Hotel Staff Reveal The Saucy Secrets That Hotels DON’T Want You To Know

Hotel staff members have all the dirty details about hotels that guests could only dream of knowing… until now! Did you know that there are certain floors you should avoid staying on? How clean are the sheets in your room really?

It may seem counterproductive to put your luggage with dirty wheels in the bathtub where people bath, but there’s a good reason that hotel employees recommend putting the luggage right into the tub.

Sheets and towels are a major part of the hotel experience and they are notoriously uncomfortable. If you notice the sheets are thin or the towels are rough, chances are they’ve been used numerous times and are probably due for replacement.

Many people don’t know that hotels are often happy to provide guests with complimentary toiletries and other small items, even at night. Hotel workers suggest that a polite request for a toothbrush, deodorant, or even a rubber duck can often be fulfilled, regardless of the time of day.

Are you thinking about stashing your valuables in the hotel safe? You should think twice. While hotel safes provide some protection for valuable belongings, they could be more foolproof.

As tragic as it is, people happen to die in hotels more frequently than you might think. When you think about how many people come and go through these places, it makes sense that there are some people who check-in and don’t check out.

Have you ever heard the saying “Nothing in this world is free”. Well, hotels seem to abide by these words. This employee expressed that very little (if anything) comes for free when it comes to hotel stays.

Here’s some insider information that’ll have you check those neat-looking bathroom cups before use. Typically, the cleaning staff is on a strict schedule, with only minutes to clean every room.

Who doesn’t love a fresh cup of coffee first thing in the morning? It’s a routine most of us stick to even when traveling. Hotels usually keep complimentary freeze-dried coffee in the room for this purpose.

Mini bars in hotel rooms are always a welcomed sight, but there’s a catch. You never know if they are freshly restocked or if those little bottles are leftovers from the previous guests’ stay.

If you’re expecting your towels changed after using them carefully, then you just might stick to that same piece for a very long time. An extremely dirty-looking towel does the trick.

It has been discovered that most prestigious hotels have this additional provision they make, specifically for customer care. It is a stipulated allowance for customer service emergencies.

If you opened up the coffee pot to see something like this you’d probably be pretty horrified. But even if you don’t actually see any mold, there are often hidden bacteria in these coffee pots that they keep in the hotel rooms.

The trick is to extend your reservation and watch the magic happen! Sometimes, these hotels are excited to see a customer cancel their hotel reservations. This is because cancelation makes them extra money.

You never can tell when your nice gestures will save you, but hotel environments are one of those times. Aside from the fact that hotel staff is paid to ensure your comfort and relaxation, remember that they’re humans and are likely to make mistakes.

It’s no secret that it can be difficult to get good sleep in a hotel room. An unfamiliar environment, different bed, and noise you’re not used to can really throw you off. But the solution is simple: put a towel under the door to help keep some of that noise outside of your room.

One of the first things we notice in hotel rooms is the clean-looking carpets. Of course, they are always free of particles and visible dirt, but that is not a guarantee. Hotel carpets are never washed!

Of all the germy things to avoid in a hotel room, the hair dryer might not be the first one that comes to mind. However, as it turns out, these are the culprit of tons of germs and bacteria.

According to this hotel employee, not all guests are treated the same. He shared on Quora that almost no two guests actually pay the same amount for the same room and amenities.

We have heard more than one horror story about the things that guests leave behind in hotel rooms, but this hotel staff member found possibly the most surprising thing you could imagine while on the job.

Naturally, the cleaning staff cleans the sheets before your stay. But, you never really know what kinds of bacteria and germs lay underneath. If a hotel employee is encouraging you to bring one, you might want to listen…

‘Demagnetized’ because your key was kept close to your phone or other cards in your wallet is what the front desk mostly claims whenever you have keycard problems. However, your magnetic key error is most likely the receptionist’s fault.

When guests are unhappy, doing a lock interrogation can help out receptionists. For instance, if a guest thinks housekeeping skipped their room and it’s still a mess, the front desk can check exactly when the maid swiped in.

There has been lots of speculation on the internet about what the red solo cup under the toilet seat is for. Thankfully, a hotel staff member shared with us this little secret that we never knew.

You may have encountered online rumors that hotel mattresses are never washed, only flipped over. Unfortunately, this is sometimes true. If there’s a suspicious stain or someone pees the bed, the mattress may get flipped repeatedly.

Receptionists are more knowledgeable than you might imagine. They have access to a plethora of guests’ personal information, such as birthdate, address, credit card numbers, occupation preferences, and even allergies. How and why you may ask?

