nicole0992
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@nicole0992 : What dates were you able to book?
I booked June 11-15
@nicole0992 : What dates were you able to book?
So it didn't list an airport shuttle as an amenity even if it is, correct? If so that might make it harder to be sure you are getting a WDW resort with priceline express.It was $115 a night before the additional discount. I did it on phone and didn't see that description. The primary page says what I copied below.
3.5-Star Hotel
Similar to Hyatt and Hilton
Guest Score: 8+/10
We'll reveal the hotel name and address after you book
*The rate displayed saves you at least 58% versus the published price of a 3.5-star Walt Disney World - Bonnet Creek area hotel for the same travel dates.
Restaurant
Free Internet
Indoor or Outdoor Pool
2 Reasons to Book
EXCLUSIVE SAVINGS!
Instantly save 58% on a 3.5-star hotel in this area
FREE AMENITIES
Free Internet is included with your hotel stay
About This Hotel
When you book a 3.5-star Express Deal, you'll get excellent service, some high-end amenities and well-decorated public areas. Our 3.5-star collection includes well-known brands like Doubletree, Hilton, Marriott and Sheraton, as well as similar independent hotels
Location
Walt Disney World - Bonnet Creek
My checkout page shows:
THIS DEAL SAVES YOU 58%
3.5-Star hotel in the Walt Disney World - Bonnet Creek Area
Amenities: Restaurant, Internet, Swimming Pool
Guest Score: 8+
Check In: Tue, Jun 12, 2018
Check Out: Tue, Jun 19, 2018
Rooms: 1 room for 7 nights
Room Rate: $115.00 per room/night
Taxes & Fees: $141.96
Room Total: $946.96
So it didn't list an airport shuttle as an amenity even if it is, correct? If so that might make it harder to be sure you are getting a WDW resort with priceline express.
Right, it is just that a tip for identifying a wdw resort was to look for airport shuttle to help narrow things down but if they no longer list it it may be harder in the future to be sure for other Disney resorts. People who may have relied on that tip will have to realize it may no longer be valid - like me, I was dismissing PE deals because they didn't list an airport shuttle. I didn't even consider them so your report is very informative and helpful.It didn't list a shuttle, but CBR was the only hotel that matched up with the prices.
Right, it is just that a tip for identifying a wdw resort was to look for airport shuttle to help narrow things down but if they no longer list it it may be harder in the future to be sure for other Disney resorts. People who may have relied on that tip will have to realize it may no longer be valid - like me, I was dismissing PE deals because they didn't list an airport shuttle. I didn't even consider them so your report is very informative and helpful.
Once you got your reservation for CBR did it include what area you will staying at? It seems that the pirate rooms are available on priceline in June and was wondering if that is what you got. I don't think they listed other rooms in CBR for your time frame. Curious about this because I am considering switching my mid June reservation for the B resort to this but am trying to figure out more details if possible. Thanks!I was stalking Hotwire for Hotdeals too. Those do seem to list airport shuttles. I saw a few come up for POP and CBR, but they weren't big savings.
Glad the information was helpful.
Once you got your reservation for CBR did it include what area you will staying at? It seems that the pirate rooms are available on priceline in June and was wondering if that is what you got. I don't think they listed other rooms in CBR for your time frame. Curious about this because I am considering switching my mid June reservation for the B resort to this but am trying to figure out more details if possible. Thanks!
Once you got your reservation for CBR did it include what area you will staying at? It seems that the pirate rooms are available on priceline in June and was wondering if that is what you got. I don't think they listed other rooms in CBR for your time frame. Curious about this because I am considering switching my mid June reservation for the B resort to this but am trying to figure out more details if possible. Thanks!
I should note that my reservation June 11-15 was for a pirate room.I am pretty sure the current listing for my dates is CBR king bed. It is $116 now I think and 58% off.
Priceline:
Amenities:
- 3,5 -Star Hotel
- Walt Disney World - Disney Springs Area
- This deal saves you 38% or more compared to similar hotels
- Very good 8+/10
About This Hotel:
- Business Center
- Indoor or Outdoor Pool
- Fitness Center
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Price:
- Large rooms mean plenty of space to relax or work here.
