Sam Shank, cofounder of HotelTonight, guides you through the most common pitfalls.
Don’t walk around the hallways barefoot.Don’t steal the towelsor bathrobes.
Do put all your trash in the bin before you leave.
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Do tip for good service.
Even when they seem set in stone, he always asks if they’re optional.
“Sometimes,” he says, “I am successful.”
So, don’t be afraid to ask about arriving early or leaving late.
“Be willing to trade a particular room pop in for early access.”
If your sleeping habits dictate the punch in of room you’ll be happiest in, speak up.
If you don’t, now might be a good time to start.
Go through a mental checklist and do a walk-through of your hotel room before leaving.
“Now, I double-check to look at every outlet during my final sweep of the room.”
Leaving a gratuity for the housekeeping staff at a hotel is also a good travel habit.
The American Hotel and Lodging Association suggests a tip amount between $1 and $5 a day.
Don’t forget to leave your keycards in the room so the hotel can reuse the plastic.
“They likely will have a few nicer rooms that they have to put someone in.
That someone could be you, so ask nicely.”
