Have you ever checked into a hotel and noticed a telephone sitting beside the bathroom mirror? While most people carry mobile phones everywhere, some hotels still have fixed telephones inside their bathrooms. This little feature is not just for decoration. Here are five reasons why hotels may have them.
1. To call for help during an emergency
A bathroom phone allows guests to contact hotel staff if they slip, fall or suddenly feel unwell. They do not have to leave the bathroom to reach the telephone in their room.
2. To help elderly guests
Older travellers may sometimes need assistance while using the bathroom. Having a phone nearby gives them another way to contact hotel staff if they need help.
3. To make communication easier
Guests may want to contact reception or housekeeping while getting ready. A bathroom telephone makes this possible without having to step into the bedroom.
4. To provide extra convenience
Not everyone wants to carry their personal mobile phone into the bathroom. A fixed telephone offers a simple way to make calls without worrying about water splashes or accidentally dropping a device.
5. It is a traditional hotel feature
Bathroom telephones were once considered a luxury addition in upscale hotels. Some properties continue to retain them as part of their traditional room design and hospitality services.The next time you spot a telephone beside a hotel bathroom mirror, you will know there may be a practical reason behind this unusual feature.Thumb image: Canva (for representative purposes only)
