How Much to Tip a Hotel Concierge
$5–20 per request
A hotel concierge does not need a tip for directions or quick advice. Tip $5–10 when they book a restaurant or tour for you, and $20 or more when they get you something hard to find, like a sold-out show or a fully booked table.
Tip$10.00
Within the usual $5–$20 per request.
How much to tip, situation by situation
| Situation | Typical tip |
|---|---|
| Directions or a recommendation | No tip needed |
| Restaurant or tour booking | $5–10 |
| Hard-to-get reservation or tickets | $20+ |
| Ongoing help during a long stay | $20–50 at checkout |
Worth knowing
- Tip after the result, either in person or in an envelope left at the desk with their name on it.
Working it out by hand? See how to calculate a tip. Travelling? Customs differ abroad: tipping by country.
Questions people ask
Do you have to tip the concierge?
No, only when they do real work for you, such as bookings. Answers to quick questions don't need a tip.
When should I tip the concierge?
After the service, once the reservation or tickets come through. For help spread over a stay, a single tip at checkout is fine.