I’ve made the bathtub trick a key part of my hotel check-in routine. The moment I walk into a room, I put my luggage in the tub. Then, I give the entire place a good once-over. I start by pulling back the bed sheets and checking the mattress for any signs of bedbugs. This might seem extreme, but it’s something you’ll be grateful for if you spot something suspicious early on.
Make sure to check these areas:
- The mattress seams
- The headboard and nearby furniture
- Behind picture frames and curtains
