Tipping hotel shuttle driver

[cruisinmems]

We have never used the snooze and cruise package, always just drove to the port. This time we are using it. Is it customary to tip the hotel shuttle driver and how much? Thanks for your help!

[CheapieD]

Yes, especially if they assist with your luggage. I usually will tip $1 per bag or $1 per passenger if no luggage and they are helpful and friendly

 

Edited to add. I’ll tip more if they wait for me, make extra stops etc

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[cruisinmems]

thank you for the quick response. :)

[easyboy]

We tip $1/luggage if the driver loads/unloads them.

 

 

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[cruisinmems]

Thanks easyboy :)

[Keith1010]

I would tip one or two dollars a person.

 

Have a great time.

 

Keith

[mrpayroll]

Usually give 2 bucks for the ride.

[nhraformula00]

Five dollars for 2 people and 2 bags.

[navybankerteacher]

Five dollars for 2 people and 2 bags.

 

$5 is Easiest - we travel together and each have at least one bag. Those drivers depend on tips.

[cb at sea]

We give them a couple bucks...it's just nice to do so!

[13cheermom]

Agree, $5 for 2 people with 3 bags total seems a good amount. We usually stay at the same place in PC and end up with same driver luckily, he's so nice and friendly and definitely earns his tip. Really depends on how prompt they are on drop-off and pick-up also for the shuttle ride.

[VennDiagram]

Five dollars for 2 people and 2 bags.

 

$5 is Easiest - we travel together and each have at least one bag. Those drivers depend on tips.

 

That's what we do, too. $5 for two people.

[cruisinmems]

Thanks everyone!:)

[slidergirl]

Always tip!! In the US, the shuttle driver/bellman/valet are all tipping positions. That means their regular hourly wage is substantially lower than, say the Front Desk Agent, because they are expected to receive tips.

I always feel sorry for the guys at my hotel who do all 3 jobs, especially in the summer/fall. The people who come for the business meetings or booked a cheap rate on Groupon/Expedia/HotelTonight, etc., are "cheap." They will take that shuttle multiple times, ask for ice, etc., and not drop a dime...

[CheapieD]

Always tip!! In the US, the shuttle driver/bellman/valet are all tipping positions. That means their regular hourly wage is substantially lower than, say the Front Desk Agent, because they are expected to receive tips.

 

I always feel sorry for the guys at my hotel who do all 3 jobs, especially in the summer/fall. The people who come for the business meetings or booked a cheap rate on Groupon/Expedia/HotelTonight, etc., are "cheap." They will take that shuttle multiple times, ask for ice, etc., and not drop a dime...

 

 

 

I certainly advocate tipping but your post is incorrect. They are fully paid positions unlike a server/waiter.

 

 

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[NLH Arizona]

I tip $5.

[MJSailors]

$5 is Easiest - we travel together and each have at least one bag. Those drivers depend on tips.

 

Totally agree !👍

[navybankerteacher]

I certainly advocate tipping but your post is incorrect. They are fully paid positions unlike a server/waiter.

 

 

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Have you any grounds for your opinion?