For many of us, long-term or luxury hotel stays are a rare treat—but even if you're only away from home for a weekend or a few days, it can be hard to keep from wanting to take home something as a lasting memory, whether it's a keepsake or just an item of practical comfort.

This decision may not always please the hotel or its other guests—which is why British etiquette coach William Hanson has provided a useful guideline as to exactly what and what not you should be taking home for your next stay!

In a video posted on social media, Hanson, who directs etiquette training firm The English Manner and co-hosts the comedy podcast 'Help, I Sexted My Boss', sets out the clear boundaries.

Thinking of getting some of the hotel’s items? British etiquette coach William Hanson has some advice! Image: TikTok / @williamhansonetiquette

The first item on the list will likely cause a shock to many, as Hanson insists it is actually fine for guests to take home the hotel slippers saying, ‘Indeed, these say “love me, use me, take me home.” Words to live by.’

The second item Hanson confirms is okay to take is any small product provided for personal care.

‘Basically anything small like the dental kit, the shaving kit, any miniatures of shampoo or body wash, that’s absolutely fine,’ he said.

However, there are certain items that you should NOT take home from your hotel: mugs, cups and saucers, glasses, pillows and robes. Hanson said: ‘Please leave it in the room because stealing is not good etiquette.’

For some online users, other rules applied.

A commenter reasoned that, ‘Anything that they would have to replace for the next guest anyway, that’s my rule. Did I drink all this tea? No, but I could have.’ More than one person said that anything not nailed to room walls was fair game.

‘I take anything I can fit in the suitcase to be honest. I feel like I’ve already paid for it,’ said another.

Others also shared the odd items they’ve heard taken from hotel rooms.

‘I used to work in a hotel and some people even took light bulbs,’ one user said.

Another user who claimed to be a hotel worker shared: ‘Once someone just walked past the reception with one of our TVs in an IKEA-bag and no one noticed.’

‘First time I went with my friend to Vegas she took towels, robes… tried to take pillows and a vase. I never went with her anywhere again. Embarrassing,’ said a third.

You can watch Coach Hanson’s full video below:

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Key Takeaways

• British etiquette coach William Hanson has shared what he believes is acceptable to take home from a hotel room.
• Hanson confirmed it is fine to take home hotel slippers, dental kits, shaving kits and miniatures of shampoo or body wash.
• Items such as mugs, cups and saucers, glasses, pillows, and robes should be left in the room, according to Hanson.
• The etiquette expert's advice received mixed responses on social media, with some people sharing their own rules on what can be taken from a hotel room.

What are your thoughts on this exciting revelation, members? Do you plan on taking any items with you when you next leave a hotel? Or are you strictly a 'take nothing and leave no trace' kind of traveller? Let us know in the comments below!

 

[Littleboy8]

For many of us, long-term or luxury hotel stays are a rare treat—but even if you're only away from home for a weekend or a few days, it can be hard to keep from wanting to take home something as a lasting memory, whether it's a keepsake or just an item of practical comfort.

This decision may not always please the hotel or its other guests—which is why British etiquette coach William Hanson has provided a useful guideline as to exactly what and what not you should be taking home for your next stay!

In a video posted on social media, Hanson, who directs etiquette training firm The English Manner and co-hosts the comedy podcast 'Help, I Sexted My Boss', sets out the clear boundaries.

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Thinking of getting some of the hotel’s items? British etiquette coach William Hanson has some advice! Image: TikTok / @williamhansonetiquette

The first item on the list will likely cause a shock to many, as Hanson insists it is actually fine for guests to take home the hotel slippers saying, ‘Indeed, these say “love me, use me, take me home.” Words to live by.’

The second item Hanson confirms is okay to take is any small product provided for personal care.

‘Basically anything small like the dental kit, the shaving kit, any miniatures of shampoo or body wash, that’s absolutely fine,’ he said.

However, there are certain items that you should NOT take home from your hotel: mugs, cups and saucers, glasses, pillows and robes. Hanson said: ‘Please leave it in the room because stealing is not good etiquette.’

For some online users, other rules applied.

A commenter reasoned that, ‘Anything that they would have to replace for the next guest anyway, that’s my rule. Did I drink all this tea? No, but I could have.’ More than one person said that anything not nailed to room walls was fair game.

‘I take anything I can fit in the suitcase to be honest. I feel like I’ve already paid for it,’ said another.

Others also shared the odd items they’ve heard taken from hotel rooms.

‘I used to work in a hotel and some people even took light bulbs,’ one user said.

Another user who claimed to be a hotel worker shared: ‘Once someone just walked past the reception with one of our TVs in an IKEA-bag and no one noticed.’

