yep it sure is!
And yes on 1.24 there is often too much lag on hotel servers. Most hotels I have seen where ok although some lack eyecandy.
And I dont think making someone not host hotels or making them change to the new way if they dont like it is a good idea either.

If you dont like their level just leave their server; as simple as that. Mabye you could find something good about one of those hotels you dont like. I think its worth a try.
And could ask them if they wanted any tips or help on improving the level or becomming a better level maker.

Ok you dont like some hotel levels; think about the levels you make are they any good?

I think that almost every level on JJ2 has some work put into it and has atleast one thing good about it or good the author added.