Safety is the most important thing about traveling, especially for anyone traveling solo. One hotel employee recommended this simple hack using a handtowel to make it impossible for anyone to pick your lock and will allow you to rest easily on your trip.

Now, we all know that hotel rooms are not the cleanest thing in the world. But, have you wondered what the least clean thing is in your hotel room? It might not be what you expect.

This one made our stomachs turn and we can only imagine the poor staff worker that had to come across this little surprise in the ice bucket. Not to mention, they found vomit in the bucket more than once!

One hotel staff member shared a little-known secret that is darker than most. They recommend you never stay above the fourth floor if you can help it. Of course, many hotels go up to an incredibly high number of floors and the top ones might have the best view, but at what cost?

While the ice bucket may not be the most cleanly, this genius hack will serve as a perfectly fine ice bucket for your stay. More than one hotel staff member has commented that they were impressed when they first came across this little trick.

The hotel concierge is there to help you, provide directions, and give recommendations for restaurants or activities. They are a helpful resource when you’re traveling and aren’t familiar with the area.

Guests worry about their belongings being tampered with, but hotel staff insists it’s a baseless fear. Surveillance footage rarely shows any unusual activity, and lost items are usually found after a thorough search.

In addition to the mold and bacteria that are prone to grow in the hotel coffee pots, it appears there is another thing to worry about when it comes to this particular appliance.

If you’ve ever stayed in a high rise hotel building, you may have noticed that many do not have a 13th floor. The elevator skips right from 12 to 14. You might have heard some rumors as to why this is the case.

We’re sure that hotel workers have seen their fair share of strange things in hotel rooms. But no one could possibly prepare themselves to find a pig in a room, let alone the bathtub!

If you thought that the curtains and duvets at your favorite hotel get cleaned frequently, you might be mistaken. According to a housekeeper, duvets are cleaned at least monthly, and the curtains are washed once every three weeks. Duvets are rarely washed between stays; it only happens when someone pees the bed.

Are you planning on enjoying the continental breakfast at your hotel? You should take a few tips from this hospitality worker who suggests avoiding certain items.

In the same way that most airlines overlook seats on the plane, hotels overlook rooms to their guests. The reason is plain and simple: It costs to have empty rooms. Hotel managers are actually encouraged to overbook to 110% capacity.

Most of us have probably forgotten our phone charger on vacation and it’s always a pain to have to go buy a new one. Interestingly, many hotels actually have you covered!

Contrary to popular belief, when you see a “no vacancy” sign at a hotel or the front desk manager says they have no vacancy, it doesn’t actually mean they have no rooms left!

A neatly made bed does not necessarily mean there aren’t dirty sheets underneath or bugs lurking around in the corners. Unfortunately, a survey from 2018 revealed that there are actually MORE cases of bed bug infestations in recent years as compared to 15 years before.

Housekeepers work hard cleaning up after us, but they’re not paid nearly enough for their tough physical work. So why not leave them a tip? According to housekeepers, the best place to leave the tip is under the pillow so that only they can find it.

When you leave the hotel room, we highly recommend that you keep your windows closed, especially if you live in a hot and humid area. This poor hotel staff member had the displeasure of walking into a horrifying scene.

It’s common for hotel staff to have extra duties, like receptionists preparing breakfast in the morning. Nonetheless, this can be a problem, as they may not be trained in proper food handling and hygiene. We could be taking a risk by eating food prepared by someone without kitchen experience.

Many of us are used to booking our hotel rooms via booking sites, and many receptionists confirmed many sites are scams. In addition, the famous sites take a huge commission of about 20%- 25% making it a struggle for the smaller hotels to make a substantial profit.

Hotel receptionists often suggest that booking rooms online are overrated. Online booking sites can limit flexibility and refunds, even if the hotel wants to help. Plus, these sites often charge extra and take a commission from the hotel.

Hotel receptionists say rewards programs are a must for frequent travelers staying ten nights or more per year. These programs are usually free and offer percent-based discounts on everything, including the bar and massages. Plus, members get priority service if anything goes wrong.

It’s no secret that reviews matter to businesses in the hospitality industry, whether it’s a hotel, restaurant, or bar. Hotel managers typically strive for perfect ten ratings; anything below an eight is seen as a failure. A single point can make a difference for a business, and hotel staff hopes guests will be fair when reviewing each department.

Hotel management takes reviews seriously because they can make or damage a hotel’s reputation. Reviews of employees mentioned are closely examined and might even result in disciplinary action.

Being a maid is tough work, with an endless to-do list and a ticking clock to finish everything before check-in. Once the beds are made and fresh towels are left out, the laundry pile grows, especially at large hotels.