Originally Posted by
DallasEsq
If I booked before the resort fee was instituted, do I just tell the front desk clerk at checkin that I'd like to have the fee waived or would it be automatic?
I have a pre-paid stay coming up next week, albeit it can still be cancelled for a refund. This was before booked before they announced the resort fee. I cannot see any grounds for them being able to charge this on my booking as this effectively means any hotel can just add an extra charge to any booking at any time. However, I am prepared for them to try to add it, and expect to have to ask for it to be removed.
The alternative is that I cancel and rebook for the Hilton which is only $30 more when factoring in both properties charging resort fees and tax.