Day in the life
A Day in the Life of a Bellhop
What bellhops actually do from the start of a shift to the end: the tasks, tools, schedule and realities of the job.
What is a typical day like for a bellhop?
Check the departure list. From there, the day usually includes greet guests, carry luggage, and escort guests to rooms. Shifts include weekends and holidays.
Hour by hour: a typical shift
No two days are identical, but this timeline reflects a realistic day for a bellhop working full time.
- Check the departure list.
- Bring down checkout bags.
- Store luggage.
- Deliver a package.
- Check-in rush.
- Escort a VIP.
- Hail a taxi.
Where bellhops work
Bellhops work in hotel lobbies and at entrances.
Hours and schedule
Shifts include weekends and holidays.
Tasks you’ll do most often
- Greet guests
- Carry luggage
- Escort guests to rooms
- Explain amenities
- Store bags
- Deliver items
- Call taxis
Tools you’ll use every day
- Luggage carts
- Bag tags
- Storage rooms
- Radios
- Phones
- Delivery logs
The best and hardest parts of the job
What people like
- Tips
- Friendly work
- Short training
- Hotel career path
What’s hard
- Heavy bags
- Standing
- Tip-dependent income
- Weekend work
You’ll likely thrive if…
- I’m friendly
- I can lift bags
- I like hotels
- I know my city
- I want tip income
- I want short training
Not sure? Take the free Bellhop fit quiz or the Career Match Quiz.
Staying safe on the job
- Lift with your legs
- Don’t overload carts
- Protect guest property
- Follow security procedures