How Much Should I Tip My Maid?

Standard Advice

Standard advice from travel experts is to tip the maid $1 to $3 per night in a mid-range hotel. Tip less for less expensive hotels and more for higher end accommodations or when a maid cleans the room more than once a day. According to Fodor's travel experts, it's acceptable to leave a tip in the amount of $10 per guest, per week at the end of a long stay.

Tipping is not always required

Tipping is not necessary for a one-night stay, or if you are staying in a bed and breakfast. If you happen to be part of a large tour group, the housekeeping tip may be built in to your bill.

Bottom Line

The amount you tip the maid will vary based on the length of stay, type of accommodations, and level of service the maid is providing.

References

• How to Tip; Fodor's; 2002