Can you get a refund for a hotel room with bed bugs?


Can you get a refund for a hotel room with bed bugs? In general, hotels should take immediate action if a guest reports the presence of bed bugs. This could include offering a new, clean room, or, in severe cases, guests may be able to negotiate a partial or full refund for their stay.


Can you get your money back from a hotel room?

Many hotel stays are refundable as long as you cancel within at least 48 hours. But some aren't. If you leave without making any arrangements, the hotel probably will charge you for the full stay. Experts say hotels consider refund requests on a case-by-case basis.


Should I be worried about bed bugs at a hotel?

“It may surprise you that bed bugs are a common problem in hotels,” says Jordan Foster, Pest Management Expert at Fantastic Pest Control. “Infestations of bed bugs have nothing to do with sanitation or cleanliness. Bed bugs are not uncommon in hotels or motels of any star rating, from one-star to five-star.”


What are the odds of getting bed bugs in a hotel?

The top three places where pest professionals report finding bed bugs are single-family homes (91 percent), apartments/condominiums (89 percent), and hotels/motels (68 percent).


How do I get a refund for bed bugs?

Hotels have a legal obligation to provide a safe and clean environment, which includes addressing bed bug infestations promptly. You should document the evidence, notify hotel management, and request a refund or room change. If necessary, seek medical attention and report the incident to local health authorities.


Which hotels have the most bed bugs?

The chains with the greatest number of bedbug reports:
  • Holiday Inn (732)
  • Days Inn (560)
  • Super 8 (550)
  • Best Western (519)
  • Hampton Inn (505)
  • Comfort Inn (503)
  • Marriott (395)
  • Hilton (338)


Is it obvious if a hotel has bed bugs?

Chances are that you won't see any bugs at all, but if you see their poop trails, you know they are present. For a thorough bed bug examination, use a flashlight to look around the headboard, under the sheets and mattress pad, under the mattress and box springs, and around the base of the bed.