Do you leave cash for housekeeping?

If you're staying somewhere where your room is cleaned daily, it's helpful to leave a little something each day since a different person may clean your room from one day to the next. Always tip in cash (no gift cards or homemade trinkets—that's just tacky) and leave your tip somewhere where it can be easily found.



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As you can see, there are several ways to tip hotel staff without cash, thanks to the convenience of digital transactions. Whether you choose to utilize mobile payment apps, add a tip to your hotel bill, purchase digital gift cards, or explore online tip jars, you can express your gratitude in a cashless manner.

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Best ways to tip your housekeeper There are some factors to consider if you want to leave an adequate gratuity. For how much to tip and when, leave a tip at the end of your stay that equates to an amount between $2-5 per day of your stay. So if they did an outstanding job and you stayed for five days, leave a $25 tip.

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When to tip your hotel room cleaners. Some travelers like to leave one tip for hotel housekeeping at the end of their stay. But most experts say it's better to leave a tip every day of your trip. “We recommend tipping nightly, as your room may be serviced by different people,” said Ten Eyck.

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You don't have to tip your hotel housekeeper, but these hardworking staff members are often forgotten when it comes to tipping, so the money can go a long way for them.

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According to the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), guests should tip housekeeping anywhere between $1 to $5 per night for a mid-range or business hotel. For luxury hotels where the staff offers daily cleaning services and nightly turndown services, guests should leave a little more.

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As with most forms of tipping, a hard-and-fast rule is hard to come by. The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) suggests leaving a $1-to-$5 tip per day for the housekeeping staff.

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The percentage of Americans who always tip hotel housekeepers is steadily declining, down to 23% this year from 28% in 2021, according to a recent Bankrate survey of more than 2,000 adults. Comparatively, 65% of Americans said they tip servers at sit-down restaurants.

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Are you supposed to leave money in hotel room? Most travel experts recommend storing at least some of your cash, a backup credit card, and your passport in a bag inside the hotel safe, but even those aren't 100% secure and the hotel usually can't be held liable for theft.

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It's a common question for travelers who want to maximize their time and privacy during their stay. If you're short on time, here's a quick answer to your question: Yes, you can usually stay in your room while housekeeping is cleaning. However, there are some exceptions and hotel policies that you should be aware of.

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Tip $1-5 per night. The tip should be left daily (preferably in an envelope or with a note so that it's clear it's for housekeeping). For special requests (like an extra blanket), tip $2 for one item, $1 for more. Tipping is not required for someone fixing something broken or bringing something missing.

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Pro tip: Tip everyone: While most travelers know to tip a bellman or valet, few leave anything for the front-desk agent—despite their enormous power to influence the quality of your stay. “The front desk isn't a tipped position, so when you do tip, it makes them beholden to you,” Tomsky said.

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Depending on the hotel, it might be possible to leave a tip with your credit card as you check out at the end of your stay, with requests for the money to be distributed to specific employees, including housekeeping.

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Room service: If the hotel hasn't already added a gratuity, tip this person the same way you would a server or bartender in the restaurant downstairs: 15% to 20%. Door staff: No need to tip for someone opening the door.

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