Using the pool at your hotel pool should be a luxury, not a nuisance. Travelers should always be aware of social etiquette when sharing this amenity with other hotel guests, so everyone can have a pleasant experience. Here are the three most important rules to follow when you and your family are using the public pool.

3 Rules of Hotel Pool Etiquette You Should Follow

1. Don't Claim Extra Chairs

Most hotel pools have limited seating and all guests have equal rights in using the lounge chairs. If the pool is packed with people, don't take up more chairs than you need, and definitely don't claim chairs while you're away at lunch or dinner. It's considered rude to save a chair when you aren't going to be using it for an extended amount of time, especially while other guests have nowhere to place their items.

2. Use Designated Pools When Available

Certain hotels have family or adult-specific pool areas which are meant to keep children away from people trying to relax. If you are traveling with your children and you're visiting a hotel with a family pool, make sure you keep your children corralled in the right pool. Letting your children run around the spa or adult resting area may even be disallowed at stricter hotels. 

3. Don't Eat or Drink in the Pool

Most public pools restrict eating or drinking in the pool. Food and drinks contaminate the pool and food debris can clog the filters, costing the hotel an expensive shutdown that leaves their pool completely inaccessible until it can be fixed. If your children get hungry, take a pool break at one of your hotel dining areas or by going back up to your room.

If you're visiting Northern Kentucky and need a place to stay, Hampton Inn and Suites is a cozy hotel available for booking. This comfortable and chic hotel is located in Wilder, KY, and offers free Wi-Fi, free breakfast, a fitness center, a business center, and an indoor pool. Closely located to the Coney Island Amusement Park, Riverbend Music Center, and the Newport Aquarium, this hotel will easily fit into your travel itinerary. Visit their website to learn about their rooms and rates, or call (859) 441-3049 to book your reservation.