‘First time I went with my friend to Vegas she took towels, robes… tried to take pillows and a vase. I never went with her anywhere again. Embarrassing,’ said a third.

You can watch Coach Hanson’s full video below:

​

Key Takeaways

• British etiquette coach William Hanson has shared what he believes is acceptable to take home from a hotel room.
• Hanson confirmed it is fine to take home hotel slippers, dental kits, shaving kits and miniatures of shampoo or body wash.
• Items such as mugs, cups and saucers, glasses, pillows, and robes should be left in the room, according to Hanson.
• The etiquette expert's advice received mixed responses on social media, with some people sharing their own rules on what can be taken from a hotel room.

What are your thoughts on this exciting revelation, members? Do you plan on taking any items with you when you next leave a hotel? Or are you strictly a 'take nothing and leave no trace' kind of traveller? Let us know in the comments below!

When I owned a B.B. in tassie if it wasn’t nailed down it was gone with the wind. Usually by people who gave false addresses and phone no’s so no comeback.even lamps and lightbulbs and batteries out of remote controls.some people don’t give a shit.

 

[Knell]

Can't think of anything I want to take from the hotel except for the chocolates they leave on your pillow (if you're lucky)

 

[Littleboy8]

Can't think of anything I want to take from the hotel except for the chocolates they leave on your pillow (if you're lucky)

Oh yeah I forgot the pillows

 

[Knell]

Oh My! Yes, it brings out the worst in people. As if anyone thinks the dressing robes provided are for taking??? But they do take them...plausible deniability??

 

[Littleboy8]

Oh My! Yes, it brings out the worst in people. As if anyone thinks the dressing robes provided are for taking??? But they do take them...plausible deniability??

Oh also about the pillows they always leave there grotty ones behind in place. I was so glad to sell up and get out like most of my colleagues did.

 

[Jest]

For many of us, long-term or luxury hotel stays are a rare treat—but even if you're only away from home for a weekend or a few days, it can be hard to keep from wanting to take home something as a lasting memory, whether it's a keepsake or just an item of practical comfort.

This decision may not always please the hotel or its other guests—which is why British etiquette coach William Hanson has provided a useful guideline as to exactly what and what not you should be taking home for your next stay!

In a video posted on social media, Hanson, who directs etiquette training firm The English Manner and co-hosts the comedy podcast 'Help, I Sexted My Boss', sets out the clear boundaries.

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Thinking of getting some of the hotel’s items? British etiquette coach William Hanson has some advice! Image: TikTok / @williamhansonetiquette

The first item on the list will likely cause a shock to many, as Hanson insists it is actually fine for guests to take home the hotel slippers saying, ‘Indeed, these say “love me, use me, take me home.” Words to live by.’

The second item Hanson confirms is okay to take is any small product provided for personal care.

‘Basically anything small like the dental kit, the shaving kit, any miniatures of shampoo or body wash, that’s absolutely fine,’ he said.

However, there are certain items that you should NOT take home from your hotel: mugs, cups and saucers, glasses, pillows and robes. Hanson said: ‘Please leave it in the room because stealing is not good etiquette.’

For some online users, other rules applied.

A commenter reasoned that, ‘Anything that they would have to replace for the next guest anyway, that’s my rule. Did I drink all this tea? No, but I could have.’ More than one person said that anything not nailed to room walls was fair game.

‘I take anything I can fit in the suitcase to be honest. I feel like I’ve already paid for it,’ said another.

Others also shared the odd items they’ve heard taken from hotel rooms.

‘I used to work in a hotel and some people even took light bulbs,’ one user said.

Another user who claimed to be a hotel worker shared: ‘Once someone just walked past the reception with one of our TVs in an IKEA-bag and no one noticed.’

‘First time I went with my friend to Vegas she took towels, robes… tried to take pillows and a vase. I never went with her anywhere again. Embarrassing,’ said a third.

You can watch Coach Hanson’s full video below:

​

Key Takeaways

• British etiquette coach William Hanson has shared what he believes is acceptable to take home from a hotel room.
• Hanson confirmed it is fine to take home hotel slippers, dental kits, shaving kits and miniatures of shampoo or body wash.
• Items such as mugs, cups and saucers, glasses, pillows, and robes should be left in the room, according to Hanson.
• The etiquette expert's advice received mixed responses on social media, with some people sharing their own rules on what can be taken from a hotel room.

What are your thoughts on this exciting revelation, members? Do you plan on taking any items with you when you next leave a hotel? Or are you strictly a 'take nothing and leave no trace' kind of traveller? Let us know in the comments below!

toiletries only. that is so long as they are nice.

