Hotel worker reveals ‘red flag’ that suggests you shouldn’t stay

Looking at photos and reading reviews for hotels online are a few ways we can get a sense of what a property is like when deciding to book accommodation.
However, sometimes what you see isn’t always the full picture.
Now, a hotel worker has shared a “red flag” that is relatively simple to spot on arrival, and suggests it’s a sign you should be finding somewhere else to stay.
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Santiago Leon, the general manager at The Robey, shared some advice with Business Insider around what to look for when checking into a hotel.
“A simple but telling red flag is when light bulbs are not working in the common areas,” he told the publication.
“As minuscule as it may sound, I think it speaks volumes about how well the hotel is maintained, its budget, management, and attention to detail.”
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He also warned guests to be wary if the hotel doesn’t ask for ID, and if pre-arrival communication or assistance with any inquiries is also lacklustre, it’s another minus.
“Safety has to be a top priority for hotels,” he added.
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It comes after another hotel worker revealed the biggest ‘no-nos’ she sees guests do regularly.
“I work a front desk at a hotel and I’m going to read off a list of things you should not do as someone who is coming to visit a hotel,” she began a clip shared on TikTok.
Her number one “guest no-no” is turning up late. She also warned guests to consider their manners and behaviour when at a hotel.
Don’t “get mad at employees who are just doing their jobs,” she cautioned, also warning people to avoid bringing their kids to the hotel bar.
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