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Welcome to Hotel Ops Guide
What we cover and how to get the most from this site.
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Bulk Amenities vs. Singles: Cost, Waste, and Guest Perception
Whether bulk wall dispensers or minis make sense for your property.
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How to Choose the Right MERV Filter for Small Hotels
Understand MERV ratings, airflow tradeoffs, and a practical recommendation for most properties.
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Extending Linen Life: Wash Temps, Detergents, and Dry Times
Settings that reduce wear while keeping quality high.
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Front Desk Shift Checklist: Open, Mid, Close
SOPs for smooth shifts and fewer surprises.
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Guest Room Inspection Checklist: What to Verify Before Release
A quick inspection flow to catch misses before a guest does.
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Handling Late Check-Ins and Early Check-Outs Without Chaos
Simple playbooks that keep the lobby calm.
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Incident Log Setup: What to Record and How to Review
A lightweight log that improves safety and reduces liability.
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Lighting in Guest Areas: Color Temp, Lumens, and Energy Cost
Pick fixtures that look good and don’t wreck your power bill.
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OSHA Basics for Small Hotels: What Actually Applies?
A plain-English tour of OSHA items relevant to small properties.
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Par Levels for Linens: How Many Sets Do You Really Need?
Compute linen pars that match occupancy without overspending.
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Preventive Maintenance Schedule: Monthly and Quarterly Tasks
A concise PM schedule that keeps small hotels safe, efficient, and guest-ready.
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How to Set Reorder Points for Hotel Bathroom Supplies
A simple method to calculate par levels and reorder points so you never stock out.
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Trash Liners by the Numbers: Gallons, Mils, and Cost Control
Decode specs and choose the lowest-cost option that holds up.
Hotel Ops Guide