Why is it necessary to knock 3 times and announce yourself before entering a guest room?

This superstition of knocking three times is an integral part of the Chinese culture and it is done out of respect for spirits that may be inside the room. The knocks are supposed to inform them of your arrival and to respectfully ask them to leave the room, while you occupy it for the duration of your stay.



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SOP for Entering the Guest Room Knock the door with knuckles and announce in pleasant voice, “Housekeeping…”. Wait for five seconds to hear the guest's response. In case of no response, announce the same again. In there is no answer second time too, open the door with the key.

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Ever wonder why you've never stayed in a hotel room on the 13th floor? The answer is simple: The floor doesn't exist. It all comes down to triskaidekaphobia, or the fear of the number 13.

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