Unfortunately it can be frustrating, laundry is something that really bothers me. Was in a hotel in Singapore for 2 months earlier this year and of course have no option to get laundry done over that period of time. Got charged S$120 for a small bag of laundry... I used a nearby laundrette for the rest of my stay and my entire 2 month laundry bill with ironing came to something similar to that one small bag.
Water annoys me as well, complimentary bottled water should be mandatory in 4* and above, perhaps even 3* and above.
Also saw a ridiculous article this morning of a guest in a hotel in London where the bar had a minimum charge of £75, so his three sparkling waters were charged at £75...
Although to be honest, I find London cheaper for eating out and coffee then Perth and Sydney. Even Jamie's Italian is cheaper.