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Hotel housekeeping checklist
A comprehensive room turnover checklist to align boutique hotel housekeeping standards and front desk expectations.
Consistency is everything
BOUTIQUE HOTEL HOUSEKEEPING CHECKLIST ROOM NUMBER: _______ DATE: _______ ATTENDANT: _______ PREPARATION [ ] Open windows/blinds to air the room. [ ] Strip all linens (bed, towels, robes). [ ] Remove all rubbish and empty bins. [ ] Check for forgotten guest items (report immediately if found). BEDROOM [ ] Make the bed to standard (check mattress protector). [ ] Dust all surfaces, ledges, and skirting boards. [ ] Wipe down nightstands, desk, and tables. [ ] Clean mirrors and windows (no streaks). [ ] Check and wipe inside drawers/wardrobes. [ ] Restock tea/coffee, kettle, and minibar. [ ] Vacuum or mop the floor thoroughly. BATHROOM [ ] Clean and sanitize the toilet (inside and out). [ ] Scrub the shower/bath (remove all hair and soap residue). [ ] Clean the sink and vanity unit. [ ] Wipe down tiles and mirrors. [ ] Restock fresh towels (bath, hand, face, bathmat). [ ] Replenish toiletries (soap, shampoo, conditioner, lotion). [ ] Empty bathroom bin and replace liner. [ ] Mop the bathroom floor. FINAL INSPECTION (Ready State) [ ] Ensure room smells fresh and neutral. [ ] Set AC/Heating to baseline temperature. [ ] Turn off all lights and close windows/blinds to standard. [ ] Final visual sweep from the doorway. INSPECTED BY: _____________________ STATUS: [ ] READY
In boutique hospitality, a guest's first impression of their room sets the tone for their entire stay. A structured checklist ensures that whether a room is cleaned by a veteran housekeeper or a new hire, the baseline standard remains exactly the same. Keep copies on housekeeping carts, or use a digital room readiness board to track completion in real-time.
Reset the room consistently
Work through entry, ventilation, linen, bathroom, guest supplies, surfaces, floor, fixtures and final presentation in a repeatable order.
Separate cleaning from inspection
A completed clean should move to an inspection state before the room is marked ready. Record defects and missing items rather than relying on verbal follow-up.
Connect readiness to arrivals
Prioritise rooms against expected arrivals and accessibility or setup requirements. Give front desk a shared status instead of asking housekeeping for repeated updates.
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