We Asked Hotel Housekeeping Pros How to Be a Better Hotel Guest-Here's What They Said

"One of the most appreciated gestures is when guests gather their beachwear or damp towels and hang them on the provided facilities in the bathroom, balcony, or garden. This prevents humidity from spreading and helps make turndown services quicker."

"To assist our team in cleaning more efficiently, the guests could gather any used cups, empty bottles, or other waste and place them in the trash bin or neatly by the door. This helps minimize clutter and ensures a more thorough refresh of the room."

"Many travelers know to leave used towels in a pile on the bathroom floor or in the tub, and the Curtis team confirms that's the universal ready to wash signal. Placing used linens in a single area rather than around the room helps staff easily identify which items need washing."

Hotel housekeeping teams work behind the scenes to create comfortable guest experiences. Three housekeeping professionals shared preferences for guest behavior that improves their efficiency. Hanging damp swimsuits and beach towels on provided facilities prevents humidity spread and accelerates turndown services. Keeping personal items off vanities and desks simplifies sanitization and restocking. Gathering used cups, bottles, and waste in trash bins or by the door minimizes clutter. Consolidating used towels in a single bathroom location rather than scattered throughout the room helps staff quickly identify items needing washing. These simple gestures significantly reduce cleaning time and enable more thorough room refreshes.

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