Another question which bears close relation to the task of
organizing some central information bureau where visitors can apply for details of accommodation is that of the prices charged by London hotel proprietors. Is it true that in comparison with the accommodation offered London hotel prices bear unfavourable comparison with New York, Paris, Rome, Buenos Aires and else- where ? I have received a number of letters from Ameri- can friends recently, of which the following is typical The English-Speaking Union of London would indeed be doing a great service could it find a way to bring to the notice of the London hotels the great mistake they are making by their advanced and excessive rates--quite„ out of proportion to the equipment and calibre of their establishments.
Instead of attracting Americans to visit England they are the means of driving them to other climes, where they arc made to feel welcome, and are not subjected to such overcharging as now seen* to be the complaint of .a very large number of tourists who recently have been in London."
Previous page
