How Much to Tip Hotel Housekeeping (2025 Guide)
Quick Answer:
Tip hotel housekeeping $2-$5 per night, leaving the tip daily on the pillow or desk with a note. For luxury hotels, tip $5-$10 per night.
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Standard Housekeeping Tipping Rates
Housekeeping tips depend on the hotel type:
- Budget hotels: $2-$3 per night
- Mid-range hotels: $3-$5 per night
- Luxury hotels/resorts: $5-$10 per night
- Suites or larger rooms: $5-$10 per night
How to Leave Tips for Housekeeping
Best practices for tipping housekeeping:
- Leave tips daily, not just at checkout (different staff may clean each day)
- Place cash in a visible location like the pillow or desk
- Include a note saying "Thank you" or "For Housekeeping"
- Leave the tip before housekeeping arrives (morning is best)
When to Tip More
Consider extra tips for:
- Extra messy rooms or special cleaning requests
- Traveling with children who create more mess
- Extended stays at the same hotel
- Holiday stays when staff work special hours
- Exceptional service or special requests fulfilled