nyc hotels, do prices get any cheaper on a last minute...

as the title says, does the hotels in manhatten get any cheaper on a last minute basis, or do they all hold out for the the full guest rate?, looking for accommodation for 3 adults and 2 kids (7 and 15) hotel prices seem weyyy expensive and wondered whether its any good waiting til the last minute or even turning up on the day loking for the best rate.

nyc hotels, do prices get any cheaper on a last minute...

I would never show up without a reservation---too iffy, IMO. If you are looking for cheap rates, try looking at www.betterbidding.com Other posters who have used this site have recommended it. It also depends on what time of year you are traveling. Hotels in NYC that have seasonal rates, offer their cheapest rates from 1/1-2/28. Room rates are really climbing in NYC as of late. Just note that if you find a hotel with incredibly cheap rates, there is a good reason for it. Most likely, it is a fleabag dump. If there are some hotels you are considering, I would recommend reading the reviews posted in TA. It will help you come to an informed decision.

nyc hotels, do prices get any cheaper on a last minute...

look at embassy suites it is down town but lovely by the looks of it and the reviews and when we booked was half the price of say the doubletree. It will bebig enough to fit you all in and even with a subway 7 day pass (if its a week you are there for etc) it works out way way cheaper, we saved so much money.....over a 拢1000GBP! so in fact it was more than half cheaper!

thanks for the replies. we, are only on %26#39;stopover%26#39; (3 nights max) on the way to the gulf coast in florida, at the start of october this year. considered staying out of manhatten, but then again, its only for a couple of days, and would probably be best to %26#39;experience%26#39; the full nyc, from manhatten? i%26#39;ll nosey round the embassy suites site and see what they have to offer....any more help gratefully recieved. cheers, stu

Prices are very high this fall, period. The good exchange rate for you guys is one major reason. If you are you looking for one room for 5, that adds to the problem. What are your specific dates and your budget?

PS. Don%26#39;t even consider waiting til the last minute for a group of 5 (2 is another story). What you could do is book something NOW that%26#39;s cancelleable and shop closer to the date for something less. Look on travelzoo.com

dates 1st to the 4th oct (3 nights). budget, well before looking at the prices was $100 per night per room (with two rooms required), but after looking at the current prices, i suppose double that or slightly more.

What about staying in jersey (or other %26#39;nearby%26#39; areas, probably arriving in to newark) and travelling in? would that be feasable/ sensible or be more hassle than worth? we have a built in baby sitter (the mother-in-law) for the evenings/nighttime trips in to the bars/restaurants.

I%26#39;ve compiled a list of options for NJ from posts here etc.

www.broadwayfocus.com/nj_nyc/

If you were staying for a week or more staying outside the city might make sense. But to me, personally, I think for a short stay it%26#39;s a waste of time.

If you disagree, I do see availability at the Sheraton on the Hudson in Weehawken, NJ for $229/night for a room with a king bed and a double sofa bed or 2 double beds and a sofa bed. So you could get 2 rooms there for $460/night plus tax. The ferry that takes you across the Hudson to midtown NY is $5/person a trip though so $25 for each trip for the group.

I see availability of a one bedroom suite (2 double beds in the living room and a sofabed for 2 in the sitting room) at the Salisbury Hotel for your dates on Expedia.com for $307/night. (the hotel itself shows sold out). That%26#39;s the cheapest thing I see for your dates. You%26#39;d all be sharing 1 bathroom.

I also saw some availability at some of the Affinia hotels for a 2 bedroom 2 baths suite for $49/night. (Look at the Eastgate Towers, the Affinia Manhattan and the Affinia Dumont).

Very nice job broadwayny :))

I should have said the Sheraton price I saw was on Sheraton.com

I%26#39;d still stay in NYC for your 3 days.

thanks, nywhiz :-)

I have a feeling, that page will be referenced often.

I compiled it even though I totally agree with you that staying in Manhattan is the best.

Check out applecore.com for good rates on clean hotels in a great location. Also, we have stayed at Radio City Apartments(www.radiocityapartments.com)- fantastic and room for 5 in a 2 bdrm suite w/ kitchen!! Approx $250 /night. Great reviews on TA and we love it! AWESOME location- can%26#39;t be beat!