Originally posted by EPS:
I'm not going to consider Priceline without an assurance that stays will be credited in the chain's frequent guest program. Saving a few dollars and then missing an elite tier by one or two stays/nights is no bargain.
Well, I can assure you there is no assurance you will get points, the Priceline website says as much. But on the other hand, you will save a lot more than a "few dollars" using Priceline. As a typical example, those of us staying at the Renaissance in Long Beach paid $35/night including taxes, that's at least $50/night savings over any comparable hotel in the same area (Hilton, Hyatt, and Westin in this case besides the Renaissance). If status is more important to you, pay the difference ...
Some folks do get stays and/or points credited for Priceline stays, but counting on such would not be a good idea ...