Originally Posted by
Bfhause
I understand this as an annoyance and a frustration as a guest but this is a security & life safety practice. Welcome to 2019.
EXACTLY. There are far worse things to worry about than this. AND - I don't consider it "security theater" for them to be monitoring what is going on in their facilities. If you truly have something to hide in your hotel room, then you have issues... IF you are in there, and truly don't want to be disturbed THEN use the deadbolt!