Katie Oakes, Hair by Katie Oakes Salon Studio and Sola Salons, works on clients’ hair at her studio. A few weeks ago, I decided to take a little “staycation” at a hotel here in downtown Savannah. My stay was fabulous, but when it came time to check out, I found myself texting my friends asking, “How do I tip at a hotel?”
Now maybe it’s because I’m only 24-years old, or maybe it’s because most of my travels have involved sleeping in a shared Airbnb or a friend’s couch, but I truly had no idea how gratuity at a local hotel worked. This then sparked a conversation at the Connect Savannah office about gratuity in other industries. Most people seem to feel confident leaving a tip at a restaurant, but can be a little unsure for other services.