Originally Posted by
Happy
It is LEGAL in Australia and New Zealand. The legislation passed several years ago was in the spirit of having those who use CC to bear the merchant fees. And it actually works.
It’s legal in the US, too, if done right. Fortunately it’s not as widespread and Marriott doesn’t allow their properties to do this as a matter of policy.
As for having those who use CCs to bear the merchant fee, how about gym fees? Pool usage fees? If I don’t use the pool at a hotel, why should I pay for the upkeep of it? And I like stairs, so how about an elevator fee?
General credit card surcharge discussion:
Credit card surcharging in the USA.