on site - discounts for one night only?

[kristennn]

We're looking to stay at one of Universal's on site hotels - any of the three for just one night Febuary 26th which is a Friday. It's *not* a busy time of year and I highly doubt they will be anywhere close to capacity.
So ... The only deals I see are for longer stays. Do they ever have good deals for single night rates? Will I be likely to get a good deal if I wait til towards the end? Do they sell their rooms on sites like expedia etc.?
I'm not an AAA member and I don't live in florida etc.
What kind of rate should I even be hoping for? Right now the lowest price is $294 for one night before taxes which seems high to me.

 

[damo]

Rack rate tends to be quite high. Remember the Universal Hotels are comparable to the deluxe hotels at Disney.

It might be worth it to get a AAA membership. Call and ask what they have to offer. There are also obstructed view rooms that you can sometimes get.

 

[ChuckGA]

Lots of schools around the country have that week off for winter break. While it isn't spring break busy, it isn't a low time by any means. Disney considers this time peak season equivalent to spring break on pricing.