While major hotel companies are reeling from a drop in demand, many bargains can be had for those with the inclination and money to travel.

Hotels are competing for guests by offering computer lounges, Wii game consoles in exercise rooms, and remotes that control lights, blinds and the thermostat — as well as the television.

Hotels are competing for guests by offering computer lounges, Wii game consoles in exercise rooms, and remotes that control lights, blinds and the thermostat — as well as the television.

Hotels are competing for guests by offering computer lounges, Wii game consoles in exercise rooms, and remotes that control lights, blinds and the thermostat — as well as the television.

The completion of a $200 million renovation of the Book Cadillac hotel in downtown Detroit is another sign for residents that the city is working to regain some polish and prestige.

The completion of a $200 million renovation of the Book Cadillac hotel in downtown Detroit is another sign for residents that the city is working to regain some polish and prestige.

With hotel profits under siege, this is not the time to be making your most loyal customers unhappy.

Most hotel projects that have not begun construction are likely to be canceled or delayed, an effect of the economic downturn and the credit crisis.

Under growing pressures to curb expenses, some corporate travel managers are making new cost-cutting suggestions.

The stock market turmoil has affected demand for fancy hotel rooms, an effect of companies trimming down the cost of corporate travel.