What's happening to motel prices?

Last night our motel was borderline unacceptable. The bed tilted and had very skimpy sheets and blanket. The light over the bed didn't work. The frig made rattling noises all night. The AC was noisy. We got some sleep but not a lot.  The breakfast was worthless.  By rights it should have been a really budget motel.  $45 at most. It cost $85.  It was by far the cheapest room in the Erie, PA area. Even the motel coupon  book had  nothing cheaper. We usually stay at the Super 8 in Erie. Not posh but much nicer. Last Feb it cost $75. Last night they were asking $139! Is this the new normal?