- When you book a 3.5-star Express Deal, you'll get excellent service, some high-end amenities and well-decorated public areas.
- Price per Night$137
- Rooms1
- Nights10
- Room Subtotal$1,180.00
- Taxes and Fees$191.00
And here is what I have found on Hotwire:
For the Priceline selection, I am guessing Doubletree Suites. The giveaway is that it's letting me choose from different types of rooms (including smoking rooms). Disney on Priceline Express deals rarely gives you the option to choose a room type.
For Hotwire, I am not 100% sure, but so far for this summer I have yet to see a decent discounted rate on Hotwire.
I think you may want to start looking about 30 days out from arrival. I know it's hard to be patient (I am looking for dates at the end of July), but the better deals seem to pop up just a couple weeks in advance. Good luck!
I wanted to add a data point and also ask a question:
Data Point: Through Priceline's Express Deals I booked Boardwalk Inn for $184 plus taxes and fees. Some of the selections/filters/descriptions were:
- 4*
- Bonnet Creek
- 9+ rating
- Amenities were free internet, restaurant and indoor or outdoor pool
- One of the descriptions said "The kids will love the super pool at this resort with plenty of old-fashioned charm."
I was happy with the win and hope I can grab a couple more nights.
My question is if anyone knows what Disney hotel this may be:
- 4*
- Bonnet Creek
- 8+ rating
- Amenities are free internet, restaurant and indoor or outdoor pool
- One of the descriptions says "Breathtaking decor and plenty of entertainment options welcome you to this unique property."
- Currently asking about $210 a night.
I am thinking it's AKL, but don't know for sure. I'm hoping it may be something different as we've stayed at AKL quite a bit in the last couple years and we're looking for something new.
How far out were you booking?
Wow. You see that available right now? I just tried searching and BW is definitely not any of the express deals coming up for that week for me (results don’t match what you described).It was about 35 days out when I booked. I noticed the Boardwalk Inn is available on Priceline's Express deals the WHOLE week of July 4th, too (June 30th - July 7th). Express Deals un-blinds the hotel for any other available dates after you book it once.
When you searched did you specify a hotel shuttle? Does it have a resort fee? Compare it to this website:I wanted to add a data point and also ask a question:
Data Point: Through Priceline's Express Deals I booked Boardwalk Inn for $184 plus taxes and fees. Some of the selections/filters/descriptions were:
- 4*
- Bonnet Creek
- 9+ rating
- Amenities were free internet, restaurant and indoor or outdoor pool
- One of the descriptions said "The kids will love the super pool at this resort with plenty of old-fashioned charm."
I was happy with the win and hope I can grab a couple more nights.
My question is if anyone knows what Disney hotel this may be:
- 4*
- Bonnet Creek
- 8+ rating
- Amenities are free internet, restaurant and indoor or outdoor pool
- One of the descriptions says "Breathtaking decor and plenty of entertainment options welcome you to this unique property."
- Currently asking about $210 a night.
I am thinking it's AKL, but don't know for sure. I'm hoping it may be something different as we've stayed at AKL quite a bit in the last couple years and we're looking for something new.
When you searched did you specify a hotel shuttle? Does it have a resort fee? Compare it to this website:
https://www.betterbidding.com/?app=hotel_lists&tid=78
It hasn't let me down yet!
Ahh yeah, that's why I usually go for Hotwire, I like the security of the hotel shuttle. What dates were you looking at? I have an app that will unblind them, I can check it for you.I don't believe Priceline's Express Deals indicate an airport shuttle for Disney Hotels (Hotwire does) - and there is no resort fee. Yes, BetterBidding is a great resource that I use as well. I also use Hotel Canary and the app Exp Deals to help "un-blind" the Express Deals. So, far none of those have been able to confirm if it was AKL although I'm 99.9% sure it's a Disney Deluxe resort. I really believe it's AKL mainly because it fits all the Disney criteria and it says "save 30% or more" which is about the savings from the non-blinded rate of AKL on Priceline.
It was about 35 days out when I booked. I noticed the Boardwalk Inn is available on Priceline's Express deals the WHOLE week of July 4th, too (June 30th - July 7th). Express Deals un-blinds the hotel for any other available dates after you book it once.