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Dec 29, 2017, 10:09 am

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Originally Posted by ryandk

Here's a response I got from the Marriott Marquis on Facebook when I asked about the "Destination Fee":

Our Daily Destination fee includes thoughtful upgrades designed to enhance your stay in New York City. The is $25 plus tax per day. The daily offerings include:
• $15 Food Credit to Fresh Bites*
• Enhanced Internet and Local/Long Distance Calls
• NYC Downtown Loop or Cruise Ticket (1 per day). See City Experts on 8th floor to redeem
• Cycle Class at CYC Fitness (1 per day). See Concierge on 8th floor to redeem

It's a total cash-grab. How is this legal?

As much as I am opposed to "destination," "amenity" or "resort" fees, I might not be as opposed if they actually paid for a service or amenity that (1) I would actually use or (2) don't already receive (like free internet).

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