We've got threads here from the standpoint of the traveler, asking about safety and convenience in travel. I am wondering about the hotel perspective. I've seen posts in some of the airline forums saying it is irresponsible to come to Tokyo now, that resources are strained and that what would be consumed by a hotel guest needs to go to the residents. Is that really the case?

Would a hotel GM prefer that guests come, so that s/he can cover his operating costs and keep staff employed?

Would a hotel GM prefer that guests cancel, so that s/he doesn't have to solve the problem of power, staff getting to work, supplies, and any work that needs to be done to repair damage from the quake? Are guests actually a burden right now?

Also, have there been any reports about the condition of hotels? Apparently the Red Carpet Club is closed at NRT due to structural damage. Are some of the major hotels battling similar problems?

Many of the hotels are in high rise buildings. Can elevators be used despite all the after shocks in Tokyo?