Hotel Tip Calculator
Tip hotel staff correctly: $2–5/night housekeeping, $1–2/bag bellhop, $2–5 valet, $5–20 concierge. Multi-day stays supported.
Statutory Gratuity Rule: Under FLSA 29 U.S.C. § 203(m) and 29 CFR Part 531, tips are the absolute property of employees; employers and managers are strictly barred from retaining any portion of tip pools. Standard U.S. dining gratuity benchmarks range from 15% (standard service) to 18%–20% (good service) and 22%+ (exceptional service), calculated directly on the pre-tax subtotal.
Hotel Tip Calculator
Tip hotel staff correctly: $2–5/night housekeeping, $1–2/bag bellhop, $2–5 valet, $5–20 concierge. Multi-day stays supported.
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Tip is calculated on the pre-tax amount. Adjust state for accurate tax rates.
About This Calculator
What it does
Covers housekeeping ($2–5 per night), bellhop ($1–2 per bag), valet ($2–5 on return), and concierge ($5–20 for meaningful help). Supports multi-night cumulative totals. Example: a 4-night stay with $4/night housekeeping, $2/bag ×2 on arrival, and $3 valet = $23 total. Leave housekeeping tips daily in an envelope with a note—including your last night.
Data sources
- National Restaurant Association
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
- Internal Revenue Service
- State Revenue Departments
Last updated: 2026 · Fact-checked against primary industry sources
Frequently asked questions
How much to tip housekeeping per day?
$2–5 per night, left daily in an envelope with a thank-you note. Tip every night of your stay, including the last.
How much to tip the bellhop?
$1–2 per bag, more for heavy, oversized, or special-handling items.
Do you tip valet parking?
Yes—$2–5 when you collect your car, more for premium vehicles or extra service.
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