HiddenFees

Is anyone else annoyed by this? When you look at LHW award stays, it looks like there are no taxes or fees, similar to most other hotel award bookings. But once you actually transfer the points and try to book, suddenly there’s a surprise charge. In my case, it was $52 in “taxes...

Just checked out of a mid-tier chain and noticed a $25 “amenity fee” for pool and gym access, which I never used. They took it off when I asked, but it made me wonder how many people don’t even notice these random add-ons. What’s the weirdest or most ridiculous charge you’ve...

Rented a car in Budapest through booking.com. I told the Sixt agent I only wanted to add an extra driver and cross-border option no extra insurance. He confirmed it. Just got the invoice and found a €110 “windshield and tyre protection” fee added anyway. Emailed them saying it’s...

Went to book at the airport to avoid the $22 carrier usage charge. Counter was empty, so I called in and they waived the fee. But here’s the weird part: online the fare was $83, agent quoted me $100. After the waived fee, I paid $78 only $5 cheaper instead of $22. Online price...