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local1 month ago•3 min saved

New York City bans resort fees and requires full upfront lodging costs

NYC Mayor Mamdani announces a rule banning resort/destination fees for hotels, Airbnb, and other lodging advertised in NYC, requiring full upfront disclosure of the total nightly cost; the rule applies even if the stay is booked from outside NYC and imposes fines starting at $525 per day for violations, up to $3,500 for subsequent offenses; deposits must be disclosed, taxes excluded, with enforcement by the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection, effective Feb. 21.

via newsday.com|

#consumer-protection #hotel-fees #junk-fees

travel-and-tourism7 months ago•2 min saved

Paris Las Vegas Hotel's Hidden Fee Sparks Visitor Exodus

Las Vegas is experiencing a significant decline in tourism, partly due to hidden and unexpected fees like a $50 charge for unplugging a cord at Paris Las Vegas, along with broader economic pressures such as inflation, high wages, and reduced visitor numbers, leading to a backlash against fees and a drop in hotel occupancy and revenue.

via View from the Wing|

#fees-and-charges #hospitality-industry #hotel-fees

travel1 year ago•2 min saved

"Biden Targets Hidden Fees in Hotels and Services"

The Hotel Lucia in Portland has been criticized for its exorbitant and deceptive resort fees, which include charges for amenities like bike rides and elevator use that are listed as complimentary on their website. Additionally, the hotel offers cannabis sales during the booking process, raising further questions about their practices. Resort fees are often seen as scams because they obscure the true cost of a stay and make price comparisons difficult.

via View from the Wing|

#cannabis #hotel-fees #portland

travel2 years ago•6 min saved

Fighting Back: My Battle Against 'Junk Fees' at a NYC Hotel

A traveler recounts their experience of being charged multiple "junk fees" by a New York City hotel, including daily destination fees and separate taxes on each fee. Despite the hotel's claims that these fees provide amenities and discounts, the traveler found them unnecessary and unwanted. The hotel industry has faced criticism for these fees, with legislation introduced to eliminate excessive and hidden fees and require transparent pricing. The traveler was eventually able to dispute the charges with their credit card company, highlighting the unfairness of unexpected charges on hotel bills.

via CNBC|

#consumer-advocacy #hotel-fees #junk-fees