Visitor Required to Shell Out $50 for Laptop Charging at Paris Las Vegas Hotel
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In a recent turn of events, travel blogger Gary Leff of View From The Wing has shed light on a growing issue for travellers staying at hotels - hidden costs. The latest incident involves the Paris Las Vegas hotel, where a guest was charged a mysterious $50 plus tax for unplugging the minibar.
The guest, who was trying to find a suitable space to work, found the only available spot beside the minibar in their room. In an attempt to charge their device, they unplugged one of the plugs in the outlet. However, the hotel staff referred them to a small sign as the cause of the charge.
This isn't the first time the Paris Las Vegas has been under scrutiny for such practices. Previously, the property has been noted for imposing a hefty $50 charge simply for unplugging a cord in the room, reflecting aggressive and opaque fee policies that frustrate visitors.
The hotel's minibar items typically carry steep markups, and hotels may charge for used or even just moved minibar products, adding to unexpectedly high bills.
Moreover, the Paris Las Vegas continues to have hidden costs for guests. Another reader of Gary Leff's blog was charged $50 to charge a laptop at the hotel.
These incidents further emphasize the need for travelers to be aware of potential hidden costs at hotels. Common hidden fees in Las Vegas hotels include resort fees, operation or venue fees at restaurants, and surprisingly high charges for seemingly minor actions such as unplugging cords or touching minibar items.
Resort fees, an additional mandatory nightly charge averaging around $50, are often not clearly explained. Although some hotels like Sahara Las Vegas have temporarily eliminated resort fees to attract guests, many others still include them as standard.
In addition, restaurant operation or venue fees, typically around 3-5% of the bill, are not always clearly disclosed upfront, which may surprise diners.
In summary, travellers should be particularly mindful of resort fees, charges for unplugging electrical cords or modifying in-room electronics, marked-up minibar costs and potential fees for handling minibar items, and restaurant operation fees quietly added to dining bills. These fees contribute to Las Vegas hotels' reputation for hidden costs beyond advertised room rates.
The incident of the $50 laptop charging fee at the Paris Las Vegas can be considered "even more outrageous" compared to the $26 bottle of water at the Aria Las Vegas, another hotel where expensive charges can occur. The Paris Las Vegas charged a $50 fee for charging a laptop, which the reader found outrageous.
As travellers plan their next trip, it is crucial to research and understand the potential hidden costs at hotels to avoid unexpected bills and ensure a pleasant stay.
- To avoid unexpected expenses, it's vital for travelers to be aware of hidden fees in Las Vegas hotels, such as resort fees, charges for unplugging electrical cords, marked-up minibar costs, potential fees for handling minibar items, and restaurant operation fees.
- In light of these hidden costs, managing personal finances during a hotel stay becomes crucial, especially when dealing with additional charges for seemingly minor actions like unplugging cords or charging devices.
