What's True
An ominous advertisement pointed readers to an article that explained why it may be useful to place a towel under a hotel door. However...
What's False
The use of the word "always" in the ad seemed to hint there was a critical safety reason for placing a towel under the door. In the end, the tip was simply to use the towel to keep out noise and light.
Origin
“Why You Should Always Put a Towel Under Hotel Door” is the text in an online advertisement that’s been making the rounds since at least January 2021.
Silly ads are a dime a dozen, and they’re everywhere. However, finding the answer to the tease in these kinds of ads is a journey only braved by those willing to hear their laptop fans go wild.