I hadn't previously commented on the story, because I don't take it seriously (for one thing, even ignoring the design issues, how do they propose to get people to it at that price?), but Clark Lindsey notes a disparity in coverage between this fantasy, and a much more hopeful announcement by a real space hotelier.

[Update a few minutes later]

Jeff Foust is (unsurprisingly) skeptical as well.

> Clark Lindsey notes a disparity in coverage between this fantasy, and a much more hopeful announcement by a real space hotelier.

I'm guessing Bigelow Aerospace needs to include flashier computer renderings in their press releases.

I didn't see a whole lot of solar panels in their design. Perhaps they found a couple surplus reactors in Siberia from the RORSAT program?

Bigelow has stated many times that they are not in the "hotel" business.

I don't think it's an accident. I think it's because, despite what you and Clark Lindsey think, the reporters think the idea of a Space Hotel still has a lot of "giggle factor" and they're going to give the most coverage to the company that gives them the most giggles.