Hidden Hotel Secrets: Confessions Of Housekeeping Staff

A Little Extra Cash Is Always Nice

Nothing makes the housekeeping staff happier than receiving some extra tips to take home in addition to their meager paychecks. One employee at a five-star resort in Orlando told trivago.com, “it is a huge struggle and more so if you have a family. It is almost impossible, similar to what you would earn at a fast-food restaurant. That’s why tipping is important for us.”

One way that housekeepers supplement their income is through the generosity of their guests. Being a housekeeper at a hotel can be a hard job, and every bit of money that they take in can help. Those bed pat-downs and quick cleanups are well worth the effort if they’re rewarded with tips from generous guests.

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