- 1). TIP ACCORDING TO GENERAL HOTEL STATUS -
This means tip based on the price range of your hotel. If you are staying at your local motel you can expect to tip your maid between $1 and $2 a night. If you have managed to land a room at the hottest four star place in town, expect to tip your maid up to $5 or $7 a night. Typically you leave a tip after each night, but it is up to you if you'd like to leave a larger tip at the end of the stay. Be sure to specify the tip to go to all maid staff, as each day may bring a different housekeeper. - 2). DON'T TIP YOUR MAID IF YOU AREN'T SATISFIED -
Do not feel obligated to tip your housekeeper or maid if their service is less than satisfactory. Is your bed in shambles despite having been 'made'? Not enough towels despite repeated requests? No shampoo or tumbler refills? These are all standard procedures and if you are not happy with your service do not leave a tip. - 3). LABEL YOUR TIP, BE SPECIFIC -
Hotel staff are very cautious about what they perceive as a tip. Many hotel-stayers leave money and spare change out without the intention of leaving it as a tip. Hotel staff are warned against taking anything without knowledge it was left out specifically for them. Be sure to either seal your tips in an envelope or wrapped in paper with the words "Housekeeping" or "Maid" on it. - 4). UNDERSTAND YOUR HOTEL TIPPING POLICY -
Some hotels actually include gratuity into your bill so be sure to either ask about this policy or read up on it yourself. This gratuity typically includes basic tipping for the cleaning of the room. Extra services like cleaning spills or extra supplies may not be included and may require tipping above and beyond, depending on quality.
If you leave a tip without labeling who it goes to, it may be divided between all service people of the hotel. If you want it to go directly to your maid, label the tip appropriately. - 5). LEAVE A SIMPLE NOTE -
Some services don't require an actual monetary tip but may qualify for a nice thank you note or card. If you have tipped your staff adequately on previous occasions, there is nothing wrong with simply writing 'thank you' or 'much appreciated' on a little piece of paper by the bed. A simple note may get you an extra towel or pillow or candy the next time around. Service greatly improves with appreciation and gratitude.
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