What happened
Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, a Marriott Autograph Collection property in Hawaii, has started charging a $60 per night resort fee for stays as of August 1, 2026. The key distinction is that the fee is applied to points redemptions but waived for cash-paying guests, effectively acting as a tax on award bookings. The fee includes daily cultural activities, welcome drinks, towel service, beach gear rentals, and high-speed internet. This is notable as hotels typically charge resort fees across all rate types, making this selective waiver for cash rates a unique loophole