Hotels' charges for Internet irk some

Charging guests for Internet access in their rooms remains common as hotels continue to look for revenue, especially as occupancy rates have fallen during the recession. According to a USA TODAY survey of 80 hotel brands, 40% charge such a fee at all or most of their U.S. hotels. The charge can vary at hotels within the same brand but often ranges from $9.95 to $14.95 daily. Some frequent business travelers avoid hotel charges by bringing their own devices for Internet access.