I remember my first solo hotel stay vividly—a new city, unfamiliar room, and the kind of silence that makes every sound feel amplified. As I got ready for bed, I instinctively turned off every single light, thinking that pitch darkness was the best setup for sleep.
But as the night wore on, I found myself reaching for the switch more than once, craving just a hint of light. That tiny instinct stuck with me, and after years of travel, I realized there’s a practical reason many seasoned travelers leave the bathroom light on. It’s not just about comfort—it can actually improve your whole hotel experience in ways you might not expect…