Originally Posted by
AZ Travels the World
I would be careful about this. Since the Mandalay Bay massacre in Vegas I've heard a lot about hotels changing policies and no longer honoring the DND signs for more than a day.
Having them make a note that you'll be coming and going over the course of the week, but please don't check you out if they think it looks like you've departed -- or something like that -- may be a safer approach.
+1. I stand by my earlier advice, having done it previously.
DND signs don't matter. Hotels have to periodically make sure there's no dead bodies, etc. in the room. An empty room with no luggage and a made bed just raises concerns and/or the assumption that you've left early.
All you have to do is say you want a base for the week, but will be coming and going (and will be back before the week is out) so still need the room. Leave a note on the desk, let the manager know, etc.