Originally Posted by
MSPeconomist
IME almost all hotels will refill/replace most toiletry items as needed. Exceptions can be bath sponges, sewing kits, etc. You can also request additional toiletry supplies from maids, housekeeping, or guest services. Luxury properties tend to be very generous.
While I'm not sure how I feel about the amenity kits, personally I don't/wouldn't take them, I think hotels and especially luxury properties is a different matter regarding toiletries and amenities It's marketing and branding in many cases. Many items are packaged so that you will remember the hotel in the future and become a returning repeat customer as you use them at home. Some hotels are bucking this trend and becoming more environmentally friendly by having dispensers in the showers for instance.