do you leave coins in hotel rooms or take them home?
Last week, after a long road trip, we finally checked into a hotel in Chicago. As I was packing up to leave, I noticed a pile of coins—nickels, dimes, and a few quarters—scattered on the nightstand and dresser. I always seem to collect loose change during trips, but honestly, I never know what to do with it at the end. Sometimes I just leave it all behind, hoping the housekeeping staff can use it, but then I wonder if that’s actually helpful or just annoying.
My husband says I should just take the coins home and throw them in our change jar, but honestly, who wants to lug around a pocket full of coins when you’re already juggling suitcases and coffee? On the other hand, I sometimes worry that leaving coins might look careless or even a bit rude, like I’m leaving a mess instead of a tip.
Have you ever left your spare change in a hotel room? Do you think the staff appreciates it, or is it better to leave a proper tip in bills? Or do you just take every last coin home, no matter how heavy your bag gets? I’d love to hear what everyone else does—maybe I’m overthinking this, but it always feels like a tiny dilemma at the end of every trip!
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