Originally Posted by moondog
i suggest you call the shangri la and ask to speak with the manager (assistant manager) concerning rates. then tell him you have an offer from the marco polo for $75 and see if they'd like to match (i would leave a callback number rather than press for an answer on the spot -- a negotiating tactic, but they prob won't call overseas; maybe email?)
Thanks, will try this. The time period is over the US Thanksgiving holiday, which may or may not affect their business travel bookings. So will give it a try. My experience is some hotels substantially discount during the Chinese Holidays and some times Christmas Holidays. I remember seeing the Hyatt in
Shanghai advertise for about $80 per night during National week..and have booked hotels during Christmas time for 1/3 of the regular prices.