When we check into a hotel room, one small choice can have a big effect on our stay: do we leave the bathroom light on at night? This quiet habit gives you a sense of safety, comfort, and peace of mind, especially when you’re in a place you don’t know well.
A lot of tourists find that the soft glow of the bathroom light calms them down and makes the room feel friendlier. This soft light makes us feel safe in the dark, which helps us calm down and fall asleep. But it has perks beyond making you feel better.
In an emergency, a bathroom that is lit up is very helpful. In case of a fire or break-in, the light makes it easy to get to the exits without having to search for light switches or candles. It also makes it easier to move around in the room at night.
A dim bathroom light also makes it less likely that people will trip over their bags and other items that are often spread out on hotel floors. By shining light on possible hurdles, we lower the chance of accidents.
Intruders may also be scared away by a lit bathroom because it looks like someone is using it, which adds another layer of security.
Trends in hotel design, on the other hand, have caused trouble. Someone on Reddit posted a picture of a bathroom with glass doors that let in a lot of light at night. Different people had different thoughts. Some liked the extra light, while others thought it was annoying.
Some tourists care most about safety and visibility, while others need complete darkness to sleep well. At the end of the day, knowing what we like makes our hotel stay more comfy.
Whether you like the soft glow or would rather be completely dark, knowing why you should leave the bathroom light on can change your hotel stay. By making this simple habit a part of our short-term homes away from home, we invite calmness and peace of mind.
