Trust Your Instincts

In addition to this trick, always trust your gut. If something feels off about the room, don’t dismiss it. Step out, go to the front desk, and request another room or ask for a safety inspection. It’s better to be overly cautious than regretful.

A Cleanliness Check, Too

Besides safety, this tip also serves another purpose—checking how well the room has been cleaned. The space under beds is often missed by housekeeping, and tossing a bottle can reveal if there’s trash, dust, or signs of pests like insects or rodents.