Do you tip at a five star hotel?

The average suggested tip amount is $2-3 per day and up to $5 per day if you're staying at a 4 or 5-star hotel. It's fair to take into consideration how much mess you leave for housekeeping to deal with. Did your kids spill something on the couch or make a mess that will take extra time to clean up?



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Yes, it is customary to leave a tip in your hotel room in the United States before you check out. The amount you should leave should vary depending on the quality of service you receive. Generally speaking, if the housekeeping staff does an excellent job, then you should consider leaving a $2 - $5 per night tip.

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Tipping in hotels, guesthouses, and B&Bs in the UK is a kind gesture. Tips are not expected but are greatly appreciated. The most commonly tipped employees are the porters and chambermaids, although in anything less than a 4-star hotel it is rarely common.

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In resort restaurants, tipping approximately $2 to $3 per person is acceptable. In higher-end restaurants, plan on a $5 tip at a minimum. Tip the bartender and pool staff $2 to $3 per interaction and the concierge $5 for services. Tipping shuttle drivers is also customary.

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Housekeepers are not usually tipped, but you can leave some pounds in the room before you check out. Valet parking services are uncommon in the U.K. and since there's usually a charge, tipping is unnecessary.

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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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How to Tip During Your Stay. There are different ways to tip hotel housekeeping during your stay. You can leave cash in an envelope with a note that says “Thank you” or “Housekeeping” on the nightstand or desk. Alternatively, you can hand the tip directly to the housekeeper and thank them for their hard work.

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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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Recommended tip for room service: 15 to 20% of your total food bill.

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“It is not customary to tip at a continental breakfast that is served buffet-style,” Bergen says. “It is customary and appreciated to tip during breakfast when there is a server who takes your order or serves coffee and juice.”

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Unless the waiter or porter is laying the table and setting the dishes out for you, you don't have to tip for room service. In mid-range and chain hotels, you can simply take the tray and say thank you. In 5-star hotels, though, guests often hand over one or two pounds at the door.

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Tipping for room service is expected in destinations where tipping is customary and when a room service charge has not already been added to the bill.

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A hotel may automatically add gratuity to room service (but it's best to double-check). Otherwise, 18% to 20% should suffice. Tipping housekeeping may not be the norm, but it is nice to leave a small gratuity, especially if you leave a big mess or call for extra towels. Anywhere from $3 to $7 daily works, Osten says.

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Several mobile payment apps are widely used for tipping hotel staff. One of the most popular options is Venmo, which allows you to send money to individuals easily. Another popular app is PayPal, which offers a range of payment options and is widely accepted.

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