This Public Database Tracks Bed Bug Activity in Hotels Across the U.S.-What Travelers Need to Know

"The Bed Bug Registry is a free, user-generated resource where people can view or submit reports of bed bugs at specific properties. It was originally established to help travelers and renters identify places with known issues before they arrive, reducing the chance of staying in an infested room. Although the original registry site is inactive, a related resource, Bed Bug Reports, is the most up-to-date version of the database and lists recent bed bug reports."

"Once you arrive at your hotel, take a few minutes to inspect your room before settling in. Look for common signs of bed bugs on the mattress, box spring, headboard, and furniture, including bloodstains, droppings, or live insects. Keep luggage elevated on a rack instead of placing it on the bed or upholstered furniture. If you notice any signs, notify hotel staff immediately and consider changing accommodations."

Orkin maintains a user-submitted Bed Bug Registry and a current site called Bed Bug Reports that list reported bed bug activity in U.S. and Canadian accommodations. The registry is free and allows people to view or submit reports, helping travelers and renters identify places with known issues before arrival. The registry supplements but does not replace official inspections or guarantee a bed-bug-free room. Bed bugs can infest any hotel regardless of cleanliness. Recommended precautions include researching reports, using plastic bags or luggage liners, inspecting mattresses and furniture for bloodstains or droppings, keeping luggage on racks, and notifying staff if signs appear.

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