Resort fees have steadily been creeping into urban destinations from Boston to Seattle under the guise of "destination" or "amenity" fees. As shown below, these mandatory charges, marketed as value-added services designed specifically to benefit the guest, vary from hotel to hotel. They encompass a wide spectrum from mundane complimentary WiFi access and in-room bottled water to the more unconventional, such as notary services, package handling and even dog treats.
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