Is it OK to take bathrobe from hotel?

We know it's tempting, but stealing a hotel robe is considered theft of property. While most hotels won't do more than charge your credit card for the missing item, it's best practice to ask the concierge if you can purchase the robe first. In some cases, they may even have a brand-new robe you can take home.



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Anything that's complimentary is free for you to snag. This includes the mini bottles of shampoo, conditioner, body lotion, coffee, packets of creamer and sugar, and other bathroom amenities. The slippers will get thrown away after you leave, so it's fine if you want to pack them away for later use.

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There are hotels that may offer complimentary items including robes. Technically yes. But most of the time they will simply charge you for the robe to the credit card on file. Depending on the hotel and your membership status, if you ask the manager for one they will give it to you.

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They provide classy touches that make you appreciate a hotel room, even more, making it seem more than just a place to rest your head. So by offering your customers a complimentary robe, they will fall in love with your hotel even quicker, able to feel at home wrapped in the embrace of a cosy bathrobe.

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Bathrobes Many hotels offer bathrobes for guest use during their stay, so packing one is often unnecessary. But even if your hotel doesn't offer this perk, a bathrobe will take up half your suitcase; it's not worth it. Pack some comfy PJs instead.

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If you take something from your hotel room, you can expect an extra charge on your bill. Robes and towels are so commonly stolen that many hotels now list the charge right on the hanger; they will automatically bill the credit card they have on file for the extra cost of replacing these items.

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Hotel etiquette is the set of rules to stay at a hotel. It includes the proper way to book, check-in, check out, and the appropriate behavior. As a guest, know hotel etiquette rules to avoid any embarrassment. As a host, hotel etiquette helps you manage your guests' expectations.

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Even if the hotel knows which guest the item belongs to, they won't likely call to notify the guest about the lost items. Why wouldn't they call? They want to maintain their guest's privacy.

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You should behave in the same manner as if you were [a] guest in someone's house, she explained. Be delicate. Flush your toilet, clean up after yourself and don't leave broken glass all over the floor. But showing basic courtesy doesn't necessarily mean that you should remake your bed and scrub the bathroom floor.

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If you do take a hotel robe, you could be charged for it. Many hotels keep track of the items in their rooms, and if a robe is missing, they may assume that you took it and charge you for it. This could lead to an unpleasant surprise on your bill when you check out.

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We're not recommending you actually steal from a hotel, mind you. Another member of hotel management, named Baijnath Pandey, said: “There's hardly any way the hotels can find out if a guest has packed a towel or some small pillow, however, as a deterrent measure, hotels have their logo or name weaved in the towel.”

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What You Cannot Take From a Hotel Room. Guests often take towels, irons, hairdryers, pillows, and blankets, according to the housekeeping department at Hilton Kingston. Cable boxes, clock radios, paintings, ashtrays, light bulbs, TV remote controls—even the Bible—are commonly stolen as well.

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Hotels typically keep records of guests for a period of time that is determined by the individual hotel's policies. Generally, hotels will keep records for at least one year after a guest has checked out.

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Razor and shaving cream Just like the toothbrush and toothpaste, these aren't in the room, but they're available for free at most hotels. Not only is it easier to ask the hotel for these items than it is to pack them, you can take the free toiletries home with you.

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