Originally Posted by
nanirina
It makes a difference because often a Ryokan includes meals so 2 ppl vs 1 person means different costs. But if it's just the same room for 2 ppl vs 1, I don't see why there would be extra charges.
And how would you know a Japanese wouldn't do it? that's just too much generalization.
What always surprised me is that most international hotels charge the same whether you book for one or for two persons. I've come to like it, though.
What I hate about 2nd person charges with IHG is that it's shown as an "additional fee" even if you are searching rooms for 2 persons. That's misleading. And at 7000 Yen ($70) for the second person per night (10000 Yen/$100 for rates which include breakfast) I'd vote with my feet. That's way over the top! I would let the hotel know, though.
In the Strings bringing in a second person is not easy because the hotel is rather small and the doormen tend to know you by name. And no -- I cannot confirm that Japanese wouldn't attempt to sneak in a second person.
HTB.