Hilton CEO says he doesn't tip
The CEO of Hilton Just Made a Stunning Admission About the 1 Thing He Doesn't Do in Hotels
So a bunch of people that also don't tip freak out and accuse him of being rich and blah blah blah
Hilton CEO Changes Stance on Tipping at Hotels
Me? I don't usually tip them as there is rarely an opportunity for an increase or customization of service. I'd have to have left a real mess for me to feel that was warranted.
Tipping May Be the Norm, but Not for Hotel Housekeepers
Apparently I'm in the majority:
The CEO of Hilton Just Made a Stunning Admission About the 1 Thing He Doesn't Do in Hotels
"It's Chris's view that every Hilton Team Member works hard. Rather than selectively reward some Team Members, he is focused on providing meaningful economic opportunities for all 400,000 Team Members.
That's why Hilton is the No. 1 place to work in the US and No. 2 in the world, as voted by our own employees."
So a bunch of people that also don't tip freak out and accuse him of being rich and blah blah blah
the American Hotel & Lodging Association suggests leaving "$1 to $5 a night" for housekeepers.
"The tip should be left daily (preferably in an envelope or with a note so that it's clear it's for housekeeping)," according to a helpful Gratuitiy Guide included on the organization's website.
We should note that Hilton is a member of the AHLA. In fact, Hilton's global head of corporate affairs, Katie Fallon, sits on its board.
So it does seem that if Hilton felt strongly about this -- and wanted to change the overall compensation structure across the industry, it would have a lot of pull to be able to at least get the industry association to stop advocating for it.
But according to the media office at AHLA, their position isn't likely to change anytime soon. In fact, they're in the process of updating their tipping guide.
Hilton CEO Changes Stance on Tipping at Hotels
So now he'll tip.When it comes to tipping in hotels, I have always had a different approach to work and personal travel. I also never meant for my approach to work stays at Hilton properties to discourage others from tipping when they are traveling. Going forward, I will tip when traveling for both work and personal travel.
Nothing is more important to me than Hilton’s culture and team members, especially our housekeepers, who are central to delivering Hilton hospitality around the world. I have always been generous with my time and engagement with team members when on property, and I will remain focused on keeping Hilton the #1 best place to work in the United States.”
Me? I don't usually tip them as there is rarely an opportunity for an increase or customization of service. I'd have to have left a real mess for me to feel that was warranted.
Tipping May Be the Norm, but Not for Hotel Housekeepers
Apparently I'm in the majority:
But fewer than a third of hotel guests leave any money for the housekeepers.