...For whatever reason, these types of hotels tend to be most likely to bundle breakfast buffet and/or wireless internet with the room. Higher end hotels seem to be more likely to have these at extra charge.....
I think this reflects the differences between the business travelers at high end and midrange hotels. The former generally have more expense account flexibility. The latter includes more of the self-employed. For this group, bundling the meals/evening drinks has tax advantages, as it converts something 50% deductible (meals & entertainment) into a 100% deduction (lodging).