Originally Posted by
MotownMan
A couple hundred thousand of people just in NJ were without power. As was said, if this was the hotel's fault (bad wiring, poor maintenance, etc) or a very localized incident (utilities work on the street corner), then maybe something would be deserved or a goodwill gesture appreciated. However, there is absolutely no burden on the part of any hotel to compensate due to ill effects from weather. Would you expect a hotel in FL to compensate you for snow when you expected sun? Its out of their control and has nothing to do with their services, as is a power outage.
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Compensation may be out of the question, but being able to terminate the stay early (and not charged for the missing nights) should be acceptable. Even arranging transportation would be a good gesture.
Years ago in New Orleans as Gustaf headed onshore. The city order an evacuation of all visitors and suggest residents also leave town. The Westin organized rides to the airport for those that did not have their own transportation. They were also very accommodating to those that needed time to make their arrangements.