Seeking opinions on tipping

[TheSafetyLady]

Much the same of what everyone else shared, except the last two trips I tipped housekeeping very generously. I also left notes to say how much I appreciate the job they do. They do A LOT and I never really thought about it until WDW started doing the every 3-4 days crap. I was so excited to have full housekeeping back, I went overboard.

[ryan1]

@poohfanclub

Daily Housekeeping Tip? (Including just trash and towel days?)

I don’t tip for housekeeping generally. But we haven’t stayed on property at any time when they are providing full service…and truth is, when given the option, we decline service. In August 2020, we actually were emptying our own trash, even.

@poohfanclub

If you run out of something (Towels, toilet paper) and Housekeeping brings it to you?
(Sometimes on day of check-in, Housekeeping might send 3 different people with 3
different items.)

Can’t say this has ever happened for us, that I recall.

@poohfanclub

Bell Services, for luggage, or grocery delivery?

We have only used Bell Services once, that was when we changed rooms for a split stay. I forget exactly. I think it was $2 first bag, $1 each after, which was what folks were recommending here at the time.

@poohfanclub

Extra tip for server when dining, (when 20% gratuity has already been added, and
service was decent, but not remarkable)?

I typically tip 20% of actual final bill. (The “recommendation” is 20%, before tax, but paying 20% on top of tax as well gives them more.)

[poohfanclub]

@TheSafetyLady

I was so excited to have full housekeeping back, I went overboard.

I did not realize full housekeeping was back! It’s been since May 2022, and I don’t think it was back then? It’s sometimes hard for me to tell what they have done, because I am one of those weirdos who makes everyone clean everything up before Housekeeping comes. Bathroom and Kitchen counters are cleared, table is wiped, dishes are washed or put in dishwasher, etc.

[ryan1]

@poohfanclub

I did not realize full housekeeping was back!

In December 2022, it was not back.

[TheSafetyLady]

I wonder if it’s just the deluxe resorts. Had it at GF and AK. Felt so good to have the bed made.
ETA- December 2022 and February 2023.

[Jeff_AZ]

This was a fascinating poll topic that I did a couple of years ago. Check it out! I have found that everyone is different – there is no “right amount” to tip (except restaurants where you better tip at least 18% LOL). But I personally try to tip generously.

Poll Time! Gratuity

I know this is a controversial topic, but I’d like to get some data before my trip. We’ll go by category. I will make this poll anonymous, contrary to my usual M.O., but you can feel free to add comments below. Please be respectful and let’s all recognize that this is the way the system is, for better or for worse. Select ONE option for each of the 9 polls. Poll #1A: How much do you tip for Bell Services? poll Poll 1B: Do you tip Bell Services at pickup, at delivery, or both? poll Poll #2: How…

[Jeff_AZ]

@ScottFL

I have also been known to go back to the table and leave more if someone else is handling the bill

LOL I’ve done this as well (or like, hang back once the one who paid has walked away).

I usually tip 20% minimum, usually not more than 25% though, unless the bill is really small. I never tip less than $2-3, like at a cafe where you’re spending $5-10 for a quick bite or drink only.

[SirGreggLadyV]

@ryan1

The “recommendation” is 20%, before tax, but paying 20% on top of tax as well gives them more.)

That’s what I do.

[Jeff_AZ]

@TheSafetyLady

ETA- December 2022 and February 2023

IIRC December is about the time I remember seeing it announced that it was back. But it was rolled out gradually across resorts.

[drvillarejos]

1. We do $5 a day and $10 on checkout day
2. Haven’t happened to us yet, but probably $5 just because I’d feel cheap handing over a dollar or 2. But $3 is probably also acceptable IMO.
3. Grocery delivery- 15%, Bell Service for luggage $3 a bag, bumped up to the next $5 increment. I don’t carry a lot of $1 bills.
4. If it was decent 20% is enough. $15 is standard (unless the food is inexpensive). 25% is for great service. I never tip less than $5 a person but with Disney prices, I’m sure this minimum would never be needed

As far as DH goes you have to go with what you are comfortable with but certainly should meet the minimum socially acceptable standard when it comes to tipping. If you are blessed financially or are feeling generous, tip away! I feel the service industry as a whole is under paid in most cases.

[drvillarejos]

@Jeff_AZ

I’ve done this as well

Second, Third and 4th this! My mom is very frugal with certain tings and giving with others. Tipping she will do down to the penny and never, ever over 15%. She has known too many waitresses and bar tenders that have made well over her salary so she generally doesn’t feel bad. I’ve only ever seen her be a big tipper and that was for DD. She did 20%! (We usually double the bill for DD).

[mathhound]

AK was definitely not full housekeeping in January and what was done was minimal at best for a deluxe.

[PrincipalTinker]

I believe this was the last update on Mousekeeping.

The Walt Disney World Housekeeping Update You've Been Waiting For

Many have mentioned but I will note that I tip, often overtip, because I can.

I spent about 16 years, waitressing, starting when I was 16 to help my mom pay for food, heat, and other necessities for our family - and then as I struggled into my 30s. Tips allowed me to eat.

[mathhound]

Also, how do you give housekeeping a tip without them just thinking you left money out. I always get really self conscious when tipping. I do it but it feels weird to me to just had someone money without a cash register or something. Probably anxiety related. Also, sometimes they are so quick you don’t hardly have time to get cash because they are leaving already. Very similar feel to trying to put your money away at the grocery store after paying and you want to be quick for the next person. Very anxiety inducing for me. I try though but any tips (lol) for how to tip would be great.

[OBNurseNH]

We have always left it with a note or in an envelope labeled Mousekeeping

[drvillarejos]

@mathhound

Also, how do you give housekeeping a tip without them just thinking you left money out

I’ve always folded it in a piece of paper with a hand written Thank you (Housekeeping, for the service, for the whatever). Generally if you leave it on the counter where the main TV or table is, they take it. If I’m handing it off, I have it ready and folded a bit and just do the exchange with a smile.

[Jeff_AZ]

1. I always leave a note (from the notepad if they have one, or an index card that I bring with me) that says “Housekeeping - Thank you!” and then put the money on top of that in an obvious location, like a countertop or desk.

2. If I’m tipping someone who is coming to my room, I get the money ready beforehand. Like if I order a pack’n’play, I will get out $5 before they even arrive and have it in my hand or pocket so I can give it to them as they leave after making the delivery. Same thing with bell services - I’m prepping my tip on the bus or in the Uber.

[PrincipalTinker]

Mousekeeping has always known it was a tip when I have left it in the center or the counter under the bathroom mirror. When beds were made, the pillow was always safe too.

[ScottFL]

I just leave the bills folded and tucked under the TV or the lamp or the phone. Only once did it not get picked up.

[OBNurseNH]

@PrincipalTinker

When beds were made, the pillow was always safe too.

Ohhhhhhhhhhh

Heck maybe that guy did pay me that one time but mousekeeping took it