17 Weird Hotel Habits That Would Be Totally Awkward at Home

Staying at a hotel offers a unique experience, often prompting us to behave differently than we would at home. We often find ourselves chatting with strangers, changing our plans on a whim, and just living in the moment. But when it comes to the hotel room itself, there are certain things we do that we’d never do at home. Here are a few of those habits we all tend to have when staying at a hotel.

Raiding The Minibar

Why do we even do this? So many people out there feel the urge to eat and drink everything their minibar has to offer as soon as they enter their room and then regret it once they see their bill. Remember that these items can be incredibly pricey, so stay away from them unless you have unlimited money.

Do Not Disturb Sign

Why do we only use ‘please don’t disturb’ signs in hotels? Wouldn’t it be great to have them in your house, too? Especially if you are living with housemates, this could be a polite way to let them know that you need some solo time. Consider buying one or making your own!

Locking Ourselves Out

Okay, it happened to all of us back home at least once, but when it comes to hotels, the chances of locking yourself outside your room are suddenly multiplied. This is because back home, you probably have a ritual of checking whether you have your wallet and key before going out.

Relaxing All The Time

Of course, some people relax at home, too, but how often? Chances are you haven’t fully relaxed for quite some time. On the other hand, as soon as we get in our hotel room, we feel the right to be completely unproductive: watching TV, having a hot bath, calling our friends… Just remember it’s okay to do these things at home, too.

Using All The Toiletries

How can you resist those cute little bottles filled with shampoo, conditioner, and face cream? It’s impossible! Some people even decide to take all of the ones they didn’t use at the hotel and keep using them even after their trip. If you’re among them, you probably have a great collection at home by now.

Using Multiple Towels

Hotels give you a ton of fluffy towels, so it’s easy to grab a fresh one every time – hand towel, face towel, and whatnot. At home, you’d probably think twice about it to avoid doing extra laundry. In a hotel, you can indulge without worrying about washing and folding them later.

Leaving Dirty Dishes Out

In hotels, you can just leave your room service trays and dirty dishes for pickup. At home, you’d have to clean up immediately and put everything away yourself. In a hotel, it feels like a luxury to just leave it there and let someone else take care of the mess once in a while.

Eating In Bed

Another common thing we do in hotels is having breakfast in bed. Nothing is better than waking up, ordering room service, and enjoying a crunchy croissant with a hot cappuccino while in bed. Again, you can easily do this at home, too! It could be a great idea to surprise your partner.

Taking Pictures Of The Toilet

If you grew up in the pre-social media era, you probably have plenty of analog pictures of random toilets. Why did we feel the need to take a picture of our hotel room’s bathroom to show our relatives and friends? Is it for showing off? This will remain a mystery for years to come.

Watching Cable Tv

Not everyone is willing to pay for cable TV monthly. If you’re among the ones who don’t, you’ve probably spent hours constantly changing channels to find something you enjoyed and then plenty of extra time watching it. It’s just a great feeling to watch something you really like without paying for it.

Inspecting The Sheets

If you ever had to deal with bed bugs, you surely do this before sleeping in any hotel. These tiny animals bite humans at night, ruining your whole hotel experience. Whether you’ve met them or not, checking your hotel sheet before sleeping is always a great idea to avoid any issues later.

Running Up Hotels’ Utility Bills

Why limit your shower when you’re not the one paying the bill? Plenty of people will claim that it’s important to limit our water usage regardless of where we are, but let’s be honest. We often end up overusing the shower whenever we’re on a trip. And who can say no to those amazing shower heads with customized settings to reduce your stress?

Leaving A Mess

Despite being an extremely rude act, if you talk to a hotel worker for a few minutes, you will soon learn this is not so rare. Many guests treat their hotel room as a party venue, leaving a massive mess behind them. Don’t be among them. Make sure to leave everything tidy.

Jumping On The Bed

Most of us leave bed-jumping behind in childhood, but there’s something about a plush hotel bed that brings out the kid in everyone. It’s a fun, spontaneous act that just feels right in a new environment. At home, it might seem silly or even unsafe. In a hotel, it’s just part of the fun.

Cleaning Inspections

Are you one of those people who checks every corner of your room to make sure there is not a single grain of dust? Of course, your room needs to be clean, but make sure to also relax. A bit of dirt is not going to ruin your experience, so stop inspecting every inch of your room.

Overusing the Air Conditioning

In hotels, we tend to use air conditioning on full without even thinking, enjoying the cool breeze all the time on a hot day. At home, we are mindful of using the air conditioning to save energy and avoid paying hefty bills. It, indeed, feels like a luxury to have it in hotels.

Using the Bathrobe and Slippers

Wearing that soft bathrobe and comfy slippers feels extra fancy when you’re staying at a hotel. Most of us don’t even do any of this at home. But when you’re on a vacation, it somehow becomes a must-do to match the whole “hotel vibe”. This simple thing is considered a luxury for some who rarely get any day off.