When the Cart Comes Down the Hall: A 2026 Etiquette Guide to Housekeeping and Discreet Hotel Visits
Hotel housekeeping follows a rhythm of its own, and discreet engagements require guests to work with that rhythm rather than against it. This 2026 guide covers Do Not Disturb signs, turndown timing, room-state courtesy, and calm scripts for requesting a later cleaning window or handling an unexpected knock.