Charge to leave luggage ?
Nov 26, 2004, 6:07 am
#1
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Charge to leave luggage ?
I was staying at the NY Hilton (on 6th) this week.
I was surprised to find that they charge $3.50 per bag to leave luggage for the day. I've never been charged to leave luggage anywhere before (though I'd normally tip) - is this something Hilton are starting to do in their hotels, or is the NY Hilton a one off ?
I was surprised to find that they charge $3.50 per bag to leave luggage for the day. I've never been charged to leave luggage anywhere before (though I'd normally tip) - is this something Hilton are starting to do in their hotels, or is the NY Hilton a one off ?
Nov 26, 2004, 9:45 am
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I've never been charged to leave luggage at a Hilton, however, I've never tried at this location. While we love the location of this Hilton, we have been dissapointed with their customer service the last 2 stays there.
Nov 26, 2004, 12:41 pm
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Depends on the location and the load. Most hotels are complimentary, but when I attend ones like the Anaheiim Hilton during a convention when they are sold-out, they charge $1 to hold bags.
Nov 29, 2004, 5:38 pm
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During my last stay at the NY Hilton (Jan 2004), my flight left late in the afternoon. When I checked out at noon and requested to have the bags held for a few hours, I was informed of the charge. It was better than schlepping the bags around, or sitting in the lobby waiting for my cab ride to the airport.
Nov 29, 2004, 6:37 pm
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Given the sheer number of bags being stored at the NYC hilton - I don't blame them for charging. Plus it gives you a little more security knowing that your bags are in a secure room with someone present at all times.
I hate storing my bags and then discovering that they sat out in the open on a bellman's cart all day.
I hate storing my bags and then discovering that they sat out in the open on a bellman's cart all day.
