不能放任个别酒店趁“节”狂涨价

Group 1 - The upcoming Spring Festival is leading to a surge in tourism consumption, but significant hotel price increases in popular cities have sparked public outcry and complaints from tourists [1][4] - Hotel pricing in China is regulated by market forces, allowing operators to set prices autonomously, with fluctuations considered normal due to supply and demand dynamics during the 9-day holiday period [1] - Excessive price hikes by hotels may deter tourists and damage the city's reputation in the long run, despite potential short-term profits [4] Group 2 - The government has the authority to implement temporary price controls in tourist hotspots to ensure price stability, as outlined in regulations from 2010 [4] - Examples of government intervention include the price cap on hotel rooms in Zibo, Shandong, where prices were limited to a 50% increase following a surge in visitors [4] - There is a call for increased price transparency and self-regulation within the hotel industry, with expectations for local governments to enhance price management while respecting market principles [5]