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From time to time we have guests at our New Mexico bed and breakfast ask us whether they should tip our hospitality staff at the end of their stay. In most areas hospitality wages are such that tips are expected to bring the overall earnings in line. Santa Fe bed and breakfasts tend to pay above the average but gratuities are always welcome.
For me there is a simple answer. Anytime anyone is paid by anyone else to serve you food or make your bed…tip!
You tip at a restaurant right? So don’t forget to thank that early rising B&B host or hostess.
Do you tip the owner of a B&B if they are hosting you personally? Should you tip me if I happen to serve your breakfast?
The theory above says no. You already paid me directly by booking your Santa Fe lodging at the Hacienda so, no.
Housekeeper? You bet! Rule of thumb seems to be $5 per room, per night. We all trust hospitality staff to come into our private rooms, handle our private belongings, clean up our personal space in a respectful and professional manner. That is a lot of consideration shown to us when we are away from our homes. Show some in return.
Other Staff? If they offered you a particular service that made your visit to Santa Fe better than sure, a tip or a small token is always appreciated. More than you might imagine!
It all comes down to being appreciated. We sure appreciate our guests, nice to know they appreciate us too!
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