I was in Las Vegas a few weeks ago for the Interop Show & Conference and was staying at the Excalibur Hotel…walked into the fitness center and found out they require staying guests to pay $20/day to use the otherwise vacant facilities. I understand the travel industry, particularly the budget-minded family sector, going all-out in an attempt to cut costs and generate additional revenue but $20/day is a rip-off. I also tried really hard to get it comp’ed (including signing up for a gambler’s playing card) but I was unsuccessful.
My only comment is $20/day will buy you an on-the-beach luxury room in some countries.