Buffet tricks – “Saffron sauce” may just be yellow food coloring, and “sea bass” often turns out to be generic white fish with changed expiration dates.
Pillows aren’t clean – Pillowcases are changed, but the pillows themselves can go months or years without being washed.
Scrambled eggs – Often made from a pre-mixed liquid instead of real eggs.
Hair dryers – Rarely cleaned, making them surprisingly germy.
Free cancelation hack – Move your reservation forward, then call back to cancel penalty-free.
Shampoo bottles – Frequently refilled with expired products from bulk containers.
Housekeeping shortcuts – Same rag used across toilets, showers, and sinks; cleanliness is more about appearance than sanitation.