Four Seasons Netflix Deal Could Cost You More Than Your Chill Time—Here’s the Hidden Fee You’ll Pay This Fall
A new licensing deal between Four Seasons hotels and Netflix is rolling out this week, and while it sounds like a luxury perk for travelers, consumer advocates warn the cost will quietly hit your wallet. Starting in October, Four Seasons will offer guests unlimited, ad-free streaming of Netflix original series and movies in-room—but the catch is that the partnership is being used to justify a new “digital amenity surcharge” of up to $25 per night at select properties. That’s on top of already skyrocketing resort fees. For the average family booking a three-night stay, you’re looking at an extra $75 that you might not realize you’re paying until checkout. Consumer groups are calling it a slick way to mask price hikes behind a shiny “four seasons netflix” experience. So, next time you book, double-check your bill—or you could be paying for that binge-watching session long after you check out.