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Old Aug 10th, 2003, 03:06 PM
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The Ritz can it be booked for less Than Published Price?

Thinking of going to Paris for a week next July. Can we book into The Ritz for less than the published price of 700 euros per night?

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Old Aug 10th, 2003, 04:53 PM
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Hi Bobby,

You can always call direct and offer them 350 E and see what happens.

I did this once with a hotel in Key West and they took me up on it.
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I'm sure you probably can, I just got a quote for 590 euro (standard double) without even trying much with a couple words into Google -- and that was for early October, high season. July wouldn't be higher, and probably lower.

I used www.all-hotels.com. I think they also are on Utell. These are the kind of things some travel agents are good at, actually, if you routinely book deluxe hotels. Or so I've heard.
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I emailed the Ritz directly and asked them to give me their "best rate." They came back with a lower rate than that quoted on their website, then I negotiated a slightly larger room. I then confirmed the rate and the reservation about a week before my trip. A good experience, it took a few days for us to finalize it--calling would be better if you are in a hurry. Do not worry about speaking/not speaking French their English is absolutely perfect.
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I frequently see rates for the Ritz on Expedia and Hotels.com in the low $500- range.I would start checking these sites early next year.
There are also many lovely hotels offered on these sites.
Best of luck
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