How To Make the Most Of Your Hotel Stay

Get a recently renovated room. Large hotels are always in the process of renovating rooms, a few at a time. Getting a room that was just remodeled could mean you get newer accommodations that are more stylish and more comfortable.

Get a room on the top floor so you don’t have worry about noise from above. It’ll also have the best view, and the ceiling might be higher as well.

Request a fresh bedspread as soon as you arrive; most hotels don’t wash them at the end of every stay. Make sure to travel with antibacterial wipes and clean items that never, or rarely get sanitized like remotes, telephones, and clock radios.

Make your own mini-bar. Bring mixed nuts, chocolate bars, mini bottles of liquor, and a few bags of chips so you won’t be tempted to pay outrageous hotel mini-bar fees. Not only will you be saving money, but your stash of goodies will be stocked exclusively with the treats you love.

Create a cozier environment with soft indirect lighting using in-line dimmers. Plug the lamps into a dimmer, and the dimmer into the wall; then use the slider to adjust the lights to your taste.

Tip the valet, doorman, bellhop, waiters, and housekeeping daily to get the highest level of service. Who knows, once word of your generosity gets around to the management, you may even get that killer room upgrade at no extra cost!