Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Leaving out the "do not disturb" sign during your entire stay does not make a housekeeper's job easier. Catherine McQueen via ...

We’ve all been there – standing in our hotel room wondering how much (and how often) to tip housekeeping. For many travelers, the unspoken rules around tipping the housekeeping staff at U.S. hotels ...

Tuck in your sheets with precision for a crisp, hotel-style bed that stays tidy all day. Use natural cleaners like baking soda to tackle stains while being gentle on the planet. Focus on high-traffic ...

If there was a world record for number of rooms cleaned in a lifetime, there’s no doubt a hotel housekeeper would hold the title. They can turn over rooms faster than most people can figure out where ...

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Darren Dowling's image of his tidied-up hotel room went viral on Facebook, leading to a debate over the responsibilities of guests. Darren Dowling/Facebook While most hotel guests rely on housekeeping ...

When it comes to hotel cleaning failures, the one Bill Mapp saw on a recent trip to Richmond, Virginia, is a standout. After checking in and getting settled at an all-suites property, Mapp, a ...

Being a hotel housekeeper is hard work. The job can involve long hours and intense physical exertion. Cleaning rooms in a timely manner demands an attention to detail and an ability to work under ...