What does it mean when you ask for an extra pillow in a hotel?

TIL: at many hotels, asking the concierge for an extra pillow is actually coded talk for ordering a prostitute.



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Hotel pillow fill varies, with some using real feathers and/or down and others using polyester or microfiber down alternative. Any type of high-quality material can make a pillow feel luxurious and supportive.

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The best thing to do is to ask the front desk before requesting. Most 4–5 star hotel do not charge for the extra pillow and blanket. Especially international chain of hotels.

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Do you tip for extra pillows? If you have additional items delivered to your room, such as extra pillows, hangers, luggage racks, tip the person who brings them $2 or $3. Concierge: Tipping is never expected, but always appreciated. The more difficult the request, the higher the tip.

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Inventory Tracking. Hotels often keep meticulous records of the items in each room. This includes details such as the number of pillows, blankets, and other amenities. These inventories help hotels ensure that everything is accounted for and in good condition for the next guest.

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Hugging a pillow can offer similar benefits for both children and adults. Embracing the pillow offers that same sense of safety, familiarity, and emotional support. Hugging a pillow during sleep as an adult is a physical reminder of the warmth and comfort experienced in childhood.

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Typically, your hotel bed will be equipped with two to four down pillows and two fibre-filled pillows for plenty of options. This is complemented by two body or reading pillows. But it doesn't stop there. Hotel pillows are wider, with 90cm or even 100 cm being the standard.

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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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Most hotels' luxury pillows are filled with 100% goose down.
  • Moldable/Malleable – A down pillow tends to hold its shape well, offering good support for your head and neck.
  • Light and Cuddly – Down pillows are very light (heavy feathers don't work very well for flying after all!) and soft.


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While some airlines allow you to bring a pillow on the plane free of charge, others charge a fee for this additional luggage add-on.

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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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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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