SEATTLE California hotels are launching or expanding conservation measures as a result of the ongoing energy crisis. Though only a few properties have raised rates, many California travelers may soon be paying an “energy surcharge” of $2 per night.
“If hotels can conserve rather than raise rates, they will,” said Los Angeles-based Michael Mahoney of PricewaterhouseCoopers. But Mahoney expects some price increases to take effect within weeks in cities hardest hit by the crisis, including San Francisco and San Diego. (2/4/01)
SOURCE:The Seattle Times