[she shakes her head with a bemused sort of smile.]

I wouldn't have thought to make the comparison. I suppose in a way you might be right. [in any case.] The hotel is this way. It's not far. You probably could have made it with just directions.

[she shrugs her shoulders, smiling vaguely.]

I appreciated the help I received when I arrived, however. I think it's only fair I help in return.