Beware of New Hotel Fees for Early Check-In and Late Check-Out on Your Fall Getaway

Planning a fall getaway? Be aware of a new trend that’s increasingly prevalent in the hotel industry. Many hotels are now implementing fees for early check-in or late check-out, adding an extra cost to your stay.

CBS travel editor Peter Greenberg highlights that this practice has been on the rise, especially in convention hotels, over the past year-and-a-half. What used to be a complimentary perk for travelers when the hotel’s availability allowed it, now comes with a price tag if you want to extend your stay beyond the standard check-out time.

The key point to note is that hotels are expected to be transparent about these fees. Greenberg emphasizes that if a hotel fails to disclose such charges upfront and then imposes them, consumers have the right to dispute the fees on their credit cards, citing national federal credit laws. It’s essential for travelers to be informed and vigilant about these potential additional costs when making hotel reservations.