For a number of pragmatic reasons, many seasoned travelers have the minor but sensible habit of leaving the bathroom light on while they are in a hotel. Here’s why:
- Nighttime Directions
Getting up in the middle of the night to use the restroom can be confusing in hotel rooms because they are new places, especially when there is complete darkness. There is just enough light to move around safely without fiddling with light switches if the bathroom light is kept on (with the door slightly open).
2.Accident Prevention
The layout of the furnishings in many hotel rooms is different from what you’re used to at home. You could get hurt if you trip over a chair, luggage, or a lost shoe. A low light level in the restroom reduces the chance of trips and falls.
3.Steering Clear of Unrest
Turning on a bright ceiling light in a room you share can wake up your family members or your partner. There is just enough light from the restroom to see without bothering everyone else.
4.Repelling Pests
There may occasionally be problems with insects like cockroaches in certain hotels, particularly in warm, humid areas. Due to their preference for gloomy areas, pests might be discouraged by leaving a light on.
5.Managing Stress in an Unfamiliar Environment
Being in a dark, strange hotel room might be unnerving for some individuals. If they awaken throughout the night, a soft light source can help them relax and go back to sleep.
6.Being Ready for Emergencies
In the event of an emergency or power outage, having a light source facilitates finding crucial objects, swiftly leaving a room, or spotting any dangers.
7.Simpler Morning Routines
It can be confusing to wake up in the middle of nowhere. Mornings are a little less startling when you use a dim light to help your eyes gradually adjust.
Best Practice: Use the shower light (if available) or close the door halfway to reduce the brightness instead than leaving the main bathroom light on, which can be too bright. When traveling, bring a small nightlight. When you next visit a hotel, will you follow this routine? 😄
