Forced narrative. They could charge full & just convert the “savings” into their own BTC.
It’s good marketing I guess for a forced way of doing things.
Discussion
You’re right about cash… would have been roughly equivalent. Credit card fees are no joke though.
An extra note… they said not many lightning or bitcoin payments lately at the hotel… from Atlanta right now you can find 3.5hr flights to ES for <$300, rent a car for ~$40/day, and eat cheap and delicious food in a beautiful and friendly place. It could be a great long weekend. 