Hotel Hacks You Need to Know

Think of anyone who isn't in for an insider scoop on how to make staying at a hotel easier for them. Can't do it? Well, that's because everyone is into little tips and tricks to make their lives easier especially when you're living out of a suitcase.

Here are some of Kosher Riverboat Cruises expert hacks for the frequent traveler:

 

Request for a Corner Room

We don't always have the budget for a penthouse suite, but there is a way around getting the most out of the standard rooms that you paid for, and that's asking for the corner room. The odds of you getting an upgrade without it being so in-your-face get higher, and corner rooms usually have more space.

Book Directly on the Hotel Website

You save a ton of money by making a direct booking with the hotel. Notice that doing it on booking websites cost around 20 to 30 percent more? Well, that's because they earn on a commission basis, and to make up for the loss in profit, hotels have to up their prices on third party booking providers. The next time you're booking a hotel, don't be fooled by the pop-up with that screams 75% off.

Choose the Same Hotel

If you travel to the same place frequently, it's better to book the same hotel over and over again. You'll soon become a household name. For sure, there will be some upgrades coming your way. Think of it as a loyalty award but with a Jacuzzi in your bathroom.

Tip the Housekeeping Staff

When tipping the housekeepers, place the money under a pillowcase with a note attached to it. Otherwise, they'll think you accidentally left your money behind. This is a dying practice; it's about time we bring it back. Cleaning up after guests isn't easy, and they do it round the clock.

Take Advantage of the Buffet Breakfast

Ordering a continental breakfast sounds fancy, but in truth, the ingredients used are a day away from going bad. You'll get your money's worth out of the breakfast buffet which usually comes free with the room you booked, and paying a few extra dollars for the buffet to accommodate more guests is still cheaper than getting a stale continental breakfast.

Don't Touch Anything in the Bar Fridge

Hotels are catching up; there's no escape from the soda can that your children snuck out of the fridge in the middle of a midnight snack. They come with sensors now, as soon as the sensor detects that an object was touched, it's charged straight to your hotel room.

It's so much cheaper to buy drinks at a grocery or convenience store; there's no need to open the fridge unless you want to keep ice in it.

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