Hotel Etiquette – How to Make Friends (not Assholes)

My Midwestern roots make me sensitive to politeness. This is a disease. It is well known that when people sleep I take my backpack to the hallway, so I won’t bother anyone.

There are many unwritten rules for hotel etiquette and after spending a few weeks in the hotel you will start picking up the little annoying/rude things people do. I think most “violations” come down to having no hotel life experience, but every hotel should be aware of some cardinal rules.

Unwritten rules of dormitory life

It’s an unwritten rule for savvy backpackers to be a good hotel goer.

Clean your own dishes

The hotel with kitchen is great, but many people just put dirty dishes in the sink. This is not very cool. Even if you only use the cup – wash. It only takes 2 minutes, so there is no excuse.

Package early

When I had to check out early, I always had everything ready and shower the night before. I made sure everything was packed and the next day I set up my clothes. The next morning, I put on my clothes and hid my pajamas, and I left the room within 5 minutes. I will try to keep it as quiet as possible. This concept is lost in many people. There aren’t many things that are more annoying than someone packing everything loudly at 5 a.m.

The next morning, I put on my clothes and hid my pajamas, and I left the room within 5 minutes. I will try to keep it as quiet as possible. This concept is lost in many people. There aren’t many things that are more annoying than someone packing everything loudly at 5 a.m.

Keep the lights when you’re late

There is a jerk in every hotel, who breaks into the room and flips the lights at 3 a.m. Most rooms are not black so it takes only 30 seconds to get your eyes to adjust to the light before finding the bed. Or use a keychain flashlight or a light in your phone.

There is no party in the dormitory

The dormitory is not suitable for drinking games, but for sleeping. Almost every hotel has room for partying. Stay there.

Everything is fair after 8 a.m.

Article 37 of the Geneva Convention – If it is after 8am, you will not be angry with the person who packs/prepares the day. In our humble opinion, after 8 a.m., people are free to do everything they want, so don’t bother with a hangover. There is no sleeping thing when you are in the hotel.

Plastic bags are terrible

For some reason, the sound of plastic bags is about 100 times higher than around 1 a.m. Every wrinkle reaches your brain. Unfortunately, many people pack all their garbage in various plastic bags. Please keep the plastic bags used during the day.

Try s

If you play S, just sleep next to you. Tell your roommate that if you start hitting S and they hit you with a pillow, that’s cool. If you are a crazy loud shouting person, get your own room.

Don’t want a pig

The radiator is a great place to dry towels/wet clothes, but try not to pig all day long. Instead, when you want to use a heater, don’t just throw people’s towels onto the floor, fold them neatly and place them somewhere.

Keep nighttime whispering at least

Whispering late at night is no better than talking ordinary. This is not the time to have in-depth philosophical discussions.

Alarm clock

Most people use their phones as an alarm clock. This is not a problem. But please don’t hide your phone somewhere deep in your bag, as it’s really annoying to crawl for 5 minutes when the alarm sounds. Make sure to place your phone in an accessible location. Related instructions: Sleeping is prohibited.

A loud drunk

It’s OK to get drunk, but talk loudly in the bar.

Don’t be in the bathroom

Go in and go out. Enough to say.

Don’t eat other people’s food

Just because there is something in the refrigerator doesn’t mean anyone can eat it. Stealing other people’s wine is a big taboo.

Dirty clothes

I really don’t have any problem with the laundry problem in my room, but limit it to your bed. I really don’t want to deal with your dirty socks, hanging from the bathroom and sink.

Don’t be limited to the team

Traveling with friends can be great, but talk to others. Make solo travelers feel welcome. I know from experience that it is frustrating to walk into a dorm room and find a group of partners who completely ignore your existence.

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How to Become a Hotel Hero

OK, negative enough. Let’s talk about how to make friends while staying in a hotel.

Talk to the solo traveler

If you are traveling in groups, you should do your best to talk to the solo traveler. As a solo person, I always liked it when the group tried to include me because it might talk to a group of mature friends, which can be daunting.

Try to introduce yourself

One of the best ways to meet people is to simply introduce yourself. I know it sounds simple, but it’s something I know I do.

get off

Put down your phone and connect with your traveler.

Buy (cheap) beer

If you give them free beer, everyone loves you. That’s why I buy cheap beer and distribute it at dinner time. This is the best 10 euros you can spend.

Organize a meal

If your hotel has a kitchen where you can cook, then you should try organizing a meal. Let everyone throw some money and make a big meal. Even something as simple as pasta is a great choice.

With electric strip

Hotels never seem to have enough power sources – especially since everyone has a lot of electronics to travel. Pack A. Travel power strip You will become a hero. this Power supply using USB port Extra good.