Simple Tricks To Get The Most Out Of Your Hotel Stay
From the Motel 6 to The Plaza, hotels never quite feel like home. Whether it's the lack of privacy, the bare bones amenities, or the price hike of a bottle of water, hotel life can make anyone want to click their heels three times and wish for home. But before you leave a stress-induced, 2-star review, learn how the most frequent jet-setters turn hotel rooms into cozy catered-to-you crash pads. With a bit of ingenuity and some front desk finagling, you can turn your stay into a truly restful relaxing vacation.
DIY Blackout Curtains
Still awake? That sliver of sunshine peeking through the curtains can wreck your easily disturbed eyes, so check the closet for hangers with clips. They work wonders for turning your room into that pitch black cave you crave.
Extra USB Spot
Sharing the outlets in a close-quarters hotel room can turn a family vacation sour. Keep in mind the extra USB port on the back of most hotel TVs, and charge your phone so you have something to do during a tension-filled family meal.
Cook In Room
Every basic hotel room setup has the tools to whip up a meal. Ramen noodles or boiled eggs are the go-to, easily cooked in the room's kettle or coffee pot. The bolder chef may tackle a grilled cheese, pressed via iron.
Call Front Desk
With oodles of comparison sites claiming to get the best bargain, customers miss out on direct, from-the-source deals. You can book online, but by calling you can ask if the hotel can do better than the online prices.
