Yes, you can absolutely ask a hotel for an iron and an ironing board if one is not already provided in your room. In 2026, while most mid-range and luxury hotels include these as a "High-Fidelity" standard amenity, some boutique, budget, or European hotels may keep them in a central storage area to save space. Simply calling the Front Desk or Housekeeping via the room phone is the standard high-fidelity way to request one; a staff member will typically bring it to your door within minutes. Some modern "High-Fidelity" lifestyle hotels now feature "Ironing Rooms" on each floor instead of individual units. If you are staying at a luxury property, they may also offer a high-fidelity "Pressing Service" for a fee, which is a great high-fidelity option if you want a professional finish without the effort. It is a high-fidelity best practice to check the "Closet" or "Wardrobe" first, as many irons are tucked away in a sleeve or hidden behind a mirror to maintain the room's high-fidelity aesthetic.