[Sgt_Schultze]

Just to be clear, you might want to tip the maids, but if you leave cash, they probably won’t want to take it in fear of being accused of stealing from guests. I think the envelopes are a good idea for those who may want to tip.

[dfwgator]

Just to be clear, you might want to tip the maids, but if you leave cash, they probably won’t want to take it in fear of being accused of stealing from guests. I think the envelopes are a good idea for those who may want to tip.

That's a valid point. Even if I wanted to tip, I wouldn't know how to do it, since it's hard to find the maid.

[Veggie Todd]

...but if you leave cash, they probably won’t want to take it in fear of being accused of stealing from guests.

I've never had a problem having the maid take the tip I left for her.

[Jim from C-Town]

It is customary to tip AFTER the last night of your stay. I generally left cash after a coupe nights stay if the room was properly cleaned and any special requests where met. Since they know you are checking out, they will have no problem taking the cash.

Often for one night stays, I leave less or noting at all. Particularly if there was a problem with the room. It is part of the cleaning staff's job to keep on top of problems with the room and report them to management or maintenance. A maintenance problem or cleanliness problem is an insult to a paying customer. Particularly at hotels that specifically cater to business travelers.

Long time Diamond Hhonors member. So I have spent my time in many a hotel room.

[Albion Wilde]

Just to be clear, you might want to tip the maids, but if you leave cash, they probably won’t want to take it in fear of being accused of stealing from guests. I think the envelopes are a good idea for those who may want to tip.

What is a logical, practical and fair-minded suggestion doing here on FR?