Sounds like it is the perogative of the franchisee, here's a few of my most recent HGI stays.
CLE-Gateway - Continental Breakfast for 2
BWI-Airport - Water
Lancaster PA - Water, had to ask, but nice upgraded room.
Toronto/Oakville, ON - Full Breakfast
Not at all consistent.
[This message has been edited by duxfan (edited 09-09-2002).]