 

[AlanQ]

Oh also about the pillows they always leave there grotty ones behind in place. I was so glad to sell up and get out like most of my colleagues did.

that's why airbnb is so successful, no cash option there, credit card & anything missing is simply billed to the individual. Only catch you have no option but to declare the income for tax purposes.

 

[Littleboy8]

that's why airbnb is so successful, no cash option there, credit card & anything missing is simply billed to the individual. Only catch you have no option but to declare the income for tax purposes.

Well at least my lodge didn’t get trashed like some airbnb’s that was a blessing

 

[Littleboy8]

that's why airbnb is so successful, no cash option there, credit card & anything missing is simply billed to the individual. Only catch you have no option but to declare the income for tax purposes.

Oh yeah thanks for Reminding me.I tried that when $100.00 towels went missing. Charged the customers credit card only for the bank to refund the customer money back after they complained I was lying and for lack of proof they stole them.

 

[magpie1]

When I was working in the hospitality industry.....in a big Hotel in Melbourne, we had about 120 rooms that were ready for bookings at any one time and the amount of things that got stolen from rooms everyday was outstanding. The poor little 'mini bar' was always one of the first things abused, either by guests drinking all of the drinks available in the miniature bottles and not declaring it when they checked out or just stolen by putting them in their suitcases or carry bags. These were followed by dressing gowns and towels, plus there were the occasional things like pillows, toilet paper rolls, telephones, blankets, even the odd wall paintings......everything was 'up for grabs' at times it was just disgusting how some people behaved and costly to replace all of the time.

 

[Knell]

...and mostly those that aren't short of a $ either...so strange and rude.

 

[Luckyus]

For many of us, long-term or luxury hotel stays are a rare treat—but even if you're only away from home for a weekend or a few days, it can be hard to keep from wanting to take home something as a lasting memory, whether it's a keepsake or just an item of practical comfort.

This decision may not always please the hotel or its other guests—which is why British etiquette coach William Hanson has provided a useful guideline as to exactly what and what not you should be taking home for your next stay!

In a video posted on social media, Hanson, who directs etiquette training firm The English Manner and co-hosts the comedy podcast 'Help, I Sexted My Boss', sets out the clear boundaries.

View attachment 35484

Thinking of getting some of the hotel’s items? British etiquette coach William Hanson has some advice! Image: TikTok / @williamhansonetiquette

The first item on the list will likely cause a shock to many, as Hanson insists it is actually fine for guests to take home the hotel slippers saying, ‘Indeed, these say “love me, use me, take me home.” Words to live by.’

The second item Hanson confirms is okay to take is any small product provided for personal care.

‘Basically anything small like the dental kit, the shaving kit, any miniatures of shampoo or body wash, that’s absolutely fine,’ he said.

However, there are certain items that you should NOT take home from your hotel: mugs, cups and saucers, glasses, pillows and robes. Hanson said: ‘Please leave it in the room because stealing is not good etiquette.’

For some online users, other rules applied.

A commenter reasoned that, ‘Anything that they would have to replace for the next guest anyway, that’s my rule. Did I drink all this tea? No, but I could have.’ More than one person said that anything not nailed to room walls was fair game.

‘I take anything I can fit in the suitcase to be honest. I feel like I’ve already paid for it,’ said another.

Others also shared the odd items they’ve heard taken from hotel rooms.

‘I used to work in a hotel and some people even took light bulbs,’ one user said.

Another user who claimed to be a hotel worker shared: ‘Once someone just walked past the reception with one of our TVs in an IKEA-bag and no one noticed.’

‘First time I went with my friend to Vegas she took towels, robes… tried to take pillows and a vase. I never went with her anywhere again. Embarrassing,’ said a third.

You can watch Coach Hanson’s full video below:

​

Key Takeaways

• British etiquette coach William Hanson has shared what he believes is acceptable to take home from a hotel room.
• Hanson confirmed it is fine to take home hotel slippers, dental kits, shaving kits and miniatures of shampoo or body wash.
• Items such as mugs, cups and saucers, glasses, pillows, and robes should be left in the room, according to Hanson.
• The etiquette expert's advice received mixed responses on social media, with some people sharing their own rules on what can be taken from a hotel room.

What are your thoughts on this exciting revelation, members? Do you plan on taking any items with you when you next leave a hotel? Or are you strictly a 'take nothing and leave no trace' kind of traveller? Let us know in the comments below!

Take anything, that doesn't belong to you is called theft.

 

[AlanQ]

Oh yeah thanks for Reminding me.I tried that when $100.00 towels went missing. Charged the customers credit card only for the bank to refund the customer money back after they complained I was lying and for lack of proof they stole them.

much the same as the numerous articles on this site about theft in stores etc, it's an unfortunate part of doing business. Maybe wrong and a crime, but so is murder and that still happens.