I always do the same checking around myself and sometimes find a better deal. The AMSAT group rate at the Hilton is $149. Except for the B&B's (Bed and Bugs) I can't imagine a much cheaper rate in the DC area for a decent hotel.
Cheers, Frank
FRANK KARNAUSKAS, N1UW
-----Original Message----- From: AMSAT-BB [mailto:amsat-bb-bounces@amsat.org] On Behalf Of Jeff Johns via AMSAT-BB Sent: Sunday, August 11, 2019 4:55 PM To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] AMSAT Room Rate at the Hilton
I had the same issue for last year’s symposium in Huntsville. I needed up just staying across the street from the host hotel and, by doing so, saved about $100 and in a newer property with better amenities. It’s not just a problem with AMSAT events, I travel frequently to many events where I have to self-book and almost 50% of the time the ‘special’ codes don’t work. I would just give the hotel a call or look for less expensive options within a reasonable distance. Best of luck and 73!
Jeff WE4B
On Aug 11, 2019, at 4:41 PM, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB amsat-bb@amsat.org wrote:
Yep I used group code "RAS" It replies with: The requested rate is not available. View other available rooms and rates below.
Mike On Sunday, August 11, 2019, 5:30:43 PM EDT, Zach Metzinger via AMSAT-BB amsat-bb@amsat.org wrote:
On 08/11/19 16:17, Mike McCann via AMSAT-BB wrote:
Hello All, I just tried to make a reservation at the Arlington Hilton for the AMSAT Symposium, the Web site is saying that there aren't any rooms available at the AMSAT rate. Is anyone else seeing this problem? Mike KB2GHZ
Did you use the correct link / reservation code?
https://www.hilton.com/en/hi/groups/personalized/D/DCAVAHF-RAS-20191015/inde...
Group code is "RAS".
I used this and set the dates for 17th - 20th, and was able to view a room at $150/night.
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