Hotels: Trendy doesn’t have to be expensive

Travelers who are tired of paying top dollar for trendy hotel rooms may soon get a break. A new wave of hotel chains, which aim to marry the stylish sensibilities of so-called boutique hotels with the low prices of budget brands, is on the rise. With a focus on modern design, the latest in technology and cool lobbies with social scenes, the hotels cater primarily to young business travelers. But …