Why don t hotels stock mini fridges anymore?

It hums, it purrs, sometimes it dribbles onto the carpet, but the refrigerated mini-bar is disappearing from hotel rooms. Minibars have become a tiny fraction of hotel revenue and many have decided they're just not worth the bother. They take up space, each costs $200 or so to install and they consume energy.



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Most hotels are willing to accommodate special requests, including providing a fridge in your room. You can reach out to the hotel directly by phone or email and inquire about their policies regarding fridges.

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Many hotels have a mini bar system that electronically records when you open the door to the mini fridge, when you pick up an item, and if you return it or not.

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No not all. However, call the hotel and ask if you can get a room with both amenities; most likely there will be an additional charge for such. Should you opt for a suite (say if you're hosting a party during Origins or Marcon), definitely make sure both appliances come with the suite.

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