal based on my research. If you are still looking for 14th Jan weekend date then book it threw hot-wire. Currently they have deal around $100 for 3.5 star and it is courtyard near airport.

[fossil2k2]

I just booked pre and post cruise hotel rooms for April 14th, and April 22nd.

 

For the pre cruise hotel I went through Priceline and got the Sheraton Puerto Rico Convention Center Hotel & Casino, they consider it a 3 star hotel I got it for $125, 40% off.

 

For the post cruise hotel I went through Hotwire and also got the Sheraton Puerto Rico Convention Center Hotel & Casino, they consider it a 4 star hotel I got it for $103, 50% off.

[Puffinater]

Found this info posted elsewhere by someone else and figured it might help someone over here.

 

Radisson Amabassador San Juan

 

11/30/12 1 night precruise

 

Bid zone 8, Resort and 4 star $75 rejected.

 

Rebid zone 8 added 3.5 star increased to $80 accepted + fees $16.97 = 96.97

 

Pricing on hotel website shows total cost of $218.38.

[charliedog]

Found this info posted elsewhere by someone else and figured it might help someone over here.

 

Radisson Amabassador San Juan

 

11/30/12 1 night precruise

 

Bid zone 8, Resort and 4 star $75 rejected.

 

Rebid zone 8 added 3.5 star increased to $80 accepted + fees $16.97 = 96.97

 

Pricing on hotel website shows total cost of $218.38.

 

That is exactly what I just got for one night stay 10/27. Was hoping for the Sheraton OSJ, but the Radisson for one night is good.

[Spoofa1]

After several attempts of bidding on Hotwire my $110 bid was accepted for the following:

 

4 Stars

Conrad San Juan, Condado Plaza

San Juan

March 30th, one nite

 

with taxes and fees $130.89

 

We have stayed there before, am very pleased with the results,

 

Eileen and Norm

 

Sailing Summit March 31st 2012

[AuntBek]

We just booked Hotwire for pre & post cruise stays. For 3 nights pre cruise 4/5-8 we booked:

 

4* San Juan Area, amenities casino, smoke free rooms, pool, etc (not beach or oceanfront) for $113 per night ($116 for 3 people) - Sheraton Puerto Rico (convention center location). We expected and wanted this because we will be renting a car to drive to farther locations for the day and wanted a nicer hotel with pool to come back to.

 

For 1 night post cruise 4/15 we booked:

 

3.5* San Juan Area, amenities casino, fitness center, pool, etc (not beach or oceanfront) for $111 ($114 for 3 people) - Sheraton Old San Juan. Again, we expected and wanted this because of the location even though it's not as nice as other hotels. We plan to walk off of the Carnival Victory, drop our luggage with the bell desk, and walk to the fort and OSJ. We fly out midday on the 16th.

 

Overall, we got exactly what we expected for a lower price than a "named hotel" web site. I'm happy! :D

Edited January 18, 2012 by AuntBek