When we check into a hotel, our initial instinct is often to assess the cleanliness of the room, scrutinizing everything from the bed to the bathroom. However, appearances can be deceiving, and what meets the eye may not always reflect the true cleanliness standards.
A TikTok user, @ellianamadridssss, who works as a housekeeper, recently revealed five items that are commonly overlooked when it comes to cleaning. These include everyday items like drinking glasses and even the bed itself.
The disclosure sparked a flurry of concerned reactions from viewers on TikTok, with comments expressing shock and fear at the revelations. Some users even shared their own experiences, highlighting lapses in cleaning practices at hotels.
While it’s important to note that cleaning protocols can vary among hotels and staff members, the revelations have raised awareness among guests about potential hygiene issues. Allergy specialist Dr. Tania Elliott further emphasized these concerns, pointing out that certain items are often neglected during cleaning routines.
Dr. Elliott, also known as @drtaniaelliott on TikTok, echoed similar sentiments by listing five commonly neglected items in hotel rooms. She emphasized the importance of bringing your own pillowcases and highlighted the bacterial risks associated with certain items like coffee makers.
In a surprising disclosure, Dr. Elliott mentioned that glasses in hotel rooms are often not thoroughly washed between guests, but merely wiped down. She also shed light on the use of colored carpets in hotel rooms to conceal stains, advising guests to opt for rooms with hardwood or tile flooring for better cleanliness standards.