Everyone has experienced it at some point: you return home from a trip only to find you’ve left something important back at the hotel. Depending on how far away that is, the item might be difficult—or even impossible—to retrieve. To avoid this circumstance, follow the tips below for making sure none of your possessions wind up in the lost and found.

3 Strategies for Keeping Track of Your Possessions During a Hotel Stay

1. Don’t Unpack

While hotels offer guests the options of using the wardrobes and drawers in the rooms, it is not always necessary for a short-term stay. So long as your clothes aren’t prone to wrinkles, try to leave them in your suitcase—and return them there after use. What you do leave out, keep in obvious places—like on the nightstand or bathroom counter. 

2. Prepare for Checkout Early

Many times, we forget items in our rush to pack and get out before checkout time. By preparing your suitcases the night before, it will give you more leisure to think about what you might be missing and to inspect the room thoroughly. 

3. Do a Thorough Room Sweep

Regardless, even if you are running late, take a few extra minutes to search the room. Check places that items may easily go unnoticed, such as under the bed, in the refrigerator, in the safe, and in the shower. Look at all the outlets for any chargers or other belongings that are still plugged in. If there are multiple people in your party, have each person conduct their own search, since they may catch something you missed or vice versa.

Whether you’re staying for a night or a month, let Best Inn Texas be your home away from home. Offering the best value among hotels in Levelland, TX, they are located near South Plains College and the Mallet Event Center. Their clean and comfortable rooms have been recently renovated with all the modern conveniences you need for a pleasant stay. Learn about some of their amenities online or call (806) 894-7335 to make a reservation.