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 |