Is it okay to smoke on hotel balconies?


Is it okay to smoke on hotel balconies? It depends on the hotel's policy. Some will allow it. But, in my experience, most hotels do not allow smoking on a balcony if they have a non-smoking policy in the room. The opposite is typically true if you booked a “smoking” room.


Can hotels tell if you smoke in the room?

Non-smokers tend to detect the smell of smoke better than the one who smoked. Housekeepers of a hotel are quite keen on spotting that. Housekeepers also know every nook and cranny of the hotel room that they clean and sweep, day in and day out. That includes snooping into the trash bins.


Can hotels detect vaping?

In addition to visual evidence, hotels rely on their sense of smell to detect vaping. Vaping produces a distinct odor that can linger in the air and on fabrics. Housekeeping staff are trained to recognize this scent and pinpoint its source.


What happens if you smoke on a hotel balcony?

The hotel is designated as smoke-free. Smoking is only permitted in designated smoking areas outside of the hotel building. This would mean that smoking on private balconies is prohibited and you could be subject to a rather large cleaning fee if the hotel were to find damage.


Can tourists smoke in Mexico?

Under legislation passed in 2021, but only enforced at the start of 2023, smoking (including vapes / e-cigarettes) is now prohibited in the following situations: workplaces, public transport, schools, entertainment venues, hotels, stadiums, shopping malls, beaches, parks and amusement parks, Mayan sites, all religious ...


How to smoke in a hotel room without being caught?

Easy to travel with, and vape pens are hands down the best way to sneak in a “smoke”, not only in hotel rooms but in other smoke-free environments where lighting up is prohibited. The rapid increase of e-cigarettes in the past decade has made is so that wax and oil pens are even harder to detect.


Why do hotel smoke detectors flash?

Hotel smoke CO alarms are designed to flash every other second when they detect a potential fire or carbon monoxide hazard. This is done to alert guests and staff of the danger, so that appropriate action can be taken quickly.


Can you smoke in the hotel room with window open?

Open the window: Opening the window can help to ventilate the room and reduce the smoke concentration. However, it is important to remember that some hotels have windows that are sealed shut for safety reasons. Use a fan: A fan can help to circulate the air in the room and reduce the smoke concentration.


How to safely smoke in hotel room?

One trick for smoking in a non-smoking hotel is to smoke in the bathroom with the shower on. The steam from the shower can help dissipate the smoke and prevent it from spreading throughout the room. Be sure to close the bathroom door and use a towel to cover any gaps around the door to prevent smoke from escaping.


Is it OK to smoke in a hotel bathroom?

Remember, smoking in a hotel bathroom is not only against hotel policies but also disrespectful to other guests. It's important to be considerate and follow the rules set by the establishment. If you absolutely need to smoke, consider finding designated smoking areas or alternative accommodations that allow smoking.