Tipping Guide
Whom, how much and
when to tip
| Staff |
Appropriate tip |
| Waiter/waitress |
15% to 20% of pre-tax bill |
| Bartender |
$1 to $2 per round or 15% to 20% of tab |
| Wine steward |
15% of bottle's cost (less as price rises), clearly earmarked on
bill |
| Room service |
15% to 20% of pre-tax bill (if not already included) |
| Valet parking |
$2 to $3 when car is returned |
| Taxi driver |
15% plus $1 to $2 per bag |
| Hotel doorman |
$1 to $2 to hail cab; $1 to $2 per bag for help with luggage |
| Hotel bellhop |
$1 to $2 per bag |
| Hotel maid |
$2 per night, paid daily, clearly marked 'Housekeeping' |
| Skycap |
$1 to $2 per bag, $2 minimum, in addition to any fee |
| Hairdresser |
15% to 20% |
| Manicurist |
15% to 20% |
| Spa services |
15% to 20% |
| Food delivery |
10% to 15% with $2 minimum |
| Golf caddy |
$20 or 50% of the caddy fee, whichever is greater |
