> I am looking forward myself. How early should I book my reservation at
> the Red roof Inn?
Briana
Soon. Very soon, as in now. Book early, book often.
Two scenarios often happen as we approach the Pinkfest dates.
1. Rates rise to astronomical levels if the hotels anticipate a sell-out.
2. Rates drop as hotels try to fill rooms.
My suggestion is to book now and get the rate locked in, even if it seems a bit on the high side. Don't get sucked into booking those in-advance non-refundable rates. Then check rates often and if the rates drop, re-book at the lower rate.
Room rates in Chicago vary quite a bit. Sometimes the hotel's web site will have the best rate, other times the travel sites (Travelocity, etc.) will. Southwest Airlines used to frequently have good rates for Chicago hotels, but not in the past few years.